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Melamine Plywood for Cabinets, Wardrobes & Furniture

Available to order — made to order

Buy melamine-faced plywood directly from CUZI PLY’s factory for cabinets, wardrobes, shelving and furniture. Choose white, black, solid-colour or woodgrain finishes, smooth or textured faces, and the plywood core your parts need. We supply full sheets or quoted cut-to-size and machined components, with protected export packing. Send your finish, thickness, quantity and destination for a factory quote, or request a sample.

White, black, woodgrain and grey melamine plywood with decorative surfaces and layered plywood cut edges
Melamine finishes for your furniture rangeCoordinate colour, grain pattern, texture and sheen across cabinet parts. Choose the core and exposed or banded edges to suit your design and machining.
Surface
White, black, solid or woodgrain
Moisture
8–12% cabinet-grade target
Regular formats
1220×2440, 1250×2500, 1525×3050 mm
Production lead time
7–15 days · Made to order
FROM YOUR DESIGN TO THE FINISHED PART

Choose the finish, core and edge for your cabinet.

Surface
Decor code · texture · sheen
Panel build
Core · bond · face/back balance
Fabrication
CNC · drilling · edge finish
COLOUR & TEXTURE

Compare the finish on a physical sample, then keep the selected colour and grain direction with your order.

Choose a melamine finish for your furniture range.

Create coordinated cabinet interiors, doors and shelving with white, black, solid-colour or woodgrain melamine-faced plywood. Choose smooth, matt or wood-pore texture, with a single decorative face and balancing back or matching double-sided faces. A physical colour reference helps you coordinate panels, fronts and edge bands.

We press resin-impregnated decorative paper directly onto prepared plywood in our own factory. Send a decor code or the appearance you want; our team helps select the finish and grain direction for matched sets and repeat orders.

  • White, black, solid colour or woodgrain
  • Smooth, matt or wood-pore texture
  • Single- or double-sided faces
  • Sample matching for repeat orders
MATERIAL OPTIONS

Choose the finish, face arrangement and plywood construction.

Compare the decorative face and the plywood beneath it so the quoted panel matches your project.

White melamine plywood

Choose the white shade, sheen and texture for cabinet interiors, shelving and matching fronts. Keep the decor code with the order and coordinate the edge band; different whites can look different beside each other.

Black melamine plywood

Choose a black decorative face with a matching black reverse or balancing back. Complete the design with a black edge band or a finished exposed plywood edge, where the wood veneers remain visible.

Wood grain melamine plywood

Select the decor and mark grain direction across doors, fronts and matched sets. Textured melamine plywood adds a surface texture that must be selected with the grain pattern and sheen. Compare the face and matching edge band under the lighting used in the finished room.

Double-sided melamine plywood

Use coordinated decorative faces where both sides are visible. We select the paper, texture and panel balance for your core and thickness. Single-sided panels are supplied with a suitable balancing reverse.

Direct melamine face

Resin-impregnated decorative paper is pressed directly onto prepared plywood. Choose colour, texture, sheen and which faces will be visible.

MUF plywood adhesive

MUF describes an adhesive used within the plywood, not the decorative face. Select the bond and finished-panel emission requirements separately from the colour.

HPL surface

A separately manufactured laminate is bonded to the plywood. Compare our HPL plywood when your project calls for that surface construction.

Marine or structural plywood

For melamine marine plywood or a specified structural project, we select the plywood substrate, decorative face and balancing back together. Tell us the intended use and any required standard, moisture conditions and edge treatment. Our factory team confirms the suitable build and applicable product documents with your quote.

CORE & PANEL BALANCE

Choose the plywood build for component weight, flatness, machining and the appearance of its cut edges.

Select the core for weight, machining and visible edges.

Choose poplar, combi, hardwood, eucalyptus or birch-based plywood to suit your furniture parts. The core influences handling weight, cutting and the appearance of exposed edges. We calibrate the plywood before pressing the decorative faces, with an 8–12% moisture target for the cabinet-grade construction.

