This isn't strictly DIY as someone else is doing it but: We are looking at getting a full wall library-esque shelving system made similar to the image below. The chap who is coming to take a look has recommended MDF (around 20mm).
Personally I hate the shit and I am worried about flex , but he reckons that unless we get spendy on a hardwood, MDF is our best bet as cheaper wood such as pine are poor quality these days and we'll be painting it anyway.
MDF is shit to work with, but once finished it's often more stable than wood. Bending is more a product of the distance between the uprights, below 600 mm c-c and 20 mm MDF should be just fine.
Hi Forumengers.
This isn't strictly DIY as someone else is doing it but: We are looking at getting a full wall library-esque shelving system made similar to the image below. The chap who is coming to take a look has recommended MDF (around 20mm).
Personally I hate the shit and I am worried about flex , but he reckons that unless we get spendy on a hardwood, MDF is our best bet as cheaper wood such as pine are poor quality these days and we'll be painting it anyway.
What doth you think to this? Sound legit.