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Answer: Both melamine boards and plywood are commonly used materials in cabinetry, but they serve slightly different purposes depending on the design requirements. Melamine boards provide a smooth, uniform surface that is highly suitable for modern flat panel cabinet doors and interiors. They are also cost-effective, easy to maintain, and available in many finishes. Plywood, on the other hand, is constructed from multiple layers of natural wood veneer, giving it good structural strength and load-bearing capacity. In modern kitchen cabinetry, melamine boards are often preferred for cabinet carcass and doors due to their surface consistency and durability, while plywood may be used when additional structural strength is required. At OLO Design 36O, our designers will recommend the most suitable material combination based on the design, durability requirements, and project budget.