For doors, shelves and larger panels, we select the face and balancing back together and check finished thickness and flatness. Share the part size, shelf support and hardware you use; our factory team helps choose the panel for your production.

  • Core chosen for weight and machining
  • Balanced face and back
  • Finished thickness and flatness checks
  • Repeat orders to the selected construction
Melamine plywood supported at a press inspection station while an operator checks its decorative surface
Surface pressing and panel checksSpecify the decorative paper, plywood core and face/back arrangement together. Confirm finished thickness, flatness and surface appearance before cutting and assembling cabinet parts.
BUYER DECISIONS

Four choices that help your panel work as a finished part.

Finished appearance

Which faces will be seen in the finished cabinet?

Choose the decor, texture, sheen and grain direction; compare a physical sample.

Panel construction

What does the component need beneath the finish?

Select the core, thickness, bond and balanced face/back arrangement for weight, flatness and machining.

Cutting & assembly

How will the part be cut, drilled and edged?

Check a sample component with the intended tools, hardware and edge finish.

Room & cleaning

What moisture, cleaning and daily use will it face?

Match the complete panel, sealed edges and product documents to the intended interior.
CONSTRUCTION OPTIONS

Find the right balance of finish, machining and cost.

White Interior Panels

White plywood panels for shelving, cabinet backs and shop fixtures. Choose poplar or combi core, thickness and edge finish to suit your parts and budget.

Decor / colour code
Utility white reference sample
Face and back arrangement
Named backer or double-side white
Plywood core species
Poplar or selected combi
Thickness range
9, 12, 15, 18 mm
Finished thickness tolerance
About ±0.5 mm
Use
Shelving, cabinet backs, shop fixtures and simple interior components.
Documents
Order-specific emission, bond, dimensional and sourcing documentation available on request
FOB China price
USD 310–390/m³2026-08-21 · 1220×2440×18 mm
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Cabinet & Wardrobe Panels

Coordinated solid-colour or woodgrain faces for cabinet carcasses and wardrobes, with calibrated plywood for cutting, drilling and edge banding.

Decor / colour code
Named solid or woodgrain code
Face and back arrangement
Matched or coordinated double faces
Plywood core species
Poplar, eucalyptus or hardwood/combi
Thickness range
9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 25 mm
Finished thickness tolerance
About ±0.3–0.5 mm
Use
Cabinet carcasses, wardrobes, furniture components and retail interiors.
Documents
Destination-specific emission and plywood documents available for the selected construction
FOB China price
USD 390–480/m³2026-08-21 · 1220×2440×18 mm
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Textured Joinery Panels

Matched decor and texture with tighter thickness tolerances for visible joinery and CNC parts. Plan grain direction and edges across matched sets.

Decor / colour code
Agreed decor code and colour tolerance
Face and back arrangement
Matched faces; asymmetric build trialled
Plywood core species
Selected hardwood, eucalyptus or birch
Thickness range
Project 3–30 mm by construction and quantity
Finished thickness tolerance
About ±0.2–0.3 mm for the confirmed thickness and construction
Use
Visible joinery, detailed cabinet parts, displays and matched interior components.
Documents
Project tests, sourcing documents and first-piece sample matched to the order
FOB China price
USD 480–580/m³2026-08-21 · 1220×2440×18 mm
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COMPLETE SPECIFICATION

Compare the details that matter for your cabinet.

Start with these six essentials. Open the full comparison when you need dimensions, tolerances, processing and order conditions.

Surface

White, black, solid colour or woodgrain; smooth, matt or wood-pore texture.

Panel build

Single-sided with a balancing back, or coordinated double-sided construction.

Core

Poplar, combi, hardwood, eucalyptus or birch-based plywood for weight, machining and visible edges.

Condition

8–12% moisture target with finished thickness, flatness and squareness stated.

Fabrication

Sawing, CNC, drilling, hardware and edge treatment matched to the component drawing.

