FreeMDF Cut List Calculator
Plan your MDF cuts on standard 2440 × 1220 or 2800 × 2070 sheets. MDF has no grain, so parts can turn to fill every gap and keep waste to a minimum.
Sheet
Parts 9 pieces
| # | Name | Length | Width | Qty | Grain | Remove |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | ||||||
| A2 | ||||||
| A3 | ||||||
| A4 |
- Sheets
- 3
- Waste
- 28.9%
- Cuts
- 16 · 17.0 m
- Choose the MDF sheet size and thickness.
- Enter or paste your parts.
- See the layout, waste and the cut list to print.
Cutting MDF efficiently
Raw MDF has no grain, so every part may rotate: the optimizer uses that freedom to fill the sheet. Count about 3–4 mm per cut for the saw kerf and trim 5–10 mm from damaged factory edges.
Wear a dust mask: MDF dust is very fine. Seal the edges before painting, because they soak up paint.
Start from a furniture plan instead
All plans →Do not want to work out every part? Pick a design, type its size and get the cut list.
Frequently asked questions
What size are MDF sheets?
The most common sizes are 2440 × 1220 mm (8 × 4 ft) and 2800 × 2070 mm; thicknesses run from 3 to 30 mm, with 18 mm the most used for furniture.
How heavy is an 18 mm MDF sheet?
About 40 kg for 2440 × 1220 mm, at a density near 750 kg/m³.
Learn more
MDF vs Particle BoardMDF vs particle board compared: density, strength, screw holding, moisture, painting and price. Which one to choose for cabinets, wardrobes and shelves.What Is Kerf?Kerf is the width of material a saw blade removes. Learn typical kerf sizes for circular, table and panel saws, and how kerf changes your cut list and parts.