Which type of wardrobe board is better? A comparison of four common types of boards.

2025-11-04

Wardrobes are an indispensable part of people's homes, serving not only as storage for clothes but also as decorative elements. So, which type of board should you choose when making a wardrobe? Below, we'll analyze four common types of boards available on the market.

1. MDF (Medium-density fiberboard)

MDF (Medium-Density Fiberboard) can generally be divided into high-density fiberboard (HDF), medium-density fiberboard (MDF), and low-density fiberboard (HDF). It is a type of board made by pressing wood fibers together, and its grade varies depending on the density of its internal materials. MDF requires a large amount of glue, has a low environmental protection rating, and poor water resistance, and is gradually being phased out of the board market. At the same time, people's requirements for environmental protection in their homes are increasing, so the frequency of use of MDF will gradually decrease.

2. Particleboard

Particleboard is a type of board produced by shaving wood. OSB (Oriented Strand Board) and particleboard are examples of particleboard. Generally, particleboard is of relatively poor quality and has a low environmental protection rating, similar to MDF (Medium-density Fiberboard). However, OSB is superior to ordinary particleboard, with significant improvements in environmental protection and physical properties, making it a dark horse in the furniture board market.

3. Plywood

Blockboard, also known as core board or eco-board, has a promising future in the domestic market. It uses less glue and its structure is closer to solid wood, making it a generally recognized high-quality board material in the industry. However, due to its unique structure and properties, blockboard is not well-suited for making wardrobes.

4. Multi-layer board

Multi-layer board, also known as plywood, is very common in daily life. Its stable structure makes it an excellent material for wardrobe construction. It uses less glue, has a high environmental protection rating, and high-quality solid wood multi-layer board is frequently used in custom wardrobes.

The four types of boards differ in their manufacturing processes and performance characteristics, and each type has different applications. You can choose the appropriate board to make your wardrobe based on your needs.