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Selecting the Right Veneered MDF for Your Project

Choosing the correct panel strongly shapes the perceived quality of the finished project.

1. Application Purpose

Fronts, structural panels, shelving, modular elements, or decorative surfaces each drive different surface durability needs.

2. Veneer Species & Cut

Walnut, oak, maple, etc.; plain‑sliced vs quartersawn produce distinct rhythm and color characteristics.

3. Tone & Batch Consistency

For serial production, approve a reference sample and then continue with the same batch.

4. Core Properties

Density, fiber orientation, thickness tolerance—these influence edge machining quality.

5. Finishing Plan

Lacquer / oil / varnish alters final color perception; request prefinish test panels.

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