Compare Plywood, MDF and Particleboard
| Property | Plywood | MDF | Particleboards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composition | Plywood is made of thin sheets of wood veneer that are laminated in alternating directions. | Medium density fiberboard (MDF) is made of very fine wood fibers that are glued and compressed under great pressure . | Particleboard is a combination of wood chips, shavings, fibers, and adhesives. |
| Strength | High strength. Plywood is good at providing rigidity for structures. | MDF is not as hard as plywood and can be damaged easily when roughly handled. | Low Strength. Particleboard cannot support heavy loads. |
| Shape Deformity | Cross graining of plywood improves dimensional stability by reducing expansion and shrinkage. | As the moisture content of MDF changes, it is subject to dimensional changes. | Expands too much due to Moisture. |
| Screw/Nails Holding Capacity | Nails and screws will hold strongly because of its stronger cross-grain pattern. | Because it consists of such fine particles, MDF doesn't hold screws very well, and stripping of screw holes may occur in the long run. | The softer and more brittle composition of particle boards, may not hold up well against nails and screws, and could fall apart. |
| Cost | Around Rs. 50-150/sqft depending on Brand and type of plywood. | Rs. 40-80/sqft depending on interior or exterior grade. | Rs. 15-50/sqft |