Compare the complete specificationsView all 50 fields for white interior, cabinet and textured joinery panels.Show specificationsHide specifications
SpecificationWhite Interior PanelsCabinet & Wardrobe PanelsTextured Joinery Panels
Product definitionUtility white direct-faced plywoodBalanced cabinet melamine plywoodTextured precision melamine plywood
Intended interior useShelves, backs and utility fixturesCabinets, furniture and interior panelsVisible joinery and precision components
Decorative paper / surface referenceUtility white paper familySelected decorative paper and resin systemDecorative-paper code, batch and resin pickup
Melamine surface-system descriptionDirect paper pressed to prepared plywoodControlled paper, plate and press cycleSpecified paper, plate and press window
Decor / colour codeUtility white reference sampleNamed solid or woodgrain codeAgreed decor code and colour tolerance
Colour-family optionStandard solid coloursSelected solids and common woodgrainsMatched project decor by sample
Texture / gloss optionSmooth utility sheenSmooth, matt or selected wood poreDefined texture and gloss tolerance
Selected surface sampleA4 face sampleColour-and-texture board sampleAgreed colour reference and retained sample
Face and back arrangementNamed backer or double-side whiteMatched or coordinated double facesMatched faces; asymmetric build trialled
Reverse face / balancing layerCompatible named backerBalanced face/back paper and cycleReverse build selected for stability
Face matching / direction requirementDirection only when orderedDirection recorded on cutting fileDecor sequence and replacement matching confirmed
Plywood core speciesPoplar or selected combiPoplar, eucalyptus or hardwood/combiSelected hardwood, eucalyptus or birch
Substrate core constructionBalanced utility lay-upBalanced cabinet multi-plyVeneer groups selected for machining and visible edges
Lay-up / ply scheduleRecorded by thicknessStated count and symmetryLot-specific veneer schedule
Core gaps, overlaps and repairsAgreed utility core and cut-edge sampleClosed-core fabrication limitsMachined-edge gap and repair limits stated with the component sample
Substrate face veneer referenceSanded, filled plywood faceSelected calibrated faceSelected plywood face with stated repair and sanding limits
Substrate sanding / calibrationUtility pre-press calibrationLot-controlled two-face calibrationfirst production sample thickness mapping
Bond / exposure requirementInterior or defined humid bondBond selected separately from decorSubstrate- and destination-specific test method
Substrate emission requirementYour specified option on requestDestination-specific substrate documentsDocumented substrate production process
Finished-panel emission requirementOrder-specific option for the finished constructionApplicable EN, EPA or buyer requirementExact finished construction documented or tested
Surface abrasion evaluation optionEN 14323 wear method available with the cycle endpoint stated for utility cleaning dutyNamed wear method, cycle count and visual endpoint stated with the selected decorExact specimen, method, cycles and endpoint matched to the required service duty
Scratch / mar evaluation optionSample comparison with the contact method and visible-mark limit statedNamed stylus or load method with visual and gloss limitsInstrument, load, stroke, observation conditions and inspection limit stated together
Stain / cleanability evaluationCleaning agents, dwell time and wipe procedure stated for the intended interior useAgent, concentration, dwell time, temperature and cleaning cycles recordedProject chemicals, exposure sequence and colour or gloss limits stated
Surface cracking / impact scopeImpact method, contact object and visible-damage limit agreed by sampleDrop height or impact energy and accepted dent, crack or delamination statedExact face/substrate specimen, impact method and finished-part quality requirements stated
