Question 1

Where can I buy SDB or MDF panels in Oman?

Accepted Answer

Golden Wood City (GWC) is Oman's authorized distributor for SDB and MDF panels. We stock and deliver to Muscat, Salalah, Sohar, Duqm, Nizwa, Sur, Ibri, Barka, Rustaq and all Oman governorates. Contact us at sales@gwoodc.com or +968-7740-0990 for same-day stock confirmation.

Question 2

What is an SDB panel and how is it different from MDF?

Accepted Answer

SDB (Steel Density Board) is a premium high-performance composite wood panel manufactured by Steel Wood Industries FZCO. It uses post-consumer recycled wood fibre bonded with advanced resins, offering superior moisture resistance, fire performance options, and dimensional stability compared to standard MDF. SDB panels are EN 13986 certified and available in E1 and NAUF emission classes.

Question 3

Does GWC supply fire-rated panels in Oman?

Accepted Answer

Yes. GWC is Oman's authorized distributor for fire-rated SDB panels. The Ox-FR and Ox-Nar ranges are tested to BS 476 and are suitable for fire door cores (44mm, 56mm, 62mm), fire-rated partitions, and ceiling systems. Full test certificates are available.

Question 4

Are GWC panels suitable for LEED, Estidama or Al Sa'afat green building certification?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SDB panels distributed by GWC contribute to LEED v4, Estidama Pearl, Al Sa'afat, BREEAM, GSAS and Roznah certifications. The panels carry FSC chain-of-custody certification, E1 or NAUF formaldehyde emission class, and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). SDB can contribute up to 11 LEED v4 credits — the maximum achievable from a single panel specification.

Question 5

What thicknesses and panel sizes does GWC supply?

Accepted Answer

GWC supplies SDB panels in standard 1220x2440mm sheets, available in thicknesses from 9mm up to 62mm — including 9, 12, 18, 25, 33, 38, 44, 56 and 62mm. Custom CNC cutting, edge profiling and lamination services are available through specialist partners.

Question 6

Does Golden Wood City supply panels to UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar?

Accepted Answer

Yes. While GWC is headquartered in Muscat, Oman, we service the wider GCC including UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan and Egypt. Contact our sales team to discuss lead times and logistics for cross-border supply.

Question 7

What is the Ox-Panel series and who manufactures it?

Accepted Answer

The Ox-Panel series is designed by Oxford Tech LLC and manufactured by Steel Wood Industries FZCO at their facility in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, UAE. GWC is the exclusive authorized distributor for Oman. The range includes Ox-LD, Ox-MD, Ox-HD, Ox-FR (fire-rated), Ox-Nar (fire door core) and Ox-Sawt (acoustic panels).

Question 8

Are SDB panels from GWC made from recycled materials?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SDB panels use post-consumer recycled wood fibre — wood recovered from used furniture, construction offcuts and demolition timber. Over 60% of the panel mass is post-consumer recycled content, diverting material from landfill and reducing the demand for virgin timber. Panels are FSC certified and E1/NAUF rated for safe indoor use.

Question 9

How do I get a price quote for panels in Oman?

Accepted Answer

Contact GWC at sales@gwoodc.com or call +968-7740-0990. Alternatively, use the Request a Quote form on our website at gwoodc.com. Please specify panel type, thickness, quantity (m² or sheets), and delivery location for the fastest response.

Question 10

كيف يمكنني شراء ألواح خشبية في عمان؟

Accepted Answer

مدينة الاخشاب الذهبيه (GWC) هي الموزع المعتمد لألواح SDB وMDF في سلطنة عمان. نوفر ألواح خشبية عالية الجودة في مسقط وصلالة وصحار ودقم ونزوى وجميع محافظات عمان. للاستفسار: sales@gwoodc.com أو +968-7740-0990.