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Melamine Faced Chipboard Beige/Cream
If you are not already familiar with melamine faced chipboard, often called MFC or Conti-board, you might be surprised by how common it is around you. It is a popular choice for furniture, cabinetry, shelving, wardrobes, and joinery tasks in the UK, owing to its affordability and good performance.
What is melamine faced chipboard?
Melamine faced chipboard is a composite board made by bonding wood particles with resin and overlaying one or both sides with a melamine-impregnated decorative paper.
The overlay is cured under heat and pressure to give it durability and a smooth finish. It’s worth noting that the melamine surface is more durable than veneer and can come in pre-finished colours or wood grain patterns.
Uses of melamine faced chipboard
Here are some common applications and general uses for MFC:
- Kitchens
Because it is easy to clean and pre-finished, MFC is ideal for kitchen carcass panels, shelves, and units.
- Shelves
MFC chipboard is utilised to construct shelves since it can be cut to any size and faced with different shades. Besides, you can edge your Conti-chipboard with either complementing or contrasting coloured edging tape to match any interior design.
- Wardrobes
MFC allows builders to create a seamless and personalised bedroom wardrobe without breaking the bank!
- Interior fixtures (Caravans, boats, offices)
Because melamine-faced chipboard is light, decorative, and stable, it is often used for interior linings, such as in canal boats or caravans
Advantages of melamine faced chipboard
There are various advantages of MFC chipboard. They include.
- MFC does not require any finishing – After fitting the laminated chipboard sheets in position, no further treatment is needed. If you were to use plywood or timber instead, you would need to do extra work after fitting, such as sanding after applying each layer. It is time-consuming, and considering that melamine is more stain-resistant than varnish, the extra effort doesn’t justify the time spent preparing timber or plywood.
- Durable – The melamine portion of the material allows water to run off. It is also shatterproof and scratch-resistant, making it more durable than other materials that are vulnerable to water and scratches.
- Cost effective – MFC is cheap to buy and also to lay.
- Aesthetically appealing.
Note: While the Conti-board (face) chipboard is waterproof, if water penetrates the chipboard underneath, the dampness could distort melamine. Similarly, while melamine chipboard is robust and long-lasting, if the installation was done improperly so that the MFC chipboard damages the particleboard, the melamine could chip.
Why choose our MFC board?
We offer a wide selection of melamine faced chipboard boards in various finishes (smooth, white, wood-effect etc.), sizes, and thicknesses.
Our boards are FSC® certified, where stated, giving assurance of responsibly sourced wood. You can also get trade prices and bulk discounts for affordable options that don’t compromise your construction.
We also offer edging tape to match or contrast with your boards and for proper edge finishing.
Get durable, decorative, and affordable board solutions in our melamine faced chipboard range. We have it in different styles, finishes, and thicknesses. Order today for a quick UK delivery.
At Sheet Materials Wholesale, you can purchase Melamine Faced Chipboard at low wholesale prices with fast nationwide delivery for most of items within 1-3 working days across the UK. Next-day delivery is also available on most orders. Competitive rates guaranteed.
FAQ
Can you paint melamine faced chipboard?
Yes, it is possible to paint melamine faced chipboard even with the slick surface. However, this requires preparation of the surface with a high quality bonding primer to ensure the paint sticks. You should also clean and lightly sand it to dull the sheen and create a surface for the primer to adhere.
How to cut melamine-faced chipboard?
The process is simple and breaks down as follows:
- Mark where you are going to make the cut on both edges of the board and put down masking tape between the points.
- Use your measurements to make a clean line between the points.
- Use a sharp knife to score the laminate surface to create a guideline, with a steel ruler to guide your action.
- Once scored, use a traditional handsaw/circular saw/jigsaw to cut the board following your guide line.
Clean up the edge with a sander, router, or planer to ensure it doesn’t start chipping due to irregular edges.
Is melamine faced chipboard waterproof?
MFC is more moisture resistant than other finished chipboard products due to the melamine overlay. However, if moisture makes it into the chipboard core through unbanded/exposed edges, it can cause swelling, distortion from internal stress, and chipping.
Will melamine peel off?
Melamine doesn’t peel off like paint since the resin hardens and keeps its structure over time. It can bend or warp from the chipboard swelling or from heavy loads, but it does not peel off by itself without some stress or exposure to harsh conditions over long periods.