Heat / steam / moisture scopeDry-heat or damp-cleaning temperature, contact time and edge condition statedDry and wet heat exposure, duration, support and edge condition statedProject exposure cycle, repetition, recovery time and appearance limit stated
Edge-water / wet-use scopeProtected interior edges with the selected seal or bandBanding material, adhesive, exposed-edge finish and cleaning duty statedHumidity or splash duty matched to the plywood bond, balance, sealed cuts and joint design
Regular sheet sizesCompare the three regular formats. Choose the format with grain direction, thickness and cutting yield.
Made-to-order sheet sizesCompare the five made-to-order formats. Choose the format with grain direction, thickness and cutting yield.
Thickness range9, 12, 15, 18 mm9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 25 mmProject 3–30 mm by construction and quantity
Finished thickness toleranceAbout ±0.5 mmAbout ±0.3–0.5 mmAbout ±0.2–0.3 mm for the confirmed thickness and construction
Length / width tolerance+0 / −2 mm+0 / −1.5 mmProject tolerance stated with the cutting and measurement method
Squareness / edge straightness≤1 mm/m target≤1 mm/m measuredAgreed method and limit
Flatness and warpage requirementsConditioned full-support check with the permitted bow and twist statedDouble-face panel bow and twist measured after conditioningParent-panel and machined-component flatness limits stated for the project
Moisture target8–12%8–12%8–12%, with a narrower project range available when required
Density rangeAbout 450–550 kg/m³ for the selected poplar or light-combi constructionAbout 520–650 kg/m³ for the selected cabinet-grade combi or hardwood constructionAbout 600–720 kg/m³ for the selected hardwood or birch-based precision construction
Actual sheet-weight confirmationCalculated from the quoted size, thickness and densityReference sheet weighed for handling and container planningParent panel and machined component weights recorded for hardware, handling and payload
Cutting / CNC optionStraight cutting to the confirmed drawingCNC programme matched to the selected cutter, support and finished toleranceFirst component records tool, feed, edge finish, finished dimensions and tool-life check
Drilling optionPilot-hole diameter, depth and hardware statedConfirmat, dowel and hinge boring checked on the selected panelHardware, hole position, edge distance, breakout and assembly fit recorded
Edge-banding optionPVC/ABS with compatible adhesiveABS, PVC, veneer; EVA/PUR optionSpecified edge, primer, adhesive and reference sample
Exposed plywood-edge optionSanded or sealed edgeClear, stained, painted or bandedVisible-ply sample or matched band
Cut-to-size / nesting optionStraight parts after drawingNest, tool trial and identificationAgreed cutting layout, reference point and replacement matching
Part labelling / grain-direction optionBasic pack markIdentity and direction recordedSequence and matched-set packing
First production componentRecommended before series productionMachined cabinet component matched to the drawing and edge finishAgreed first component retained as the production reference
Batch inspection planContamination and press-mark checkLot surface, dimension, flatness and edgeAgreed measurement and inspection method
Decor-lot / colour-change controlOne decor lot preferredreference sample compared during inspectionMethod, plate and replacement rule
Packaging and face protectionInterleaf and protected cornersAligned bearers and parallel strapsNon-marking, lot-separated handling plan
MOQ by decor / thickness100–300 sheets per SKUSKU mix or container programmeProject decor/texture/tooling lot
Loading quantity / payload calculationActual density, thickness and packSKU-mix payload planOversize opening, payload and support model
Lead time7–15 days7–15 days7–15 days
Destination, documents, quotation and batch identificationDestination stated; required documents listed; USD/m³ quotation; lot identificationDestination requirements, product documents, machining scope and repeat-order reference statedProject documents, tooling sample, decor reference sample and replacement matching stated
SIZES & THICKNESSES

