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Veneered MDF & Particleboard Panels
Veneered MDF and veneered particleboard are real-wood-look panels produced by pressing a natural or engineered wood veneer onto an MDF or particleboard core. We run tone- and grain-matched production with oak, walnut and 50+ species.
What is veneered MDF?
Veneered MDF is made by bonding a thin slice of real wood veneer to an MDF panel with heat and pressure. The result carries the texture and warmth of solid wood while being more economical, more stable and available in large sizes — a practical alternative to solid wood for furniture, doors, wall panels and interior projects.
MDF or particleboard? (the core)
Both MDF and particleboard can be used as the core. MDF, with its dense and homogeneous structure, gives a smooth surface and clean edge work and suits routing and shaping. Particleboard is a more economical choice, preferred for flat-surface applications. We veneer onto either core depending on your needs.
Advantages of veneered MDF
- Real wood look and texture at a clear cost advantage over solid wood
- Stable, warp-resistant surface in large and standard sizes
- Project consistency through tone and grain matching
- Flawless finish with matching wood edge banding
- E1 quality — low formaldehyde emission, suitable for interiors
Technical specifications
- Core
- MDF or particleboard
- Standard size
- 2800 × 2100 mm (custom sizes available)
- Veneer thickness
- 0.6 – 1.2 mm
- Veneer type
- Natural and engineered — 50+ species
- Quality
- E1 (low formaldehyde emission)
Where is it used?
- Furniture carcasses, doors and shelf surfaces
- Interior and exterior door panel facings
- Wall panels and decorative surfaces
- Custom production for retail, office and hotel projects
Explore the veneer species
Browse our full range of 50+ natural and engineered veneers by species and choose the right tone and grain for your project.
All veneers →Frequently Asked Questions
What is veneered MDF?
Veneered MDF is a panel made by pressing a natural or engineered wood veneer onto an MDF or particleboard core, giving the look of real wood.
What is the difference between natural and engineered veneer?
Natural veneer is thinly sliced from a log and shows a unique grain on every sheet. Engineered (reconstituted) veneer is made from reprocessed fast-growing wood and offers a more consistent, repeatable pattern.
What sizes are veneered MDF panels produced in?
The standard size is 2800 x 2100 mm. Custom sizes and thicknesses can be produced on request.
How thick is the veneer?
Wood veneer thickness is typically in the 0.6 - 1.2 mm range.
What does E1 quality mean?
E1 is a quality and health standard indicating low formaldehyde emission, making the panel suitable for indoor use.
Where does STARGRAF manufacture?
STARGRAF's factory is in Sakarya / Adapazarı, Turkey, with branches in Ankara, Istanbul (Dudullu and Ikitelli), Izmir and Bursa / Inegol.