Plywood, MDF & HDHMR

MDF Price, Plywood & HDHMR Board - Buy CenturyPly, Greenply & Action Tesa Online

MDF price sits at a different point from plywood and HDHMR board, and knowing the difference between the three is the first decision in any furniture build. At Fixxly, this sub-category covers CenturyPly and Greenply plywood, Action Tesa MDF and HDHMR board, and ply board sheets in every common thickness. This guide covers what each board offers and how to choose between them.

MDF price and what MDF is built for

MDF price sits below hdhmr board price, reflecting the difference in strength and moisture resistance - Action Tesa's MDF gives an exceptionally smooth, uniform surface with no grain or knots, ideal for painting and fine machining, but is less strong and less moisture-resistant than plywood or HDHMR.

Ply board, plywood sheet rate and century ply price

Ply board and plywood sheet rate both refer to the same core product - engineered wood veneers cross-bonded for all-round strength. Century ply price and century ply board price scale with thickness and grade, with BWP (boiling waterproof) grades costing more than MR (moisture resistant) for the same thickness due to the stronger phenolic bonding used.

HD-HMR and hdmr sheet

HD-HMR, also sold as hdmr sheet, bridges the gap between MDF and plywood - it keeps MDF's smooth, machinable surface while adding strength and moisture resistance closer to plywood, making it a strong choice for furniture needing both a fine finish and durability.

Waterproof plywood - the BWP grade

Waterproof plywood, the BWP grade, is bonded with a phenol-based resin that survives prolonged water contact, the right choice for kitchen base units and bathroom cabinetry facing regular moisture.

Why Fixxly for MDF, plywood and HDHMR

Fixxly is a single platform for the whole build, and this sub-category is one part of a wood and laminates department that sits within ten full categories. Every board is genuine CenturyPly, Greenply or Action Tesa.

	Fixxly	Others
Brand assurance	Genuine CenturyPly, Greenply and Action Tesa, verified material	Authenticity harder to verify, especially for BWP-grade claims
Delivery speed	30-minute quick delivery	Same-day if in stock locally, otherwise 1-5 days
Complete board order in one go	Plywood, MDF and HDHMR from matched, verified stock	Usually needs multiple shops or sellers to gather everything
Returns on a bad batch	Straightforward replacement policy	Policies vary, and can be slow for bulky items

Choosing between MDF, plywood and HDHMR

• Painted furniture, fine machining: Action Tesa MDF for its smooth, uniform surface.
• Load-bearing furniture, general strength: CenturyPly or Greenply plywood.
• Kitchen and bathroom cabinetry: waterproof plywood (BWP grade).
• Smooth finish with more strength than MDF: Action Tesa HDHMR or hdmr sheet.

Frequently asked questions

Why is MDF price lower than plywood price?

MDF is generally more economical than plywood or HDHMR at the same thickness, reflecting its lower strength and moisture resistance - it is chosen for its smooth surface and machinability rather than raw strength.

What is the difference between HDHMR and hdmr sheet?

They are the same product - HDHMR and hdmr sheet are two names for Action Tesa's denser, more moisture-resistant board that sits between MDF and plywood in overall strength.

What does BWP mean on a plywood listing?

BWP stands for boiling waterproof, a plywood grade bonded with phenolic resin that survives prolonged water contact, suited to kitchen and bathroom cabinetry.

How does century ply price compare across grades?

Century ply price and century ply board price both increase with thickness and grade, with BWP costing more than MR for the same thickness due to the stronger, more water-resistant bonding used.

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