Plan sheets around the finished cabinet parts.

Choose the format with grain direction, matched door fronts, trim allowance and cutting yield. State full-sheet dimensions separately from finished parts.

Regular sheet sizes

  • 1220×2440 mm
  • 1250×2500 mm
  • 1525×3050 mm

Made-to-order sheet sizes

  • 1250×3050 mm
  • 1250×3660 mm
  • 2100×2800 mm
  • 1830×3660 mm
  • 1250×3800 mm

White Interior Panels list 9, 12, 15 and 18 mm; Cabinet & Wardrobe Panels add 21 and 25 mm. Textured Joinery Panels cover project constructions from 3–30 mm. For a 3/4 inch order, we confirm the actual millimetre thickness and tolerance in your quote.

Custom dimensions are a manufacturing choice and can be ordered with your selected construction and its applicable product documents. We plan face protection, full-length support, pack dimensions and loading for larger sheets.

CUTTING & ASSEMBLY

Use a representative sample part to compare machining, hardware fit and your chosen edge finish.

Order full sheets or cut and machined components.

Buy full sheets for your workshop or enquire about cut-to-size, CNC routing, drilling and edge treatment. Send part dimensions and quantities, or a drawing if available. We confirm the processing included in your quote so you can plan cutting, hardware fitting and assembly.

Choose a finished exposed plywood edge or ABS, PVC or veneer banding to suit your design. For repeat parts, a machined sample lets you check the edge, holes and hardware fit before production. Our team can help complete the machining details when you start with a cabinet design.

For cut parts, tell us which edges are visible, the band material and colour, finished dimensions and any drilled holes. Explore edge banding for plywood components. Your quote identifies the panels or processed parts we supply for your workshop to assemble.

  • Full sheets or cut-to-size parts
  • CNC routing and drilling
  • Exposed-ply or banded edges
  • Machined samples for repeat parts
Melamine plywood cabinet and shelving modules showing continuous white edge banding, woodgrain faces and visible plywood details in an interior workshop.
Plan the cabinet parts and edge finishInclude finished part sizes, grain direction, drilling and hardware positions in your drawing. Choose banded or exposed plywood edges to suit the cabinet design and its cleaning needs.
SAMPLES & REPEAT ORDERS

Keep the finish and sample part as your repeat-order reference.

Your selected finish

Keep a physical reference for decor, texture, sheen and grain direction with the order. Compare matched parts and replacement panels against it.

Panel balance & flatness

Check the face/back arrangement, finished thickness and conditioned flatness for the selected core and component size.

Your sample component

Compare sawing, CNC work, drilling, hardware and edge finish on the part you intend to make.

Repeat-order consistency

Keep the finish and plywood construction with your order reference. Compare a new sample when important material or processing choices change.

  1. Select the plywood core and calibrate its faces.
  2. Choose the decorative paper, colour and texture.
  3. Agree the visible faces and balancing back.
  4. Press the selected surface and reverse construction.
  5. Condition the panels and check finish, dimensions and flatness.
  6. Compare machining and edge finish; protect and identify the packed panels.
ROOM & CLEANING

Tell us where the cabinet will be installed and how it will be cleaned, including moisture at edges and joints.

Plan panels for kitchens, wardrobes and retail interiors.

Melamine-faced plywood brings a decorative finish to cabinet carcasses, wardrobes, shelves, furniture and retail fixtures. For kitchens and humid interiors, we help select the plywood bond and edge treatment around splashes, cleaning and moisture at joints. Include how the part will be supported and installed.

For boat interiors, structural uses or fire-rated projects, tell us the application and any specified standard. We will discuss the appropriate plywood substrate, decorative faces and product documents with your quote.

For a marine plywood substrate, include sealed cuts, joints and fixings in the specification. Compare marine plywood construction and project requirements; identify the decorative faces and installation conditions separately.

  • Cabinets, wardrobes and shelving
  • Furniture and retail interiors
  • Humidity and cleaning requirements
  • Project documents for the complete panel
SGS TEST REPORT & PROJECT DOCUMENTS

SGS results for melamine faced plywood.

Read the key results below or open the original report. Our factory team helps match your finish, plywood and product documents to the intended interior use.

First page of the SGS test report for 18 mm film and melamine faced plywood from LINYI CUZI PLYWOOD CO.,LTD
SGS test reportPDF · 7 pages
BONDING, SURFACE DURABILITY & EMISSIONS

Melamine Faced Plywood SGS Test Report

For melamine face A, SGS reports formaldehyde emission of 0.6 mg/L, internal bonding of 0.45 N/mm², abrasion resistance of 500 revolutions and peeling after immersion of 12 mm. Film face B is listed separately: 1.2 mg/L, 0.59 N/mm², 700 revolutions and 13 mm for the same respective tests. These are results for the tested 18 mm boards under the methods below; impact resistance and bonding quality are also recorded in the PDF.

