Can prelam boards be cut and machined like solid wood or plywood?

Yes, prelam boards can be cut and machined like solid wood or plywood. A prelam board, also known as a prelaminated particle board or prelaminated MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard), is a composite material made from wood fibers or particles that are bonded together with resins and then covered with a decorative melamine layer.

The main benefit of prelam boards which can be worked on without much difficulty is that they can be easily cut with regular carpentry tools like the circular saws, jig saws or table saws and also be machined using routers or CNC machines so as even form complex shapes among other detailing requirements. The fine quality of the melamine surface makes it ideal for creating precise cuts and edges.


Besides, not only can prelam boards be bored, nailed, adhered, or fixed via screws but also they can be nailed together to form larger surfaces or they can be used alongside wood, metal or plastics.

Prelam boards give themselves well to machining and are therefore perfect for a range of applications across various industries. They are widely, used by manufacturers dealing with furniture in making cupboards, shelves and lockers among other furniture types. The idea of working on already laminated boards that can be cut into required sizes has made it possible for furniture makers to satisfy their clients’ specific needs quickly.

Other than the use of furniture industry, prelam boards are widely used in interior design, construction and in commercial settings for example offices and shops particularly for wall paneling or creating false ceilings, modular kitchen components or decorative items among others. In addition to their strength and adaptability, prelam boards are a common choice in certain projects owing to how easy they are to work on.