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Skirting Board CalculatorFor calculating the total number of MDF skirting board lengths you require for your projectTotal LengthRoom by RoomTotal Length:mmcmmftinSkirting Board Dimensions (to enable pricing)▼Choose attributes to view pricingSkirting Height:70mm95mm120mm145mm170mm195mm220mm250mm270mm300mm350mm400mmSkirting Thickness:15mm18mm25mmFinish:UnprimedPrimedUndercoatedMatt GreyRebate:No RebateRebatedCalculate+ Add RoomCustomise Skirting… Read more

MDF safety has become a concern for many UK homeowners. New regulations are tightening standards whilst manufacturing improvements offer safer alternatives. We'll examine the current evidence and what it means for typical home use. Note: We manufacture MDF skirting boards at Skirting World. This guide presents current evidence on MDF safety, including genuine health concerns and regulatory requirements. We try to present a fair and objective vi… Read more

You walk through them everyday, paying little to no attention to them. But these decorative mouldings are in every room of your house, quietly doing their job of completing door/window finishes and carrying 2,500 years worth of history behind them. Quick answer: Architraves are the decorative wooden mouldings that go around your doors (and sometimes windows). They cover up gaps between the frame and wall, protect the edges from knocks, and make… Read more

Choosing between wood and MDF for your skirting boards affects everything from your budget to long-term maintenance. Both materials work well in UK homes, but they suit different situations and come with distinct trade-offs worth understanding before you buy. Note: We supply both materials covered in this guide. Our comparison focuses on real-world performance to help you choose what works best for your specific needs. MDF Skirting Uniform… Read more