Testing laboratory
SGS
Tested material
18 mm film & melamine faced plywood
Tests covered
Bonding · immersion · impact · abrasion · formaldehyde
Issue date
9 January 2026

Test methods: GB 18580:2001 · GB/T 17657-1999 · ISO 7784-2:1997

Other thicknesses, sheet sizes and core options are available. Tell our factory team about your cabinet or furniture order.

EN 14322 / EN 14323 method reference

Method agreed by order

Buyer-agreed surface test methods are applied to the exact melamine-faced plywood construction and agreed specimen.

Start with how the cabinet will be used and cleaned. Our team helps select surface tests for the decorative plywood where your project specifies wear, scratch, stain or heat performance.

EN 314-1 / EN 314-2 bond specification

Available on request

Bond testing applies to the defined plywood substrate and service requirement; decor is controlled by the selected surface reference.

Tell us whether the panel is for dry or humid interior use. We help select the plywood bond and coordinate sealed-edge details for your parts.

EN 315 / EN 636 plywood option

available on request by order

Dimensions and plywood-use classification are matched to the exact construction and destination.

Send finished-sheet or component dimensions. We confirm tolerances for sheet thickness, cut parts, drilled holes and assembly in the quotation.

EN 717-1 / EU formaldehyde option

Available on request

Finished-panel emission requirement selected for the applicable EU use and legal scope.

Share the destination or required furniture specification. We confirm the applicable finished-panel emission result and method with your order.

EPA TSCA Title VI

Available on request

Applicable hardwood plywood construction is supplied with the confirmed certification, labelling and recordkeeping option for US orders.

For applicable US orders, our team confirms the certification details, third-party certifier, labels and shipment records for the supplied plywood.

FSC / PEFC chain of custody

Transaction-specific

Sourcing claims are supplied when the ordered material and relevant supply-chain links are within valid scope.

Ask for the FSC or PEFC claim your customer needs. We confirm eligible material and the transaction claim on the sales documents.

Australian importer option

Importer confirmation required

Species, harvest country, legality due diligence, biosecurity and project requirements are reviewed for the shipment.

For Australian orders, we help prepare species, harvest country, packing and import documents for your importer.

If your project specifies surface performance, share the intended use or required method with us. BSI's EN 14323 method overview covers melamine-faced boards defined by EN 14322. Our team helps select suitable tests for your decorative plywood and confirms any additional project testing in the quotation.

PLAN YOUR ORDER

Order melamine plywood direct from our factory.

CUZI PLY is your melamine plywood supplier and manufacturer in Linyi, Shandong, China. Our factory operates 10 plywood production lines. We manufacture the agreed panels, check the finish, dimensions and flatness, and prepare protected export packs.

Start with your cabinet or interior component, preferred decor, sheet or part dimensions, thickness, quantity and destination. Our factory team helps complete the plywood, surface and processing specification for your quote. Build your plywood specification.

Cabinet carcasses & shelving

List panels by thickness and size, and identify which faces will be visible. Choose coordinated faces or a balancing back with the core, shelf support and edge finish. For kitchens, include moisture at joints, splashes and cleaning conditions.

Doors, fronts & matched sets

Give the decor code or reference colour, texture and sheen. Mark grain direction and matching across adjacent fronts. Agree the face/back arrangement, conditioned flatness and colour range so later panels and replacements match the cabinet design.

CNC kits & finished parts

List part dimensions, quantities, holes, hinge or dowel positions, tolerances and visible edges. State ABS, PVC, veneer banding or a finished plywood edge, with the intended adhesive and hardware. Compare a first component for cutting, edge quality and assembly.

