Modular wardrobes are either made of plywood or MDF board. Many home owners get confused as to what material wardrobe to buy, Plywood made or MDF made. We went on to study the difference between the two in detail. This is what we found…
Appearance
There’s not much of a difference as far as appearance is concerned between Plywood made and MDF made wardrobe. Both are engineered wood. The surface of each are smooth that prove to be great substrate to veneers.
Durability and Maintenance
Both the wardrobes are quite durable if maintained properly. We have clients who have been using each of these product for over 12-15 years with no complains till date. But if the making is not taken care of and also for hardware fittings, the wardrobe may not prove to be that durable. With MDF wardrobes,home owners need to avoid water contact since MDF soaks up water and other liquids too like a sponge and expand.
Wardrobe Interiors
For interior of wardrobes, what matters the most is the thickness of shelves used. The thickness of shelves will vary with material used. This is because and 18mm MDF is not as strong as 18mm plywood. The strength of 18mm ply is equal to 25mm thick MDF board. Therefore the thickness of board used to construct wardrobe too will vary with material used.
Such technical and construction details are not shared by all dealers to their clients and therefore home owners fail to differentiate between the two and choose an appropriate material wardrobe.
Cost
MDF is cheaper than plywood, therefore the cost of wardrobes made from MDF turns out to be 30%-35% cheaper than plywood made wardrobe.
This is because 18mm mdf is not as strong as 18mm mdf. ????
thanks made correction
Can I use 18mm blockboard for verticals and 18mm plywood for shelves. For 9ft tall and 8 ft wide wardrobe..
blockboards only for shutters/doors. Vertical should be 18mm ply. Shelves can be 12mm
How to ensure interior designer used the right plywood material as promised by quotation?
Very challenging. Unfortunately there is no easy way. You have to make sure reliable shop was sued or purchase.
I am making a 9 ft height and 8 ft wide wardrobe. I am using 18mm block board for verticals and 18 mm plywood for shelves.. is it of to use this combination action???
no, blockboards to be used only for shutter/doors. rest plywood
For huge size partition should I use 18 mm mdf
yes can be used
How good are the MDF wardrobes that are sold by many homestores as compared to Plywood? Pleas advice
which is better, MDF being less costly than Plywood does that affect the quality of the furniture?
Home owners invest in furniture with a outlook of 10-15 years or more. In such scenario, MDF is not best option. There are hi-tech superior versions of MDF available in market, which are good, but these are easily available, most of the time it is regular MDF. Worse case scenario, you may use MDF for shutters doors, but not complete furniture
How much cost u will take to make 1 room wardrobes with material please tell me
Can I use HDHMR for Kitchen shutters with 2.5mm acrylic sheet.
And our carcass is made with 18mm ply
Yes this can be used. Good option
Hello,
Now a days, HDHMR board is promoted but is it a good material for making wardrobes too ?or do u suggest one to got for plywood? Do HDHMR boards too come in varied thicknesses?
If plywood is an option as per you then what is the rite thickness for ply for wardrobe shelves and for doors?
Hi is hdhmr is good or plywood for complete wardrobe and tv unit and any other storage shutters ??
Yes as per studies, it is good alternative, but most home owners don’t want to experiment. You are doing home interior and hoping to use it for next 10-15 years or more. It is very difficult for home owners to take decision of using new time-tested material.
How much you charge for interior designing for 3 BHK, consists of 4 wardrobes, , partly work in kitchen, One TV unit. Also suggest strongest and good attractive wood for wardrobes, TV unit. How much for complete interior designing and suggestion for raw material to be used.
Sharma ji, please call our number 9920620009, once we know some more details about your project, we will be able to give soem orugh number.
Also check Contractorbhai’s Interior design service. It will take less than 15 days to prepare complete plan & design with material selection & itemised estimate. Once you have these details, you will get complete control on your project.