MDF

[Hemsby]

Not a big fan of MDF :roll: but have been asked to make a unit for a friend so a couple of questions please.

Does the material lend it self to the use of KREG fixing and what sort of glue would be best for the joining :?:

Thank you

 

[Ghengis]

yes, pva

 

[DiscoStu]

kreg as in pocket holes? Yes no problem with MDF. And glue, I use titebond but PVA or EVO wood glue should all be fine.

 

[Hemsby]

kreg as in pocket holes? Yes no problem with MDF. And glue, I use titebond but PVA or EVO wood glue should all be fine.

Sorry , yes pocket holes

 

[Stu_2]

Evening Hemsby

What thickness material will you be working with?

 

[Hemsby]

Evening Hemsby

What thickness material will you be working with?

Hi,

Probably 18mm (hammer)

 

[Stu_2]

Will work a treat on the standard settings on the Kreg jig. Course threads are best for MDF.

The reason I asked was that if it was 12mm, they do a micro jig kit that fits the standard K4 housings, which also comes with a smaller diameter drill bit. They also do a screw without the shoulder, so that it doesn't sit proud of the surface. However, for 12mm, I find it best not to use their standard settings, as the hole won't come through in the centre of the material, which lead to splitting.

Cheers
Stu

 

[Hemsby]

Thanks for the info & suggestions

Never liked MDF too soft for my liking :roll: , not a proper job, but not my choice but will give it a try.

Again thank you.

Keith

 

[chippy1970]

Thanks for the info & suggestions

Never liked MDF too soft for my liking :roll: , not a proper job, but not my choice but will give it a try.

Again thank you.

Keith

Use moisture resistant mdf or hdf if you're worried about it being too soft