Kitchens from MDF (45 photos): DIY video instructions for installation, features of corner kitchen sets, tables, types

Modern materials used for the manufacture of furniture are classified as reliable and environmentally friendly. It cannot be said that all manufacturers comply with the norms and standards assigned by the state, but the fact remains that the materials are in demand. One of them is MDF, which is increasingly playing the role of furniture facades and frames.

Corner kitchens from MDF are especially in demand.

What is MDF

First of all, let's understand the concept of a fine-dispersed fraction, or as it is also called a "medium density slab".

• The material is based on a board made by dry pressing of wood chips at high temperatures and pressures. This method is practiced only in this case, for example, chipboard is created by using adhesives.
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• The lignin released from wood when heated is responsible for adhesion.

That is why kitchen furniture made of MDF is considered environmentally friendly and safe - no epoxy resins and other synthetic materials are used in production. Everything is done only on natural ingredients.

The main feature of MDF boards is the homogeneity of the composition, which makes it possible to manufacture various products by processing the material. This process is carried out in factories and organizations using a special tool. To achieve the desired result with your own hands, let's face it, is a problem.

Comparison of materials

Why do many people choose MDF kitchen sets? Several factors are related to this, which you will find in this section.

Pros and cons of laminated chipboard

• Imitation of natural materials. Chipboard is rightfully considered one of those materials that exactly copies all kinds of shades of wood textures.
  However, it all depends on the quality laminate for kitchen, accordingly, the higher the quality, the more expensive the material.
• Thermal resistance. But this does not mean that a hot frying pan will not leave a mark on the surface.
• The impossibility of fine processing, the material is too dense.

Note!
There are two types of chipboard production: lamination and laminating. In the first case, the furniture can be considered reliable and practical, and in the second case, the service life is calculated for 1-2 years.

Advantages and disadvantages of MDF

• As we said, this material is environmentally friendly.. MDF kitchen does not emit harmful vapors that can soak food.
• Has all the advantages of wood, but the price is much lower. This is very important for many consumers, as cost is the deciding factor when purchasing a product.
• Long service life, for which outwardly practically no changes occur.
• Fine processing capability - very important for modern kitchens.

Note!
It is this factor that makes MDF the most popular for furniture sets. Carved cabinets, doors with drawings - people like all this.

The only drawback is the insignificant production of MDF in Russia. So far, most of the market is occupied by foreign products that are supplied from abroad, which makes the material more expensive. The problem is gradually being solved.

MDF kitchens

Most often, MDF kitchens from the manufacturer, ready-made and fully equipped, are presented on the market. They limit the buyer in only one thing - in size. However, this moment can be beaten.

So, for example, Belarusian headsets are supplied to Russia in several types, that is, the buyer independently selects modules for himself. This service allows already finished products to be modified and adjusted at will.

And the Ukrainian furniture company Sokme supplies standard furniture in various configurations to the domestic market. So, a kitchen set from MDF Pearl and a kitchen set by Olya are provided in several variations: from two meters and more.

Attention!
Of course, custom-made furniture according to an individual project is much easier to fit into the available space than to customize the finished product. But the difference in cost suggests otherwise.

Since we are talking about manufacturers, let's take an example of several ready-made kitchens made of MDF.

Complete headsets

One of the most popular options is the Sofia MDF kitchen, made at the Sokme enterprise.

Here are some of its features:

• As kitchen facades for wall cabinets, a glass frame is used. Such doors have a lifting mechanism, they are quite practical and reliable in operation.
• Supplied in two configurations: 2 meters and 2.6 meters. All modules are packed individually.
• Sofia also has corner pedestals (2.6 m in the complete set). This option is relevant for rooms where the headset will be located L-shaped - along two walls.

Another product of only a domestic manufacturer is MDF Nastya kitchen.

It also has its own characteristics:

• Three location options: corner, corner with a pencil case and along one wall. It all depends on what you want to see.
• Facades for the kitchen are made of MDF with a film imitating wood texture. It is possible to purchase a glossy surface or with a matte film.
• There are doors with glass.
• Nastya's kitchen does not limit you in the arrangement of the modules, they can be swapped, playing with the space.

Note!
Furniture assembly instructions are attached to each individual module.

You can see these kitchens in the photo, make sure that they are really unusual and interesting.

Variety of MDF applications

• A kitchen made of MDF is not only beautiful and carved facades, but also reliable practical tables that can also be made of this material. The main difference between such products is interesting shapes, carved ends and dozens of colors used for decoration. Kitchen tables made of MDF easily fit into the space due to their originality, which, unfortunately, cannot be conveyed through chipboard.
• Cots are also made, which can be made in the form of a typewriter, a boat and other interesting solutions. Children's furniture itself is usually selected for such products.

Note!
On the other hand, the frame of all products is made of a cheaper material - laminated chipboard. Of course, you can refuse the chipboard, which is impregnated with adhesives, but this greatly affects the cost of the product.

Summing up

What are MDF kitchens? Now you probably understand what is the difference between the materials used to make furniture. And if some are used for reliability and reinforcement of the structure, then others are decorative and front parts of furniture.

According to this, several conclusions can be drawn that I will describe this material as the most practical for the kitchen:

• The variety of shapes is perhaps the main fact that chipboard is not so practical. We will once again repeat the main advantage of medium density slabs - the possibility of processing on special equipment.
• Veneer - imitation wood textures, MDF - a limitless solution for external performance. It can be pasted over with films, painted, covered with hard materials.

Interesting!
In some cases, even veneer is applied to MDF, such a product is more expensive, but also more reliable in operation.

Conclusion

In the article we tried to give a complete description of what you used to call MDF. We considered not only its features and comparative characteristics with another popular material - chipboard, but also provided several examples of ready-made headsets.

But the most important thing that should be understood from all of the above is that MDF kitchens are safe and durable, you see, this is an important aspect of the choice.

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