Can mdf be used on the exterior? - Fine Homebuilding
Jan 12, 2009 · Exterior MDF comes in lumber sizes, 3/4" and 1" net, up to 12". Lengths are 16'. It generally has a wood grain, but you can turn it backwards for a smooth face. MDO is a plywood and must be ripped to dimension, and can only be 8' long max (I think). Clear Lam is an LVL product with an MDO face and comes in lumber sizes and lengths. Smooth face ...
MDF on the outside - Fine Homebuilding
Jun 21, 2003 · Exterior Rated MDF is called MEDEX. It usually runs about $50-75 per sheet. Trim material similar to MEDEX is available from various manufacturers in 1x and 5/4 thicknesses, usually pre-primed. One that comes to mind is GP's Primetrim. Ok product, but very hard to nail.
marine ply versus exterior mdf - Fine Homebuilding
Jun 21, 2007 · Medex is the designation for a supposedly watrer resistant MDF ( Medium Density Fibreboard) MDO is a fir plywood with an A surface coated with hard paper in resin. It is used extensively for those green signs along the interstae and is often called Signboard.
Glue for exterior MDF - Fine Homebuilding
May 5, 2008 · Site super has dictated using 3/4″ exterior grade MDF with mitered corners. The four pieces are 42″ high, 15″ at the base and tapered 2 1/2° from top to bottom on each side, making them 7 1/4″ at the top. They were cut on a 45° miter using a …
MDF for exterior trim??? - Fine Homebuilding
May 2, 2005 · Try Mira-tec Exterior grade product--if it isn't Mdf treated it is real close- used 5/4 of the stuff around my windows 2 years ago and it hasn't opened the joints and looks like I painted it yester. cut like mdf and routs too--it is made for outdoors with some sort of epox binder .
Exterior MDF - Fine Homebuilding
Jun 1, 2000 · I’m looking for a supplier of exterior MDF. Does anyone make it in 1x sizes (1x6x16, 1x8x16, etc…) and does anyone make it in 5/4 sizes (5/4x6x16, 5/4x8x16, etc…)
MDO vs. MDF - Fine Homebuilding
Oct 29, 2004 · A sign painter I know also uses exterior MDO for most of his exterior work. As long as you are using an exterior grade and priming/painting all faces and edges, it should bo ok. Much better the MDF, and lighter. I think piffen has used it quite a bit on exterior projects. Maybe he'll chime in here. Dave
Exterior Nail Hole Filler - Fine Homebuilding
Sep 22, 2003 · I am replacing my exterior trim with a composite primed material. This is a MDF type exterior grade material which I am spray painting. In my quest for a smooth finish, I am wondering what is the best way to fill the nail holes and seams. The manufacturer recommends a latex caulk, but I am unable to get a smooth surface.
Update on MDF stairs - Fine Homebuilding
Jul 15, 2004 · I use MDF mostly for things like fireplace surround and mantels that will be painted - - great stuff !! But I've also 'heard' of an exterior grade MDF. If there is such an animal, it sounds like it might be better for wet feet and such. (I actually heard of it in an old issue of FHB about some front porch posts 'wrap').
Paint-Grade Trim Options - Fine Homebuilding
One major drawback is that the profiles on MDF trim tend not to be as crisp or as sharply defined as you would find with poplar or finger-jointed pine. Its edges are also relatively delicate, which is why it’s typically reserved for use as crown molding, not window or door casing. Better MDF moldings typically come primed.