Grey MDF U12 — Natural Grey Soft-Textured Finish — Sample (90 × 90 mm) Order a 90 mm × 90 mm Grey MDF U12 sample to evaluate the natural grey colour tone, soft-textured decorative face, flatness, and edge/core quality before purchasing full boards or cut-to-size panels. Ideal for confirming finish appearance, cleanability, edgeband match, and machining behaviour for kitchens, wardrobes, wall panelling, retail and office fit-outs. Ready to scale up? See Grey MDF U12 — Full Board or Grey MDF U12 — Cut to Size from MDF Direct. About Grey MDF U12 (Soft-Textured Finish) This decorative board pairs a soft-touch, low-sheen grey surface with a stable MDF core and a balancing reverse. The subtle texture adds a premium, tactile feel and helps mask fingerprints and minor scuffs better than flat matt or gloss, while the MDF core gives predictable, CNC-friendly machining and reliable flatness for clean joins and consistent reveals. What This Sample Helps You Check Colour & texture: verify U12 natural grey and tactile feel under your lighting Finish workflow: test wipe-clean performance and sheen retention Edge workflow: trial matching grey edgeband (Edgings, Pre-glued, Iron-on) and edge sealers Machining: score/cut, route and drill the decorative face to assess chip control Adhesion: tapes/adhesives for trims and fixtures on the reverse Typical Uses (full boards / cut to size) Wardrobes & fitted furniture: doors, drawer fronts, end panels Decorative wall panels & slat/feature cladding (dry interiors) Kitchens & utility rooms: fascias, plinths, carcass accents (avoid standing water) Retail, office & hospitality: counters, displays, backdrops Shelving fascias & cabinetry liners (size thickness to span) Key Features Natural grey, soft-textured decorative surface—ready to install (no painting required) Stable MDF core for crisp edges and clean CNC work Low-maintenance, wipe-clean face with subtle, premium tactility Edgeband compatible (ABS/PVC; PUR/laser edging recommended) Consistent thickness/flatness for multi-panel projects Sample & Product Specs Sample size: 90 × 90 mm (nominal) Core: MDF (interior, dry service) Faces: U12 natural grey soft-textured decorative face with balancing reverse Finish: Supplied finished; protective film may be present on face Typical full sheet: 2440 × 1220 mm (other sizes may be available) Common thicknesses: ~8–25 mm (check current stock) Fabrication, Finishing & Care (full boards) Keep any protective film on during cutting/edging; remove after install. Use scoring blades / compression spirals; support cuts to minimise chip-out. Seal all cut edges in kitchens/utility areas; avoid prolonged moisture exposure. Clean with a soft cloth mild, non-abrasive cleaner; avoid solvents/abrasives. If hinge-boring/CNC is required, provide drilling patterns for production accuracy. Why Order from MDF Direct Order Full Boards or Cut to Size—we cut on calibrated equipment to ≈0.1 mm tolerance for door-ready parts and quick installs. Need help with thickness, spans, or edging? Contact MDF Direct. Delivery info: Delivery Information. Delivery & Availability Samples ship with your order or by post. Full orders typically deliver in 4-5 working days (location dependent). Safety Remember to follow safe handling guidelines for MDF when cutting or sanding panels. Use appropriate PPE and dust extraction. Frequently Asked Questions 1. Is Grey MDF U12 paintable? The U12 face is a finished decorative surface—painting isn’t recommended. For paintable boards, see Ready-to-Paint MDF. 2. Is this waterproof or moisture-resistant? The core is standard MDF for interior, dry use. If you need moisture resistance, see Moisture-Resistant MDF (MR) options. 3. Can you supply matching edgeband? Yes—order Grey U12 matching edgeband (Edgings, Pre-glued, Iron-on) for seamless edges. 4. Do you cut to size and offer CNC? Absolutely—order Cut to Size or enquire about CNC profiling/hinge boring.
