Hardboard FAQs

Is hardboard smooth?

Andy Brandon2021-10-01T09:53:33+00:00Hardboard is a tough, smooth and light panel made of compressed wood fibres using pressure and heat.

What is hardboard used for?

Andy Brandon2021-10-01T09:53:42+00:00Hardboard is very strong and dense and often used for furniture, cabinets and countertops. Hardboard can be used for many other things as well.

Is hardboard easy to cut?

Andy Brandon2021-10-01T09:53:50+00:00Yes, hardboard is very easy to cut. Due to its smooth surface, it can be painted really easily. Choose a blade with numerous evenly spaced teeth this type of blade will decrease the chances of the hardboard splintering.

Is 3mm hardboard flexible?

Andy Brandon2021-10-01T09:54:02+00:00Most wood boards have some give or bend to them. If you’re looking for something flexible then take a look at flexible plywood or flexible MDF.

Can hardboard be used outside?

Andy Brandon2021-10-01T09:54:12+00:00Hardboard absorbs water so it’s not the best choice to use it outside due to water retention. Tempered hardboard is the better choice for outside usage.

Do you have to wet hardboard before laying?

Andy Brandon2021-10-01T09:54:20+00:00Hardboard needs to be conditioned by scrubbing water into the rough side of the hardboard sheet. The sheet should then be laid flat on top of one another and wait 24 hours before use.