Let us go through the difference between MDF & particle-board in a table format.
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Sl. no. |
Description |
MDF. |
Particle-board. |
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1. |
Full form. |
Medium density fibreboard. |
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2. |
Manufacturing process. |
Wood fibres mixed with glues are hot pressed to form a board. |
Wood by products like wood chips, saw dust, wood shavings, etc. are blended with formaldehyde & phenolic resins. The resulting mixture are hot pressed & compressed to form a board . |
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3. |
Surface appearance. |
Smooth surface having uniform look. |
Does not have a smooth surface as compared. |
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4. |
Price. |
Comparatively expensive. |
Comparatively cheap. |
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5. |
Uses. |
For medium range furniture's like cabinets, shelves, home decor, etc. |
For light weight furniture's like shoe rack, computer tables, wardrobes, etc. |
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6. |
Water resistance . |
Comparatively high.
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Comparatively low. |
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7. |
Specified IS - codes. |
As per IS-12406 & IS-14857. |
IS-3087 & IS-12823. |
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8. |
Durability. |
Comparatively more durable.
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Relatively less durable. |
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9. |
Weight. |
Comparatively more. |
Light weight in comparison.. |
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10. |
Density. |
Relatively more. |
Less density. |
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11. |
Strength. |
Comparatively good in strength. |
Less strength. |
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12. |
Voids in the board. |
Nominal voids. |
Contains more voids. |
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13. |
Split & Crack resistance. |
Comparatively more. |
Less resistance in comparison. |
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14. |
Painting . |
Can be painted easily. |
Cannot be painted easily as they absorb paints. |
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15. |
Screw holding capacity. |
Average due to fine particles in composition. |
Relatively Good. |
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16. |
Load bearing capacity. |
Comparatively more. |
Not good in taking heavy loads. |
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17. |
Lifespan. |
15 to 20 years when laminated. |
Laminated boards have lifespan of 10 - 15 years.. |
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