OSB, MDF & Chipboard for Rickmansworth, delivered to site

Choosing from our OSB, MDF and chipboard range

• OSB3Load-bearing board for humid conditions: floors, roofs, sheathing and site hoardings.
• HardboardThin sheets for protection and backing.
• P5 chipboard flooringMoisture-resistant tongue-and-groove floor decking.
• Moisture-resistant MDFFor bathrooms, kitchens and window boards.

Getting the right OSB, MDF and chipboard

Cutting MDF safely

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

Which flooring?

P5 chipboard flooring is the standard moisture-resistant floor deck. 18 mm is common at 400 mm joist centres and 22 mm at 600 mm centres, but follow the maker's span table.

Planning the drop in Rickmansworth

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

• Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
• Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.
• In summer Rickmansworth gets around 16h 40m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.

Estimating your OSB, MDF and chipboard

Decking 15 m² with 2440 × 1220 mm sheets takes 6 sheets including 10% for cutting. In P5 chipboard flooring (2400 × 600 mm) the same floor takes 12 boards.

OSB, MDF & Chipboard questions

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.

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.

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

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.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Rickmansworth?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.