IMPORTANT NOTES: We have updated our MDF! We now carry what many of you would refer to as "regular MDF" without the slick surface of our previous MDF. We prime and paint it exactly the same way we always have with Rustoleum Filler Primer and Montana 94 spray paint and it looks beautiful!

We LOVE it here at BBLD and use it every single day. It cuts easily and consistently and we love how easily it paints too! MDF is known for its consistency and ability to remain flat when stored properly.

It cuts so easily without the worry of voids or imperfections, and its smooth surface is excellent for engraving and for painting (as you see throughout our projects here!)

And you can now order it by the sheet rather than only by the box - so order the amount you need and even combine your order with TruFlat materials as well!

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FAQs

What is MDF?

MDF (medium density fiberboard) is a combination of soft/hard woods that have been refined into fibers and mixed with a hardener such as wax and resin. It is then processed with high heat and pressure while being formed into large panels.

When looking for MDF to cut with your laser, pay attention to the color. The lighter color like what we use here at BBLD will be easy to cut, while the darker colors that you often find at hardware and building supply stores tend to be darker and can be harder to cut and leave more soot on the cuts. More about that below.
What is the difference between MDF and HDF?
(Short version - we don't recommend HDF for most lasers)

MDF (medium density fiberboard) is more often used in applications such as laser art, scroll saw, CNC work, shop jigs, and some applications for furniture building. It generally has a lighter colour and a more raw finish, similar to the fibers you can feel on a sheet of paper.

HDF (high density fiberboard) is compressed at a higher pressure, making it stronger and more durable. It has a darker appearance in colour, and a finish that feels very smooth and can have a slight sheen. It can be more difficult to cut on lasers due to the higher density of the material.
Is MDF messier to work with in your laser than other materials?

While it does tend to create more dust and debris in your fans and on your lenses, we cut hundreds of sheets a month and all we do is clean our lens and mirrors every few days (takes just a couple of minutes) and blow out our external fans from time to time. We've never found it to be a big deal at all for us.

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