Before pricing made-to-measure furniture, you have to decide the type of board, and that choice determines both the material cost and the final finish possible.
Solid wood: the most expensive and durable option
Solid wood is the strongest material with the highest perceived value, but also the most expensive and the one that moves most with moisture if not well treated. It is normally reserved for visible furniture pieces, worktops or elements where the natural look of the grain is part of the design.
Chipboard: the cheapest option
Chipboard (wood particles pressed with resin) is the cheapest board, suitable for the interior structures of wardrobes or pieces that will be covered by doors or cladding. It is less resistant to moisture and weight than other options, and doesn't take repeated screwing at the same point well.
MDF and plywood: the more versatile middle ground
MDF (medium-density fibreboard) has a very smooth surface, ideal for lacquering or painting, and machines better than chipboard. Plywood (wood veneers glued in cross-laid layers) is more resistant to bending and moisture, usual for structural pieces or covered exterior ones.
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