Partical Boards

Particleboard: Affordable, Adaptable & Built for Interior Excellence

Particleboard, also known as chipboard, is a widely used manufactured wood panel made by compressing wood chips, sawdust, and resin under high heat and pressure. The result is a dense, uniform sheet material that offers a smooth surface and consistent strength, perfect for a wide range of interior and furniture applications.

At Melbourne Timber Supplies, we stock a comprehensive range of premium particleboard sheets tailored to meet the needs of builders, cabinetmakers, and DIY enthusiasts. Whether you’re constructing kitchen cabinetry, shelving units, or flooring underlays, particleboard provides a cost-effective and reliable solution that’s easy to cut, shape, and finish.

Why Builders Choose Particleboard?

Affordable and widely available

Smooth surface for easy finishing

Lightweight and easy to install

Moisture-resistant variants for wet areas

Ideal for cabinetry, furniture, and flooring substrates

Key Features & Benefits

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  Cost-Effective Alternative to Solid Timber: Particleboard is significantly more affordable than solid wood or plywood, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious projects without compromising on functionality. It’s ideal for large-scale builds where material efficiency matters.
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  Smooth, Uniform Surface: The fine particles on the outer layers of particleboard create a smooth, sanded surface that’s perfect for laminating, veneering, or painting. This makes it a preferred substrate for decorative finishes in cabinetry and furniture.
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  Lightweight & Easy to Handle: Compared to solid timber, particleboard is lighter and easier to transport, cut, and install. This reduces labor time and simplifies handling on-site, especially in residential renovations and modular builds
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  Structural Integrity for Interior Use: While not suitable for heavy structural loads or outdoor exposure, particleboard offers good dimensional stability and strength for non-load-bearing interior applications, such as shelving, wall panels, and furniture components.
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  Moisture-Resistant Options Available: For areas with higher humidity, like kitchens, bathrooms, and laundries, we offer High Moisture Resistant (HMR) particleboard, treated to withstand occasional moisture exposure and reduce swelling or degradation.
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  Environmentally Responsible: Manufactured using recycled wood particles and sustainable forestry by-products, particleboard supports eco-conscious building practices and reduces waste.

Common Applications

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  Furniture Construction – Ideal for cabinets, wardrobes, tabletops, drawer bottoms, and shelving
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  Interior Fit-Outs – Wall linings, partition panels, and decorative surfaces
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  Flooring Underlayment – Used as a base layer beneath laminate, vinyl, or engineered wood flooring
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  Shopfitting & Joinery – Lightweight panels for retail displays and custom joinery
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  Kitchen & Bathroom Cabinetry – Especially when using HMR particleboard for added moisture resistance