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Tag: MDF

Posted on 28 August 201819 December 2019

What are the best screws for MDF?

Best Screws for MDF

Today we’re looking at screws for using in the face grain of MDF. These are commonly used for things like euro hinges, brackets, drawer runners and all sorts of other things. So, what are the best screws for MDF? Let’s find out – welcome back to Test Tuesday! Continue reading “What are the best screws for MDF?”

Posted on 14 August 20181 July 2019

How Strong are Biscuit Joints? Test Tuesday!

How Strong are Biscuit Joints

Have you ever wondered what difference it makes using biscuits in a woodworking joint? Do they actually make the joint any stronger? How strong are biscuit joints? Today I’m having a look at edge-grain to face-grain biscuit joints in MDF to see how strong joints are with and without biscuits. Continue reading “How Strong are Biscuit Joints? Test Tuesday!”

Posted on 11 August 20183 July 2019

Making Exhibition Display Stands from MDF

Exhibition Display Stands

In this project I’m making exhibition display stands for a Lego exhibition. This is a Lego display by Brick This as part of the Great Exhibition of the North. The project entailed making an 8m long display unit with an array of pedestals to display the models on. Continue reading “Making Exhibition Display Stands from MDF”

Posted on 28 July 201817 July 2019

Making Some Random Design Bookshelves

Random Design Bookshelves

In this project I’m making some random design bookshelves for a customer. These built-in alcove units are of a modern contemporary style with low profile push to open lower units and asymmetric random upper shelving. Continue reading “Making Some Random Design Bookshelves”

Posted on 14 July 20183 July 2019

How do you Paint the Edges of MDF?

How To Paint MDF Edges

Getting a good finish on the edges of MDF can be tricky. In this article I’m showing you how to paint MDF edges in under 2 minutes – really simple! I’ve made lots of videos about how to paint MDF so I’m keeping this one as brief as possible! Continue reading “How do you Paint the Edges of MDF?”

Posted on 7 July 201817 July 2019

Making an Art Deco Fire Surround

Art Deco Fire Surround

In this project I’m making an art deco fire surround (fireplace) for one of my customers. This is made from MDF and finished with a beautiful Dulux Satinwood paint to match their existing decor. This was a fun project and I’ll show you what was involved. Continue reading “Making an Art Deco Fire Surround”

Posted on 18 November 20173 July 2019

How to Paint MDF

How to paint MDF - DIY tips!
Watch this video on YouTube.

Posted on 2 November 20173 July 2019

Making a White Gloss MDF Bookcase

How I Make a White Gloss MDF Bookcase / Bookshelves
Watch this video on YouTube.

Posted on 5 July 20173 July 2019

Making White Gloss Floating Shelves

White Gloss Floating Shelves

In this job I’m making some bespoke white gloss floating shelves for a customer. They needed the shelves to be completely free-floating, very strong and a size that couldn’t be found ready-made. Continue reading “Making White Gloss Floating Shelves”

Posted on 23 June 201717 July 2019

Making MDF Cube Storage Bookcase & Desk

MDF Cube Storage

Today I’m taking you with me on a customer job to make some MDF cube storage bookcase shelves. As part of this job I’m also making a floating desk that goes all the way around the room. You can watch the timelapse build and I’m explain it all in a bit more detail on here. Continue reading “Making MDF Cube Storage Bookcase & Desk”

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