Composite Wood

An umbrella term for engineered panel products made by binding wood fibers, particles, or veneers with adhesives under heat and pressure. Composite wood includes plywood, MDF, particleboard, and hardboard. These materials offer dimensional stability, uniform thickness, and cost advantages over solid wood. In cabinetry, composite panels are used for cabinet boxes, shelving, and door substrates, often with real wood veneer or laminate surfaces.

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