So the idea is simple: use thin sheets when you just need a surface, use thicker ones when the board needs to hold weight. No need to overspend or overbuild.
PVC Foam Board Thickness Guide — Goldensign
1–4 mm — Ultra-Light / Decoration & Craft
Very thin, very light.
Common in: overlays for exhibitions, craft projects, vinyl backing sheets.
Strength isn’t the point here; flexibility and ease of cutting are.
5–6 mm — Light-Duty Projects
Good for temporary displays, simple wall coverings, lightweight panels.
Easy to cut and process. Often used for short-term signage and booth setups.
8 mm — Medium-Duty / Furniture & Light Cabinets
Works well for bathroom cabinets, back panels, and standard ad boards.
Cabinet notes:
Back panels: 8 mm is enough in most cases.
Light shelves: fine for small loads.
Also used in smaller partitions or home wall panels.
10–12 mm — Structural / Standard Cabinets & Furniture
A solid choice for cabinet body panels, shelves, and wall cladding.
Cabinet notes:
Side panels: strong enough for most kitchen and bathroom setups.
Shelves: good load performance without sagging.
Countertops (light-duty): 12 mm can work when it's not supporting heavy weight.
15–18 mm — Heavy-Duty / Popular Cabinet Range
Common thickness for kitchen and bathroom cabinets, larger shelving, and bigger furniture pieces.
Great strength for long spans.
18 mm is the go-to for most kitchen and bathroom builders.
20–30 mm — Industrial & Large Structure
High load capacity, stable even under long-term pressure.
Used for industrial partitions, storage racks, large furniture parts, heavy worktops.
35–40 mm — Specialized Industrial Applications
Used when extreme stability is needed.
Industrial structures, big custom furniture, architectural uses.
Quick Summary
1–6 mm → decoration, craft, short-term displays
8 mm → back panels, light shelves, small cabinets
10–12 mm → cabinet sides, standard shelves, structural parts
15–18 mm → kitchens, bathrooms, heavy shelves, large furniture
20–30 mm → industrial racks, big furniture components
35–40 mm → specialized heavy-duty projects
Is PVC Foam Board Waterproof?
Yes — fully waterproof and moisture-proof.
Suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor setups.
Is PVC Foam Board Fire-Retardant?
Yes.
It’s self-extinguishing and does not support continuous burning, which makes it safer for furniture and commercial use.
Is PVC Foam Board Easy to Process?
Very.
Cutting, drilling, routing, screwing, laminating, printing, CNC — most woodworking tools work fine.
Need for bending: thin boards bend; thick ones stay firm
Load: most furniture needs 10–20 mm
Budget: choose what the project actually requires
Why Goldensign
With 20+ years in manufacturing and exporting:
Full product range
High-density cabinet-grade boards
ISO / CE / ROHS / SGS quality certifications
Customized colors, sizes, thickness
Stable global supply, factory pricing
Customers across 120+ countries
Conclusion
Whether you’re making cabinets, furniture, displays, or industrial parts, Goldensign provides PVC board solutions that fit real project needs — not just catalog descriptions.
