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West Fraser's CaberMDF in the house
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From furniture to architecturalmouldings,and radiator covers topanelling,MDFcan be seen, or unseen, in many places around the modernhome. When it comes to consistency,qualityand ease of use,West Fraser'sCaberMDFleads the way with its legendary performance andpopularity; the brand was first produced in 1966.
CaberMDFis designed as acost-efficient,versatile alternative to hardwood,without the inherent knots or grains.Stable and dense,the panels have a high-quality surface, are strong, resist impact and accept fasteners securely.Theyare easy toworkandcan besawn, drilled, shaped, and routed cleanly with minimum fuss, using hand or machine tools. When it comes to appearance, quality finishes are easily achieved,and the smooth surface of the panels is ideal for painting,veneers orpaper foils.
CaberMDFcan be usedto form architectural features,fascias, shelves, fitted units, wardrobes and kitchen and bathroom furniture - including door and drawer fronts as well ascarcassing.
West Fraser's comprehensive five-strongCaberMDFrange allows the perfect matching of panel to application. For general purpose use,CaberMDFTradeis aversatile, lightweight board, which is ideal where weight is a factor.CaberMDFTrade MRoffers the same benefitsbut with the added advantage of moisture resistance for wet or humid environments.
Where there is a need for premium quality and detailed working,CaberMDFProprovides incredibly consistentdensity,ensuringcutting and routing need minimal finishing.CaberMDFPro MRoffers the further benefit of moisture resistance.
The ultimateproduct in the range isCaberMDFIndustrialwhich ismoisture resistantand designed specifically for the production of high-grade furniture and fittings. It is ideal for deep routing and its consistent close-grained texture ensures clean edges and surfaces that will take advanced finishing techniques.
Beyond the advantages and practicalities of usingCaberMDF, the materials and processes used to manufacture the product offer the reassurance of beingsustainable. West Fraser's range of board products is available in a wide selection of sizes tominimisewaste. All timber used is responsibly sourced and FSC certified. The panels are manufactured in the UK from locally grown timberand arenet carbon negative. Additionally,all ofWest Fraser's UK mills have obtained the coveted ISO 14001 environmental accreditation.
Samplesof all West Fraser construction panels can be ordered on the websiteUk.westfraser.com.
For further information, call 01786 812 921 or visitUk.westfraser.com
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