How to paint MDF fiberboards

by Joost Nusselder | Updated on:  June 19, 2022
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Mdf boards

have a dark brown color and therefore it is better to paint mdf sheets for a nice embellishment.

The plates are actually fiberboards.

How to paint MDF fiberboards

These fiber boards are created by gluing synthetic resins and finely ground wood fibres.

Mdf is used for many purposes.

These mdf boards are mainly used for cabinets and windowsills.

Nowadays, kitchens and bathroom furniture are also made of it.

Mdf sheets often have a dark brown color.

Mdf often has a dark brown color.

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This is also the reason that people want to paint these mdf plates.

Before painting the plates, you have to make sure that it is then ready for painting.

Painting MDF boards.

Dust is a major enemy of MDF

† Make sure that these are completely dust-free and also in the room where you are going to paint.

It is best to use tissues for this.

Please do not use water or ammonia, as these will absorb liquids into the MDF, causing it to expand.

Always choose a water-based primer.

This dries faster and in this way you ensure that the MDF does not get a chance to become sticky, the so-called ‘fish eyes’ (the materials of MDF have no chance to dissolve when dried quickly).

Also paint the other side of the plate.

If you don’t do this, you have a chance that it will bend

† When you have finished grounding, you wait at least 6 hours!

Then sand with grit 220 and make it dust-free again.

Now you apply a second base coat.

Roughen again and finish with a water-based paint the silk or high gloss.

You will have to ground the short sides more often because they are porous.

Another piece of advice I want to give you: use the same type of paint for both sides!

Do you want to know more?

Then ask a question via a comment.

BVD.

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I'm Joost Nusselder, the founder of Tools Doctor, content marketer, and dad. I love trying out new equipment, and together with my team I've been creating in-depth blog articles since 2016 to help loyal readers with tools & crafting tips.