@@SkirtingWorld Not sure, but I think MDF was actually cheap here in Canada 3 years ago. I think they just jack up prices whenever they realize its been selling. Just the name of the game.
If you are painting it then in theory there is no difference so just go with whatever is cheapest / easiest. If you have a period home then you should use pine as putting MDF in a period property should be a prime punishable by death.
We don't recommend to use MDF in wet areas, but our MDF is moisture resistant so can cope with small amounts of water. But it is definitely not waterproof!
Just went to home depot and MDF is actually more expensive so I bought 1×4 knotty pine and just painted it.
Hi! We can't speak for the US market unfortunately as we are based within the UK.
@@SkirtingWorld Not sure, but I think MDF was actually cheap here in Canada 3 years ago. I think they just jack up prices whenever they realize its been selling. Just the name of the game.
@@workingtools2999 It's definitely still the cheaper option here in the UK! Stay safe!
using this for a school report about pine vs MDF, im so confused.. and this helped
If you are painting it then in theory there is no difference so just go with whatever is cheapest / easiest. If you have a period home then you should use pine as putting MDF in a period property should be a prime punishable by death.
Does MDF shrink or dry out like wood skirting and architraves?
Hi,
No, MDF should not change shape whatsoever!
And how do you stick on the MDF material? Screw or Adhesive?
Using both is a good option!
18 gauge brad nail imo
Particle board with a new name . In my opinion , Junk. Do not use MDF in wet area .
We don't recommend to use MDF in wet areas, but our MDF is moisture resistant so can cope with small amounts of water. But it is definitely not waterproof!
Casey Trail
stick with oak skirting