How to Paint MDF: Quick Tip
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How to Paint MDF: Quick Tip
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I recently made this bench with MDF and when it came time to paint it, I had trouble getting a smooth finish at the ends of the MDF boards – all the paint was sinking into the MDF leaving holes and a rough finish. Here’s an easy fix I discovered which works like a charm.
Brush on Glue Mixture
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Dilute some wood glue with a little bit of water and apply it with a brush on the ends.
Sand
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After the glue is dry, sand it down and repeat step 1 and 2 a couple of times until the surface in smooth.
Paint
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Your paint will glide on easily and leave a perfectly smooth finish!