Melamine faced chipboard is also called melamine or Conti-board chipboard, it is a composite wood manufactured by having mixed small machined wood particles with a strong adhesive resin. Owing to its versatility, the melamine chipboard can be used in various applications, from bathroom wardrobes and kitchen cabinets, to offices and caravans.
Melamine Faced Chipboard has some advantages such as that it is waterproof, shatter and scratch resistant which makes it more durable, in comparison to other materials that are vulnerable to water and scratch. Furthermore, it is cost-effective and most important, it is extremely aesthetically appealing. Therefore, all these good qualities together with its versatility make melamine chipboard popular across DIY and professional industries. Because of its lightweight, tool, and friendliness, it can be applied in various projects.
Because melamine faced chipboard can be cut into any size and faced with different shades, it is utilised to construct shelves. It is available in so many different thicknesses and colours which makes it easy to choose one that can complement the rest of your furniture, also it is very versatile and considerably sturdy. Moreover, you can edge your Conti-chipboard with either complementing or constructing coloured edging tape to match any interior design. When used in the construction of custom-made bedroom cabinets and wardrobes, it comes very handy, as it is possible to create a seamless and personalised bedroom wardrobe with a budget-friendly solution. Not only it is pretty effortless to use, but it also makes the surface aesthetically alluring.
One of its most common uses in the construction of kitchen frames and cabinets but, melamine face chipboard also often appears in various kitchen doors and fixtures such as edging tape, handles and hinges. MFC is water-resistant, which makes it perfect for kitchens where there is a considerably high level of moisture, besides there is no sanding or finishing. It can also be cleaned easily, an important treat as kitchens are a place where spills and stains are common. In addition, it is easy to maintain and, as it is scratch resistant, storing pots, pans and other kitchen stuff that could scrape along the interior of the cabinets is not a problem, as the shelves will not be damaged and scratched as easily as other materials.
