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Thread: Finishing MDF
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28th June 2004, 10:02 PM #1
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Finishing MDF
I have been making a few (64) pieces of wooden train track, a-la Thomas the Tank Engine type for my son, in varying sizes and shapes.
The pieces have been made from 12mm MDF.
I am wondering how best to finish these, ie wax and polish or lacquer, or is there a better alternative ?
I would like to achieve a 'sealed' finish, smooth to the touch.
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28th June 2004, 10:14 PM #2
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Soren, I would probably go the Poly-U route myself.. or even start off with a coat of sanding sealer then the Poly-U.
That is only if you wanted a clear finish. If you wanted a painted finish, sealer, undercoat and a good oil based paint can not fail.
KevI try and do new things twice.. the first time to see if I can do it.. the second time to see if I like it
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28th June 2004, 11:10 PM #3
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Coat the cut edges in diluted PVA glue, seals the edges much cleaner than sanding sealer
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