Short answerLaminated chipboard is rational for serial workspaces, MDF gives more options for shape and finish, veneer creates a natural texture, metal works in frames. The edges, fittings, coating, emissions and availability of repairs are important.

[Decision guide]

What this article will help you decide

Who it is for

project manager, office manager, purchasing and designer

Decision to make

turn an office task into a verifiable layout and comparable specification

Check before you choose

do not choose furniture only by the image or price: check the dimensions, function, availability, installation, warranty and the possibility of re-ordering

What is the difference between chipboard, MDF and veneer?

Laminated chipboard is a slab material with a decorative coating. MDF allows milling and painting. Veneer is a natural layer of wood on a stable base, so the pattern of parts varies.

How to choose the material for the zone?

Durability and maintainability are important for workstations, tactility and resistance to marks are important for meeting rooms, frequent contact is important for reception desks, and commercial fabric and service are important for upholstered furniture.

What to check in the sample?

Inspect edges, joints, backs and fasteners, and open doors and drawers. If a standard is claimed, request a document for a specific series.

  • decor code;
  • edge type;
  • accessories;
  • rules of care;
  • guarantee and certificates.

How to secure materials?

In the specification, indicate the manufacturer and decor code, metal finish and fabric number. You can compare materials at PoMo showroom.

Don't rely on the screenFor large surfaces, match the physical sample in close to office lighting.

Sources and useful materials

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: chipboard or MDF?

The choice depends on the design, finish, load and budget.

How does veneer differ from solid wood?

Veneer is a thin natural layer on a base; the massif consists of wood in thickness.

How to evaluate fabric?

Inquire about performance, care and suitability for commercial use.

Why does the sample look different?

Lighting, the scale of the surface and the characteristics of the batch all influence.

A low-commitment first step

Get preliminary specification

Send the floor plan, number of employees, city, launch date, budget guideline and zone requirements. During working hours, the team will clarify the missing data and prepare a preliminary specification and a clear next step for the project.

  1. 01

    You share the project details floor plan, number of employees, city, launch date, budget guideline and zone requirements.

  2. 02

    We review the brief We clarify the restrictions, availability and scope of work.

  3. 03

    You receive a clear next step preliminary specifications and a clear next step for the project.

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