Once you have a wood project in mind for your home, you may need to choose whether to use MDF or solid wood. Both have their pros and cons, so it’s important to understand the differences before making a purchase.
Medium-density fiberboard is an engineered wood made from thin panels of wood fiber, resin and wax. MDF is considered to be an upgrade from plywood and particle board and is used as a real wood alternative.
You can see from the edges of these medium-density fiberboards that the engineered wood is a composite of material.
Real wood or solid wood refers to natural lumber that only consists of wood. It’s a natural resource that doesn’t go through a manufacturing process like MDF. Wood can be broken down into either hardwood or softwood species. Typical hardwoods are Oak, Walnut, Birch and Ash. Typical softwoods are Pine, Acacia, Poplar, and Cedar.
Our Rustic Natural shiplap clearly shows the small knots and grain of the pine wood it's made from.
Depending on your home project, you may favor one over the other. For example, you wouldn’t ever want to put MDF in a bathroom because it cannot get wet. Wood is a safer choice. Your choice between the two options will come down to your personal aesthetic preferences, your budget, and how you intend to use the materials. Install what works for your home and your lifestyle.
If you are looking to use genuine wood, check out our selection of products which are all made from real wood with varying species. We choose high-grade lumber, free of wane with small, tight knots that highlight the warm characteristics of natural wood. We value the quality real wood brings to the home and the beauty of natural wood grain.
Our shiplap and trim feature a variety of styles with unique textures, clean lines, and prepainted colors. These shiplap and accent boards are perfect for upgrading your walls and ceilings.
This accent wall features our Charred Wood Smoke White shiplap, known for its unique wood grain.
Out pattern products provide a decorative finish to both the inside and outside of homes. Pattern boards come in several profile options as well as different finishes, species and sizes. With a wide range of options to choose from, you’ll be able to create a room or project that perfectly captures your vision.
This covered porch features our 1x4 square edge shiplap in a natural finish.
Our primed trim and fascia is perfect for adding the finishing touch to your home. Our pre-primed exterior wood trim and fascia are sure to provide years of low-maintenance beauty and enhanced curb appeal.
This door frame features our True™ finger-jointed trim–the premier exterior wood trim product on the market.
Each of our exterior cladding pieces are meticulously crafted for functionality and design. Choose from several profiles, finishes, and wood species.
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