For repeat stock orders, list quantities by decor, face arrangement, core, size and thickness, with pack counts and grain-direction labels. For samples, say whether you need to compare the colour and texture, cut edge, banding or drilled part. We confirm sample and courier costs, preparation and dispatch. Your quote states order quantities, production schedule, payment, packing and delivery terms; manufacturing time is separate from shipping transit.

EXPORT PRICE RANGES

Compare a complete panel, then get your current factory price.

Updated: 2026-08-21. Compare these ranges for the same reference panel, then send your finish, thickness and order quantity for current factory pricing.

USD 310–390/m³

Utility white construction with a value-led plywood core, standard calibration and export packing.

USD 390–480/m³

Balanced cabinet construction with selected decor, calibrated core, two-face options and machining sample.

USD 480–580/m³

Textured precision construction with matched decor, controlled plate texture, tighter calibration and CNC preparation.

Compare the three ranges on the same 1220×2440×18 mm reference. Final pricing follows the decor paper, texture, plywood substrate, side arrangement, calibration, machining, edge system, quantity, packing and delivery terms.

Quotation variables: Decor paper, texture plate, resin option, core, lay-up, bond, calibration, side arrangement, size, thickness, machining, edge system, documents, pack, payload and order volume.

FOB China price USD 310–580/m³

Reference constructionDirect melamine-faced plywood, reference 1220×2440×18 mm

Main price variablesDecor, plywood build, face arrangement, machining and order volume

Updated2026-08-21

For the 1220×2440×18 mm reference, width × length × thickness gives a calculated volume of about 0.05358 m³ per sheet. Convert a quoted USD/m³ price using the actual sheet dimensions. Compare cutting yield, banding, drilling, part labels, surface protection and delivery cost on the same basis. Compare plywood price bases, compare plywood and MDF for cabinet parts or plan your order from our factory.

RELATED PRODUCTS & GUIDES

Compare other panels or plan your order in more detail.

DECISION QUESTIONS

Melamine plywood buying questions

Plan your finish, sample and order.

What is melamine plywood?

Melamine plywood combines a decorative paper surface with a plywood substrate. CUZI PLY presses resin-impregnated paper directly onto prepared plywood to produce white, black, solid-colour or woodgrain faces with smooth, matt or wood-pore textures. The plywood core, bond, face/back balance and edge treatment are selected for the finished cabinet or interior component.

Is melamine plywood suitable for cabinets and wardrobes?

Yes, for indoor cabinet carcasses, wardrobes, shelves, furniture and retail fixtures. Choose the core, thickness and edge finish for your component size, support and hardware. Tell us the room conditions and cleaning needs; our factory team helps select the panel. A machined sample can help check doors, cut edges, banding and hardware fit for repeat production.

How does melamine plywood differ from melamine MDF or particleboard?

The decorative finish may look similar, but the substrate is different. Plywood uses cross-banded wood veneers; MDF uses wood fibres; particleboard uses bonded wood particles. Those differences matter for weight, machining, hardware and exposed edges. Compare actual samples at the same thickness for your component and equipment rather than choosing by surface appearance alone.

What is the difference between melamine plywood and HPL plywood?

Direct melamine plywood uses resin-impregnated decorative paper pressed onto prepared plywood. HPL plywood uses a separately manufactured laminate bonded to the plywood. They are different surface constructions, not interchangeable names. Share the required finish, cleaning, wear and fabrication needs; compare representative samples and any specified surface test results before choosing.

Which colours, textures and face arrangements can I order?

Options include white, black, solid colours and woodgrain, with smooth, matt or wood-pore texture. Select single-sided construction with a balancing back or coordinated double-sided faces. Send a decor code or reference sample if you need a matched finish. We confirm paper and texture availability, colour matching, grain direction and the selected face/back arrangement for your order; compare a physical sample rather than relying on a screen colour.

Which plywood core and thickness should I choose?

