What's blockboard?

**Blockboard** is a type of engineered wood panel commonly used in furniture making, doors, and interior construction. It consists of a core made of softwood strips (usually pine or fir) placed edge-to-edge and sandwiched between two outer layers of hardwood veneer, plywood, or MDF.  

 **Key Features of Blockboard:**  
1. **Lightweight yet Sturdy** – The solid wood strip core provides strength while keeping the board lighter than solid wood.  
2. **Smooth Surface** – The outer veneer layers allow for a smooth finish, making it suitable for painting or laminating.  
3. **Less Prone to Warping** – Compared to plywood or solid wood, blockboard is more stable and resists bending.  
4. **Cost-Effective** – Cheaper than high-quality plywood but more durable than particleboard or MDF.  
5. **Easy to Work With** – Can be cut, drilled, and shaped easily with standard woodworking tools.  

 **Common Uses of Blockboard:**  
- **Doors** (especially flush doors)  
- **Furniture** (tables, shelves, cabinets)  
- **Partitions & Wall Paneling**  
- **Bench Tops & Worktables**  
- **Interior Decorative Applications**  

 **Disadvantages:**  
- Not as strong as plywood in all directions.  
- Can split if nails/screws are driven into edges.  
- Not ideal for high-moisture areas unless treated.