Our music boxes are made of the highest quality MDF, an engineered wood product. Ours starts with New Zealand timber, is mixed with wax and resin, and reformed into strong, durable construction material.MDF allows for precise compositions and is durable and pleasing to the touch. It's much finer than plywood, and far more durable than fiberboard. For our boxes, the MDF is laminated with high-quality printed paper, which features our beautiful designs.Our heart shaped music boxes are made from sturdy cardboard that is laminated with paper.