Is the base made out of MDF with a black veneer? If not, what do you guess the black base is made from?
746585
The base doesn't feel like MDF. It feels like a thick coated plastic and it's weighted. The base is sturdy. Hope that helps: )
1190560
In the one we received, you could see the imitation wood grain, or striations as you put it, in the veneer over the MDF. We expected solid white, so returned it for this reason.
1087443
I think the shelves and solid panel sections are actually constructed of Masonite (or equivalent)--the difference from MDF being no glue or resins holding it together. I don't think it would last outdoors even with a good varnish. There are too many places where moisture could get into the board.
574906
The entire piece is real wood. The back panel seems to be laminate. None of the item is made of particle board/mdf.
1998751
I don't know. It's sort of a thin Formica-like veneer over some sort of pressed wood, I'd imagine. The boards that form the sides, top, bottom and shelves are fairly thick and heavy. Very heavy. The 'beadboard' piece that forms the back is very thin, comes folded -- it looks nice but is not what I'd call 'wood.'That said I am very happy with these pieces. I ended up buying 14 of them to do a total makeover in my basement craft room and office and it's been a year now; they are perfect for my needs and very roomy and sturdy. Whatever they may be made of.
384516
Absolutely no MDF. I actually make a living as a carpenter and i must say its good quality, especially for the price!
1869088
It is pressed wood. MDF, I believe. I received mine with large split in part of the frame, but, I wood glued and put a vice on it as I needed something right away. In spite of that, the price was right and I'm happy with it.
2217623
The unit itself is very well constructed of wood veneer over MDF. The doors are solid hardwood frames and panels and frames on glass doors. I don't know what wood is used but in the Cinnamon Mahogany finish it blends in very well with the much more expensive cherry and mahogany furniture in my living room.
832614
It is not real wood and definitely constructed from MDF. Here's the link to kidkraft's website where they state that it is in fact MDF: http://www.kidkraft.com/toys-and-playsets/kitchens/kitchens/53151
1000439
Can't tell for sure what the base is, but I'd bet it's MDF. With vinyl or some other artificial wood-look covering. I've had real wood toilet seats crack. Time will tell how this one holds up, but I like the looks.
2005927
No, it's more like a super strong cardboard. MDF is a medium density fiberboard, a man-made product. It's solid enough to act as a trunk but can't withstand much weight. You wouldn't want your kiddos climbing over it. The exterior finish is a very light veneer, almost like a reinforced cardboard so it scratches easily. Great if you don't have kiddos, otherwise I'd look for another option.
1169846
There is MDF under the drawers and the carvings are resin. The base is all wood Thanks Iris
2005930
Medium Density Fiber Board is what MDF stands for. It is similar to the pressboard you might find in cabinets. It looks like real wood when you look at it but like I said in my review, its fine as long as you don't try to move it by the handles when it has something in it to make it heavier and is on carpet. The nails will begin to pull out. It is a very nice trunk for the price and I love how it looks in the family room area in my basement.
1592872
MFD with veneers. I saw the other two responses (cheer/mahogany and some kind of hardwood) and bought the table. All but the legs is MFD. Very disappointed!
308068
It is not real wood. I imagine if you research how to refinish MDF you could repaint it.
1356382
it is REAL wood,, not MDF,, the wooden legs are super durable, get it, u wont be disappointed, promise
899906
They are made of MDF, but are very sturdy. For the price, you won't find better.