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On 10 Aug 2004 05:46:37 -0700, (Rich Dell)
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(WoodChuck34) wrote in message . com...
"Yves" wrote in message ...
Hi,

I need some advice for paintinf mdf doors (Spray).

I used to spray lacquer with sealer over wood.

But If I want some other color on MDF, what product is best.

I don't know what type of product gives the best finish, or on what type of
paint can I put laquer on , or should I use lacquer at all.

Thanks.

I just finished painting 8 raised panel doors (2 panels/door). FWW
just did an article on painting MDF an issue or 2 ago. They
recommended smearing drywall compound on all cut edges and sanding
smooth. After that, apply a shellac or oil based primer. Final coat
can be anything you want, including latex. I must say, I wasn't
excited about the extra step (drywall compound), but it certainly made
a big difference.

Chuck

What do you guys think about using popular for rails and stiles, and
MDF for panels? I like the drywall compound idea for the simpler panel
edges, but not the more intricate rail and stile details.

Thanks, Rich

in the FWW article (I was just looking at that the other day...) they
suggested using the same router bit (handheld) that cut the detail as
a cleanup tool for the drywall mud. you definitely do want to seal the
cut edges of the MDF with something. shellac would probably do fine
for that, though it won't have the same filler abilities.

poplar frames and MDF panels should be fine.