Melamine Faced Chipboard Range
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18mm Egger U156 ST9 Sand Beige Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC U156 ST9 Sand Beige carries a warm, red-toned beige. ST9 is Egger’s Smoothtouch Matt texture, giving the surface a soft, even matt feel. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts, wardrobe doors and office storage wanting a warm, neutral base.
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Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger U216 ST9 Came Beige Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC U216 ST9 Came Beige is a light beige with a soft grey cast. ST9 is Egger’s Smoothtouch Matt texture, giving the surface a smooth, low-key matt look. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts, wardrobe doors and shelving that call for a calm, light base.
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Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger U222 ST9 Crema Beige Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC U222 ST9 Crema Beige is one of Egger’s most popular kitchen colours, sometimes referred to as Magnolia. Warm and neutral, it combines with almost any wood tone for a cosy, classic feel. ST9 is Egger’s Smoothtouch Matt texture, keeping the surface soft to the touch. Suited to kitchen cabinet fronts and units.
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14-27 28+ £82.37£98.84 £80.67£96.80 
Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger U115 ST9 Carat Beige Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC U115 ST9 Carat Beige carries warm grey undertones that keep it neutral rather than sandy, and looks particularly modern when paired with black. ST9 gives the surface a soft matt feel. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts and furniture where a beige and black palette is wanted.
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Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger U211 ST9 Almond Beige Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC U211 ST9 Almond Beige carries a subtle reddish warmth. It reads understated, not colourful. ST9 is Egger’s Smoothtouch Matt texture, giving the surface a soft, velvety matt feel. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts and office furniture in warm, contemporary schemes.
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Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger U220 ST9 Soft Beige Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC U220 ST9 Soft Beige offers a warmer, more inviting alternative to plain white without losing that clean, bright look. The ST9 Smoothtouch Matt surface adds a neutral, velvety-matt finish. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts and furniture wanting a softer take on an all-white scheme.
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14-27 28+ £96.85£116.22 £94.86£113.83 
Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger U125 ST9 Sand Yellow Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC U125 ST9 Sand Yellow is a muted yellow, softened by a hint of grey. It reads warm and colourful without being loud. ST9 is Egger’s Smoothtouch Matt texture, giving the surface a soft, matt feel. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts and furniture wanting a gentle pop of colour.
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Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger U250 ST9 Caramel Beige Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC U250 ST9 Caramel Beige is a creamy, richer step up from plain beige, warm enough to bring a Mediterranean lightness into a room. ST9 is Egger’s Smoothtouch Matt texture, giving the surface a soft, velvety matt feel. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts and furniture wanting an elegant, warm neutral.
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14-27 28+ £106.36£127.63 £104.17£125.00 
Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger F416 ST10 Beige Textile Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC F416 ST10 Beige Textile is a decorative panel in a warm beige tone. ST10 is Egger’s Deepskin Rough texture, giving the surface a coarse, woven feel that’s pressed into the panel rather than printed on. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts and wardrobe doors where texture adds warmth.
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14-27 28+ £110.05£132.06 £107.78£129.34 
Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger F037 ST76 Taormina Travertine Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC F037 ST76 Taormina Travertine is a decorative panel in warm, neutral stone tones. ST76 is Egger’s Mineral Rough Matt texture, giving the surface a mottled, gently rough feel that’s pressed into the panel rather than printed on. Suits kitchen cabinet fronts and feature walls in both modern and classic schemes.
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Available in 3-5 days18mm Egger F661 ST76 Sand Beige Calcit Stone Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
18mm Egger board MFC F661 ST76 Sand Beige Calcit Stone is a decorative panel in a plain sand beige tone. ST76 is Egger’s Mineral Rough Matt texture, giving the surface a subtle stone-like feel that’s pressed into the panel rather than printed on. Suits fitted wardrobes, kitchen fronts and shelving wanting a subtle stone touch.
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12-23 24+ £128.28£153.94 £125.64£150.77 
Available in 3-5 days19mm Egger U250 TM Caramel Beige Lacquered Melamine Faced Chipboard 2800 x 2070mm
19mm Egger board MFC U250 TM Caramel Beige Lacquered is a creamy, richer beige tone. TM is Egger’s PerfectSense Matt lacquer, keeping fingerprints and light marks from showing. Rated by Egger for vertical applications or horizontal surfaces with low stress, such as cabinet fronts, wardrobe doors and light shelving.
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