MDF kitchen: interior trim wall panels, design photo

The walls of the kitchen can be designed in any style and direction. A material such as MDF panels for kitchens is demanded and popular due to the practicality and aesthetics of appearance. The walls above the sink and surfaces are always exposed to dirt, grease splashes from entering. To successfully resolve this issue, you need to choose the best option design kitchen apron.

Design kitchen facilities with MDF panels (photo collection)

Modern material is performed in different styles with different texture. One of the most popular are laminated or veneered models, which are made by natural wood: pine, alder, mahogany, maple. The surface may be any - gloss or matte as desired decorated image (printing or 3D effect).

Not inferior to the panel made "under a rock." The material is performed in different interpretations, there is even a model for metal or glass. Nice and neat look "fishnet" sheets. On request they can be combined with any finish. Using MDF - Kitchen panels profitable, since it is not only practical, but also very beautiful. Natural wood can crack from moisture and steam on artificial smooth such panels can not be.

MDF material - what is it

What does it mean MDF? Abbreviation translated as "the fine fraction". In the manufacturing process of wood fibers are used, with the average density. They are pressed together under high pressure and temperatures. To panels stronger than steel, it is composed of binding component - resin. In the production of manufactured standard model type, but under the individual order, you can get the required size.

Advantages and disadvantages of MDP as the fabric

MDF panels for kitchens have such advantages:

• no need to install pre-cooking surface;
• perfect polished finish, does not crumble;
• eco-friendly material, no harm to human health;
• quickly and easily cleaned of dirt, dust and debris during installation and there is no waste;
• good value "price - quality", accessible to everyone who wants to make repairs;
• Finishing can be done on their own, without the involvement of artists.

There are also disadvantages:

• panel "not compatible" with the moisture in large amounts and adversely perceive changes in temperature;
• if you do not cover the material on top of a special fire-fighting device, there is a risk of fire;
• MDF sheets of small thickness can be easily damaged due to transport or mechanical action.

varieties panels

It can be divided into the following categories based on their technical characteristics panel.

1. Laminated - on the surface is the PVC film, the coating is resistant to soiling, UV radiation and has a different structure.
   

   Laminated products often repeat the color and texture of natural wood

2. Tselnopressovannye - manufactured by hot pressing. average product density, smooth surface.
   

   Tselnopressovannye panels have a smooth surface without a decorative finish and are used when you need to create the unusual interior - such panels can be painted in the color you want

3. Veneer - applied veneer, made from expensive woods.
   

   Veneered surface panels often indistinguishable from real wood

4. Paneled - polymers composed not only natural wood.
   

   Framed panels can often be found in the classical interiors

5. Painted - the most popular option among frequently used. Quality depends on the paint.
   

   The surface can be painted panels matte or glossy

6. Resistant to moisture - in the manufacture of dense quality raw materials are used, which is not afraid of temperature changes. This material is ideal for decorative finishes, you can use a different way to decorate the front of the.
   

   Waterproof panels are an excellent alternative to ceramic tiles

MDF panels with photo printing

Equipped kitchen apron - it's convenient, practical and beautiful. During cooking, food may splash or liquid fat, however, this area should be easily washed, neat and always maintain a neat appearance. Photocopying - it is original, your kitchen will be unique, because you can choose any image. As it is applied on the surface of MDF boards:

1. Patterned film glued to the surface of the panel - and inexpensive method ephemeral. A little moisture and temperature gradient - and it can come off.
2. The image is glued to the acrylic plastic and is covered with varnish - the quality is better, but the method is expensive.
3. The film is applied to MDF, is applied on top of several layers of varnish with gloss. "Hot Coating" is often used.

Kitchen facades from MDF can be matte, glossy or be embossed (bamboo, a stone or a tree). There is a disadvantage: hard surface is cleaned of grease and dirt.

other

Panels of this material are classified further into several categories:

• Large sheet panels.
  

  The sheet material used for seamless wall covering

• Elongated and narrow strips Pinion - rack.
  

  Rack panels shaped like the wooden battens and often mimic it

• Square or rectangular shape characterizes the type of tile.
  

  square-shaped panels interesting look on the ceiling

Choosing a design

Kitchen panels made of quality MDF differ a large assortment, different designs. Can be purchased for all tastes: ash, wooden chips, imitation stone, brick. Focus on the famous manufacturer: it will always help to choose the good stuff.

Before you opt for a particular embodiment, consider the type of coating, which produced plate:

• laminate;
• paper;
• veneering;
• surface, repelling water.

Interesting solutions in the design of the interior of a private house and apartment (photo collection)

Due to the large range, can you arrange any room, and a variety of textures help create a truly stylish composition. Effectively look texture "under the tree" or natural stone. Picking MDF sheets, consider the functionality of the space and zoning. If the kitchen is designed in a classical style, it is possible to focus on the brightness, add creative. It looks good combination of light and dark shades.

In the open plan kitchen with dining area, you can combine the skin - the lower part of the draw in a dark color on top to add or pastel. You can use a piece of wood in order to emphasize the contrast. Decorating with stripes visually expands the space. A good option - laminated panel under natural wood or stone. According to the structure of a tree close veneered boards - look impressive and beautiful.

MDF is of good quality compared to ceramic tiles - they are easy to care for and look much more spectacular and more. If you pick up a few shades of options can be interesting zoned space to allocate lunch area and cooking. Looks good with walls finished wall panels. It is worth to choose veneered or coated surface finish. Very original look kitchen of MDF panels with photo printing photos which can be viewed on the Internet for inspiration.

How to choose a good panel of MDF

The material is relatively inexpensive, but it is important to pay attention to quality. How do you know what kind of material is considered good:

1. It has to be certification of quality - you have every right to ask for presentation of the document at the time of selection. If it is, then, in the composition of the material no harmful components (resin and formaldehyde).
2. The party can not be many defective elements - it says about poor quality.
3. Coloring products should be the same, and Coating - uniform.

MDF have good characteristics of natural and safe. This is a good option for finishing the cooking surface, which is not only high quality, but also very attractive in appearance.

Video: installation of sheet MDF panels without battens

Photo: MDF panels in the interior of the kitchen