PolyBoard software

Fast and error free parametric design. Just type in the sizes and PolyBoard draws and updates your project automatically.

With instant access to cut lists, drawings of every part and CNC files. Plus full hardware management.

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Simple intuitive design

Easy to learn design process that is much faster than a traditional CAD package. Size your carcass and drop in your components (drawers, doors, shelves and so on). Resize and the entire model is updated for you.

No need for a specialist technician to work up your projects, perfect for small to medium workshops.

Complex calculations on auto

Sloping walls and ceilings, irregular angles, boxing around pipework are all quick to accommodate. From simple box cabinets to L shaped and corner cabinets to free form designs.

PolyBoard's powerful parametric motor immediately generates 100% accurate output complete with all cut angles every time.

User friendly project management

Drag and drop individual cabinets into a project like a room layout, assess aesthetics, ease of manufacture and resize to fit.

Add single piece or composite worktops, splash backs, plinths and more, all included in the cut list, plans and CNC files.

Single click application of hardware and assembly details

Automatically apply the machining for your hinges, drawer sliders, panel fittings etc based on your own placement rules, plus the exact set up for your drawers, doors and lots more.

Resize your project or change components, all hardware is dynamically moved, added or removed as required!

Huge range of pre-configured hardware and models to choose from or create your own

  • Blum, Hettich, Häfele, Grass
  • Lamello, Klein, Salice, Emuca, Intelligent Fixings
  • Titus, Kesseböhmer, Samet, Lockdowel
  • Hawa (Eku), Camar, Vauth-Sagel, OVVO

Also set your preferences for

  • Materials - sheet and profile, wood, metal, glass etc.
  • Carcass construction, overlaps, recesses, shelf positioning
  • Doors and drawers - pre fabricated or traditional
  • Panel assembly details and edging
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3D models and flexible order management

One click 3D renders for client presentations, textured, wireframe or semi-transparent . Zoom in, rotate, even open the drawers and doors if you like.

Fast design process allows you to edit on the fly with potential customers.

Cost, material and hardware reports for precise quotations.

Build your own model catalogue for internal use or open it up to customers as an ordering portal (sample models available in our Quick Design libraries).

The perfect design application for residential, commercial and retail sectors.

Production power

Instant access to 100% accurate manufacturing output

  • Cut lists in PDF and CSV
  • 2D plans of every part in PDF
  • 3D shop drawings in PDF, DXF and 3DS
  • Labels, fully configurable with barcode options
  • Seamless integration with our OptiCut and OptiNest optimisation solutions
  • Output to your ERP package
  • Combined output from multiple projects in bulk manufacture mode

Plus integration with all CNCs

  • Files of every part in industry standard format (2D DXF) accepted by all CNC software
  • Native file formats for leading brands of CNC machines
  • Full hardware machining details with ability to automate tool path application
  • Extensive range of machining customisations
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Error free design to manufacturing

Created for small and medium workshops specialising in custom projects.

All versions of PolyBoard interface seamlessly with OptiCut, our cutting optimization software

Convert PolyBoard's cut list into a sequential cutting maps to minimise material waste. Full grain matching available. Compatible with manual and CNC saws.

Or combine PolyBoard Pro PP with OptiNest and your nesting CNC

Nest all the parts of your project and send to your CNC with full machining details, labels and grain management.

More great design and
manufacturing features

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Flexible tooling operations

Add toolings to your panels, Simple curves to complex shapes. Perfect for curved worktops or shelves, handle cut outs, inlays and pockets.

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Frame and panel assembly

Apply any combination of stiles and rails to your doors and drawers, including shaker style façades. All included in your cut list and plans.

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DXF import of shapes and plans

Import DXF files, useful for drawing complex parts, models and room layouts. Add any type of polyline (open or closed) to PolyBoard's libraries.

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Multiple door options

Choose your door type (single, double or sliding), slack, built-in or outside the carcass. Define your façade structure and material mix: wood, glass, aluminium etc.

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Pre manufactured & traditional drawers

Huge choice of machining for drawers, for example TANDEMBOX from Blum or Vionaro from Grass. Complete control of slack, positioning of façades, materials, interior partitioning and lots more.

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Complex panel structures

Split your panels to create original designs or apply multiple thicknesses to accommodate veneers, save your design and use on other projects.

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3D hardware and accessories

As well as including all machining details for your hardware, add handles, hooks and knobs to your 3D models, plus just about any specialist fitting, coat hangers, TVs, ovens, sinks and lots more.

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Many more design elements

Everything from plinths, fillers and top rails to sloping divisions and wall cleats/batons. Add to your project as you design or create a model library and simply resize to fit your next project.

Automate production and eliminate errors

PolyBoard not only shows the model in 3D but calculates all the assembly details, parts lists, machine code and price of the project, in real time as you create your design.

Trusted by 1000s of business worldwide

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Mark Nichols

The Cabinet Shop

"I would usually allow half a day for pricing and design, two days for manufacture and a day for fitting and re-cutting missing bits and mistakes. That’s 3½ days. This job took 1½ days from start to finish."

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Edward Wynn-Jones

Acastrian Bespoke Fitted Furniture

"PolyBoard is fantastic. It has paid for itself many times over and does everything exactly as I want it to."

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Adrian Green

Professional designer

"I used to employ a CAD technician to draw up my designs. I can now design a kitchen and get it sent for cutting and assembly in 3 hours, less when I get to know the software better."

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PolyBoard comes in 2 versions

PolyBoard Pro PP

Lifetime licence

For workshops with CNC facilities, produce all the files to drive your machines

  • 3D renders
  • All design features
  • Instant access to all output options including CNC files
  • Post processors for Homag, Biesse, SCM/Morbidelli, Felder/Vitap/Brema/Busellato, Format4 and NC-HOPS
  • Industry standard DXF post processor compatible with all CNC software

PolyBoard Pro

Lifetime licence

Ideal for professional cabinet makers who don’t use CNC, comes with the complete set of design features

  • 3D renders
  • All design features
  • Instant access to all output options excluding CNC files