Choose poplar, combi, hardwood, eucalyptus or birch-based plywood for weight, machining and visible edges. White Interior Panels list 9, 12, 15 and 18 mm; Cabinet & Wardrobe Panels add 21 and 25 mm; Textured Joinery Panels offer project constructions from 3–30 mm. The cabinet-grade moisture target is 8–12%. Start with your part size and hardware; we help select thickness, panel balance and flatness requirements.

Which sheet sizes and cut-to-size parts are available?

Regular sheet sizes: 1220×2440, 1250×2500, 1525×3050 mm. Available on request: 1250×3050, 1250×3660, 2100×2800, 1830×3660, 1250×3800 mm. We can quote full sheets or cut-to-size parts. Send the thickness, part dimensions, grain direction and quantity in millimetres or inches. For a 3/4 inch order, we confirm the actual millimetre thickness and tolerance in your quote. Our team also confirms machining and export packing. Custom sheet dimensions can be ordered alongside the selected plywood construction and its applicable product documents.

Can I request a sample before ordering?

Yes. Send your intended cabinet or component, preferred decor or reference colour, texture, thickness and delivery country. Include the core and edge finish if you have selected them. We confirm sample availability, any sample and courier costs, and dispatch arrangements. Use the sample to compare the finish and your cutting, drilling, banding or assembly result before agreeing repeat production.

Can melamine plywood be CNC cut, drilled and edge banded?

Yes. Enquire about sawing, CNC routing, drilling and ABS, PVC or veneer edge banding, or a finished exposed plywood edge. Send part sizes, hole positions, hardware and visible edges. We confirm the processing supplied in your quotation. For repeat production, a machined component helps check dimensions, edge quality and assembly with your tools and hardware.

Can I use it in kitchens or other humid interiors?

We can discuss panels for kitchen carcasses and other humid interiors. Tell us about splashes, cleaning and moisture at cuts and joints so we can select the plywood bond, balancing back and sealed-edge details. For outdoor or permanently wet use, include that application in your enquiry so our team can discuss the appropriate product.

Can I order melamine marine plywood?

Yes. We can quote a decorative melamine face on the specified marine plywood construction. Share the intended use, finished thickness and required marine standard if known. For boat interiors, include sealed cuts, joints and fixings with the face and back arrangement. Our team helps select the substrate and its applicable documents. For hulls, exposed decking or permanent wetting, tell us the installation requirements so we can discuss the suitable panel and finish.

Which tests and product documents should I ask for?

View and download our SGS report in Product documents above. The tested 18 mm melamine face A records formaldehyde emission of 0.6 mg/L, internal bonding of 0.45 N/mm², abrasion resistance of 500 revolutions and peeling after immersion of 12 mm. Film face B is listed separately: 1.2 mg/L, 0.59 N/mm², 700 revolutions and 13 mm for the same respective tests. The report also covers bonding quality and impact resistance. These results describe the tested boards under the listed methods. We supply other thicknesses, sizes and core options; tell us your interior use and destination so our factory team can help select the panel and project documents.

What are the FOB China prices, minimum quantities and production lead times?

FOB China prices for 1220×2440×18 mm are USD 310–390/m³ for White Interior Panels, USD 390–480/m³ for Cabinet & Wardrobe Panels and USD 480–580/m³ for Textured Joinery Panels. White panels start at 100–300 sheets per SKU. Cabinet panels use an agreed SKU mix or container programme, and textured joinery uses a project lot. We manufacture to your order with a production lead time of 7–15 days. Send your finish, size, quantity and destination for current pricing and order terms. Shipping transit time is separate from production.

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Tell us what you want to make.

Start with the cabinet or component, preferred finish, thickness, quantity and destination. Add the drawing, edge treatment and target date if available. Our factory team will help complete the panel specification, sample arrangements and quotation.

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Let’s plan your plywood order.

Tell us what you’re making, the quantity and destination. Our team will help you choose a panel and prepare a quote.