Piano finished MDF?

[chan]

Hello,

I am planning to build a couple cabinet myself. Does any shops in Melbourne offer piano finished MDF?

[Harry72]

Yes it can be done, but for everyday cabinets its going to be an expensive exersize. You cant buy it already done.
You'd be better off sending the cabinets to a autobody finisher for some coats of 2pac black(same as they use on 2pac kitchens)then buff it for a mirror shine.

[chan]

Thanks for your reply. Any idea on the price?

[mailee]

I have just finished building a computer desk for the missus and have sprayed the top in water based white. After polishing it up it looks like glass. I assume this is the finish you are after. I first used a white MDF primer (Johnsons) applied with a foam roller and then sanded this down with 400 dry paper. I then applied two full coats of white water based gloss (Wickes a local DIY chain) with a HVLP gun After leaving it to harden for two days wet flatted it with 800 wet dry and then polish with machine and a good rubbing compound and lambswool bonnet. Would post some pics but Missus is away with the camera for the weekend and project just finished to surprise her. :wink:

[Harry72]

Sorry wouldnt have the foggiest idea how much, try ringing a few cabinet makers who do kitchens.
MDF is a good substrate for painting as its very flat and smooth... but the cut edges can be a pain as they are super absorbent and will need sealing before any top coats are applied.
Can you spray paint?

[chan]

I can spray paint in my garage but I am not good at it. I am not comfortable with sanding as high gloss finish is so unforgivetible to inperfect surface.

Is white high gloss iron on laminate available on the market?