Melamine furniture is constructed from a manufactured-wood substrate, like MDF (medium density fiberboard), chipboard / particleboard or plywood, that has been covered in melamine laminate. The melamine resin gives these otherwise lower-quality materials a very durable and attractive finish! This is what makes melamine furniture, like cabinets, office desks, and display counters, so popular! While 100% real wood furniture pieces have their benefits, in many cases using melamine laminated furniture is the most cost effective, lightweight, and convenient choice.
Advantage
Durable – scratch & shatter resistant, water resistant
Inexpensive – covers inexpensive substrates on Particleboard, MDF or plywood
Choice – can be produced in a wide variety of colours & finishes