Are MDF skirting boards OK?

Alternatives like hard and softwoods offer a more premium option, but MDF continues to be the most popular material for skirting and architrave on the market. In addition to being more affordable, you can still achieve a high-quality finish to be proud of when opting for MDF skirting and architrave for your home.

Do MDF skirting boards need undercoat?

White MDF do not require undercoat, as they have been sprayed undercoat from factory. You can apply gloss direct. To get very good finish, please apply gloss twice. Please wait 24 hours before second coat.

What lengths does MDF skirting come in?

Available Sizes Our skirting is available in 15mm, 18mm or 25mm thickness, lengths of either 3050mm or 4200mm (depending on chosen thickness) and heights of between 69mm or 296mm, depending on length.

What type of skirting board is best?

Top 10 Skirting Boards Profiles

  • Ogee Skirting Profile. Ogee skirting boards are, to say the least, the most widely used all across the UK.
  • Bullnose Skirting Profile.
  • Lambs Tongue Profile.
  • Square Edge Profile.
  • Torus Skirting Profile.
  • Ovolo Profile.
  • Square And Grooved Skirting Boards Profiles.
  • Art Deco Profiles.

What is the most popular skirting board?

What is the best material for skirting board?

Natural is always the best option, and if you are looking for REAL timber, FJ Pine is the most sustainable and economical option. If you’re looking for a traditional feel with stained or raw timber skirting, then hardwood is the top choice.

What kind of paint do you use on MDF skirting?

If you’ve purchased MDF skirting boards from us, wood paint will be perfect as our MDF is manufactured using 100% softwood fibres! However, if you’re planning to use a wood stain finish avoid MDF and opt for Pine skirting.

What paint can I use on MDF?

The best paint for MDF board is Oil-based paint. Oil-based paints are common and will work with any solvent-based primer on your MDF. Remember that you need to use paint thinner with oil-based paints. The paint thinner is also used to clean brushes and trays.

What is the best height for skirting boards?

What is this? As a very general rule, you should opt for skirting boards that are roughly 1/18 of the height of your room or choose skirting boards that are as tall as roughly double the width of your door architraves.