Description

Particle board for kitchen cabinet (also called chipboard) typically refers to a finished board made by hot-pressing wood chips and glue together as the base material, with a melamine-impregnated paper (i.e., double-sided/MFC) coating on the surface. It is currently one of the most cost-effective and widely used cabinet materials for custom kitchen cabinets.

Recommended particleboard thickness for different parts of kitchen cabinets:

1. Cabinet body panels (side panels/bottom panels/shelves): 18mm Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinet is the preferred choice. Compared to 16mm, 18mm boards have stronger bending resistance, effectively preventing shelf sagging and door panel deformation, resulting in a longer lifespan and better compatibility with mainstream imported hardware.

2. Back panel: 9mm or thicker is recommended. Avoid using 5mm or thinner boards. A 9mm back panel provides better stability, enhances the overall structural strength of the cabinet, and improves moisture resistance and sealing.

3. Door panels: Standard veneer door panels are typically 18mm thick; for lacquered or solid wood door panels, it is recommended to increase the thickness to 20mm-22mm to reduce the risk of deformation.

Characteristics of Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinet:

1. Surface Texture: The vast majority of Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinet has a double-sided finish, smooth and flat, without a painted look. It comes in a variety of colors and patterns (wood grain, solid colors, stone patterns, etc.), and is wear-resistant, scratch-resistant, and acid and alkali-resistant, making it easy to clean with everyday oil stains.

2. Internal Structure: The cross-section of Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinet shows a distinct granular structure. The middle layer consists of longer wood fibers, and the surface layer is made of fine wood chips. The structure is uniform but cannot be complexly milled or carved (only suitable for flat doors or straight edges).

3. Edge Banding Process: Due to the rough edges of the substrate, which are prone to moisture absorption, Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinets must rely on laser edge banding or PUR edge banding technology to completely seal the edges. High-quality cabinets have edge banding strips that are almost seamlessly integrated with the board surface.

4. High Stability: Compared to solid wood, particleboard has lower internal stress, making it less prone to deformation and cracking. It maintains the cabinet’s long-term squareness, making it suitable for large cabinet doors and box structures.

5. Environmental Rating: Reputable brand cabinets mostly use high-quality particleboard that meets E0 E1 or even ENF standards.

Applications of Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinets:

In kitchen cabinets, particleboard is mainly used as the cabinet body substrate and door panel core material. Its core uses and applicable scenarios are as follows:

1. Cabinet Body Construction: With its excellent bending resistance and nail-holding power, particleboard is a common substrate for cabinet box structures, stably supporting the weight of the countertop and repeatedly withstanding hinge opening and closing.

2. As a base material for cabinet doors: Serving as the substrate for embossed particleboard or melamine-faced particleboard panels, it’s used to create smooth, realistically textured cabinet front doors, suitable for modern minimalist styles.

3. Internal functional components: Used to manufacture shelves, drawer side panels, and back panels within cabinets, leveraging the dimensional stability and resistance to deformation of Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinet.

Important points for Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinets:

1. Must be used with finishes and edge banding: Plain particleboard must not be used directly in the kitchen. It must be covered with melamine-impregnated paper or PVC film and edge-banded with high-quality laser/PUR to prevent moisture absorption; otherwise, it will easily swell and fail when exposed to moisture.

2. Moisture resistance requirements: Kitchen environments are humid. It is recommended to choose moisture-resistant particleboard with added green moisture-resistant agents or that meets HMR (High Moisture Resistance) standards. Ordinary products pose a risk when exposed to high humidity for extended periods.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Product Name	Particle board/Chipboard
Size(mm)	12202440mm,12502500m, or upon request
Glue	WR,WBP,E0,E1,E2
Core	Poplar,hardwood,eucalyptus,combi
Thickness(mm)	1.5-25mm or as your requested
Thickness Tolerance	+/-0.2mm (thickness<6mm), +/-0.3~0.5mm (thickness≥6mm)
Usage	For furniture,packing,decoration
Moisture	<14%
Certification	CE, SGS, Carb, FSC, ISO9001
Packing details	Inner Packing-Pallet is wrapped with the 0.20mm plastic bag Outer Packing-pallets are covered with plywood or carton boxes and strong steel
Loading Quantity	1×20’GP	8pallets/22CBM
	1×40’GP	16pallets/45CBM
	1×40’HQ	18pallets/53CBM
MOQ	1×20’GP
Payment Terms	D/P, T/T or L/C at sight
Shipping date	Usually within 15-20 days after receipt of prepayment .

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FAQ

Q:Can I get samples before order ?

A:Yes, of course. Usually our samples are free,we can produce by your samples or technical drawings.

Q:Can I go to your factory to visit?

A:Of course, we welcome customers from all over the world to visit our factory.

Q:What product information do I need to provide?

A:You need to provide the size and the number of tons you need to purchase.

Q:Does the product have quality inspection before loading?

A:Of course, all our products are strictly tested for quality before packaging, and unqualified products will be destroyed.we accept third party inspection.

Q:How do we trust your company?

A:We specialise in steel business for years, headquarter locates in Liaocheng, Shandong province, you are welcome to investigate in any ways, by all means, we have CE and ISO9001 certificate, quality can be guaranteed.

Particle Board for Kitchen Cabinet