Techniques for Painting MDF to Get an Antique Finish

Many woodworkers have a love/hate relationship with MDF. The good news is that it’s very inexpensive, and machines well. The bad news is that MDF isn’t much to look at. This leaves a lot of woodworkers wondering about techniques for painting MDF.

Antiquing

The real gee whiz part of the technique we’re teaching in this video is that it can give your MDF projects an antique look. This is done by using a combination of paint types, and wiping through the top coat to expose the lower layer. When it comes together the way it should, it’s an amazing effect. When you use this technique to paint MDF not only will it look antiqued, but it will also look like it was made from metal, not wood.

Sheet goods

Although this video concentrates on MDF, it’s important to know that there are many types of sheet stock available to you. Choose the right sheet stock for your project is an important first step in ensuring that your woodworking project is well crafted.

Mastering finishing

Finishing can be intimidating, leaving lots of woodworkers concerned about messing up the project they’ve worked so hard to create. WoodWorkers Guild of America wants to help you get your finishing just right. One of the most important choices you can make is in choosing a brush for your top coat. Be sure to check out the info we have on that topic.