OSB, MDF & Chipboard delivery in Exeter

Which OSB, MDF and chipboard can you order in Exeter?

• Moisture-resistant MDFFor bathrooms, kitchens and window boards.
• HardboardThin sheets for protection and backing.
• Standard MDFSmooth, stable sheets for internal joinery and shelving.
• P5 chipboard flooringMoisture-resistant tongue-and-groove floor decking.
• OSB3 tongue and grooveFlooring-grade OSB that locks together over joists.

Quantities: a worked example

Decking 8 m² with 2440 × 1220 mm sheets takes 3 sheets including 10% for cutting. In P5 chipboard flooring (2400 × 600 mm) the same floor takes 7 boards.

OSB, MDF & Chipboard: choosing well

Cutting MDF safely

MDF dust is fine; cut with extraction and wear suitable respiratory protection.

OSB or plywood?

OSB3 is usually cheaper and fine for most structural decking in humid conditions. Plywood is stiffer, takes fixings near edges better and performs better where it may get wet.

Before your Exeter delivery arrives

Sheets come in packs on the lorry bed, crane-lifted or hand-offloaded. Exeter is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• On busy streets in Exeter, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.

Common questions from Exeter

What is OSB3?

OSB3 is oriented strand board graded for load-bearing use in humid conditions under BS EN 300. It is the common grade for floors, roofs and sheathing.

How soon can OSB, MDF and chipboard be delivered in Exeter?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

What chipboard flooring should I use?

P5 moisture-resistant tongue-and-groove chipboard. 18 mm is common on joists at 400 mm centres and 22 mm at 600 mm centres.

Do you deliver OSB, MDF and chipboard to trades and homeowners in Exeter?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.