an endboard for supporting a roll of material is provided . the endboard consists of a substantially rigid member that is sized and shaped to receive and support the roll of material . the endboard is molded from a mixture of plastic and sawdust . the combination of plastic and sawdust provides improved loading bearing strength and allows for support of heavy rolls of material without requiring the roll to support itself on its face . the endboard design thus prevents damage to the rolled material stored in horizontal fashion . in a preferred embodiment , the endboard has a series of elongated substantially parallel recessed portions that are vertically aligned and at least partially define vertical ribbed portions . the recessed portions and ribbed portions thus reduce the amount of material needed for construction of the endboards , while maintaining the structural integrity thereof .