PAINTS AND FINISHES

MDF-MEDIUM DENSITY
FIBREBOARD
 INTRODUCTION

The final finishing of all surfaces such as walls,ceilings,woodwork,metal work,etc is necessary to make them look good
and also for their protection from moisture, termites etc.
• PAINT is a solution of a pigment in water, oil, or organic solvent, used to cover wood or metal articles either for
protection or for appearance.
• So according to the nature of the surface and the finishing required, the surface should be coated with different
types of paints.
Based on the application - different types of paints from different companies are used.
 Distempers
• Distempers are durable and economical water based paints The
major constituents of distemper include colouring agents, as well as
chalk and lime. They have been the main painting substance for
decades and still are excellent budget painting solutions.

Emulsion Paint
• These are the superior quality of paint formed by mixing oil/water
and an emulsifying agent to prevent the combination separating.
They have much better ease of application, are washable and have a
greater overall decorative appeal
 Texture paints
• These are used to create desired visual effects on the walls.
By the use of brushes, rollers, putty knives, trowels and
other applications a variety of patterns can be created.
Other paints can be applied on the textures to create
desired effects. Sometimes, texture paints are tinted prior
to application, giving the desired colour. Texture paints also
help in covering undulations and levelling surfaces.

Cement Paint
• To give a new look for concrete and other cement- based
materials, cement paint is the perfect answer. It is a special
paint coatings made for masonry and cement-based
materials, including concrete, mortar (and brick), concrete
block and stucco. Not only it adds to the aesthetics of the
wall but also provides a waterproofing coating and can
supplement the role of putty.
 Enamel Paints
• Enamels are hard, washable and usually glossy paints. They can be oil based or
alkyd based and come in several sheens, from eggshell or low-luster to satin,
semi- gloss and high-gloss. They find application not only on metal surfaces but
also on interior walls and wooden surfaces.

Wood Finishes
• Wood Finish Paints are different from the usual wall paints and are formulated
specifically for application on wooden surfaces. They have better capacity of
adhering to the wooden surfaces and enhancing the appeal of the wooden
textures. These include wood sealers, varnishes, preservatives etc.
 TYPES OF FINISHES

Matt Paint
• Matt color is the most common of interior wall paints. There’s no
shine or sheen to the finish. It is easy to apply, although it can
often take more than a single coat to create a good solid color.
Matt paint can be applied with a brush or roller and works well
on walls that have imperfections. On the downside, matt paint is
easily marked. Although some marks can be removed with a
damp cloth, matt paint needs regular retouching.

Satin/ Pearl
• This is very durable in terms of wash ability and resistance to
moisture. It will offer the user the full protection on their walls
from dirt, moisture, stains, etc. and so it is ideal for areas like
bathrooms and kitchens, but will show even more imperfections
on walls because of its strong shine.
  Eggshell
• An eggshell finish has a shine that’s extremely subtle but without
the same smoothness as a satin finish. Thus, it doesn’t highlight
imperfections quite as much, making it much more suitable as an
interior wall paint. It’s easy to apply and can often cover in a single
coat, making it a better choice for many people.
 

Semi-Gloss
• Semi-gloss is another common interior paint, although it’s more
commonly used on trim rather than the walls. It offers a hard finish,
is suitable to heavy use and is easy to clean with just soap and water.
The shine produced is less than full gloss paint, but it’s usually easy
to achieve a good covering with just a single coat. Gloss Paint Apart
from matt paint, gloss paint is the most common interior wall paint.
 ADVANTAGES
• It protects the surface from weathering effects of the atmospheric and actions by other liquids, fumes and
gases.
• It prevents decay of wood and corrosion in metal.
• It is used to give good appearance to the surface. The decorative effects may be created by painting and the
surface becomes hygienically good clean, colourful and attractive.
• It provides a smooth surface for easy cleaning.
 MDF -Medium Density Fibreboard

• An engineered composite wood product made from residues of hardwood and softwood gluing
together with wax and resin under extreme pressure and pressure is called Medium Density
Fibreboard or MDF wood.
• A raw material was wheat for MDF in complete equipped pilot plants. For the manufacture of
higher quality MDF binders are used. Chemicals like Urea melamine formaldehyde, Urea
melamine formaldehyde adhesive mixture is used as a binder. Different quality MDF production
needed different quantities of resin and different qualities of wheat straw, produced MDF was
called Straw Medium Density Fibreboard (SMDF).

USES

•Mainly used for furniture making.

•For making kitchen cabinets, molding or in the bathroom environment.
•Exterior cladding for housing.
 ADVANTAGES
• MDF is available in low cost.
• The surface of MDF is very smooth which makes it great surface for painting.
• MDF is very consistent throughout, so cut edges appear smooth and won’t have voids or splinters.
• Because of the smooth edges, you can use a router to create decorative edges.
• The consistency and smoothness of MDF allows for easy cutting of detailed designs (such as scrolled or scalloped designs)
using a scroll saw, band saw or jigsaw.

DISADVANTAGES
• MDF produces a large amount of dust when cut. It should be cut in a ventilated environment, and making use of a
respirator is advisable.
• Just like particle board, MDF will soak up water and other liquids like a sponge and swell unless it’s very well sealed on all sides
and edges.
• Because it consists of such fine particles, MDF doesn’t hold screws very well.
• Because it’s so dense, MDF is very heavy which can make it more difficult to work with.
• MDF can’t be stained.  Not only does it soak up stain like a sponge but because there’s no wood grain on MDF, it looks awful
when it’s stained.
• MDF products emit urea-formaldehyde and other volatile organic compounds that pose health risks at sufficient
concentrations. Coating them with primers and paints can help decrease their emissions.
MARKET VALUE AND STANDARD SIZE
1 SQUARE FEET - Rs 15/-

1.Plain MDF Boards (Interior Grade[Brown Colour]

Exterior Grade[Green Colour]) – Classic – IS:12406
2. Prelam MDF Boards 
3. High Density High Moisture Resistance (HDHMR) EG [Plain ,
OSL/BSL/OSR/BSB]
Size: 1220x2440mm or Customized size.
Thickness: 2.5 mm, 3 mm, 5 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 18 mm 
Density: 700-900 kg/m³ Plain MDF Boards rates Interior Grade –
8feet x 4 feet x 1.9mm = Rs 8.25/- per sqft ·    
8feet x 4 feet x 2.3mm = Rs 9.25/- per sqft ·  
8feet x 4 feet x 2.5mm = Rs 10/- per sqft ·    
8feet x 4 feet x 3mm = Rs 12.75/- per sqft ·    
8feet x 4 feet x 3.6mm = Rs 14.25/- per sqft ·    
8feet x 4 feet x 4mm = Rs 16.25/- per sqft 
MEDIUM DENSITY FIBRE BOARDS-MDF
• STANDARD SIZES-
8’X4’; 8’X6’; 7’X6’; 7’X4’; 6’X4’.

• PRE LAMINATED MDF

THICKNESS-
6MM – 35MM

• PLAIN MDF THICKNESS-

2.3MM , 2.5MM , 3MM – 35MM
STANDARD SIZES AND MARKET
VALUE
MDF and PLYWOOD

• Plywood is more expensive than MDF.

• It is difficult to create smooth cuts and edges with plywood when compared to MDF.
• Though plywood is more water resistant than MDF, it is still porous and susceptible to damage when
exposed to water over time.