{"product_id":"shaker-grooved-white-primed-mdf-skirting-architrave","title":"Shaker Grooved White Primed MDF Skirting and Architrave","description":"\u003cp\u003eShaker grooved white primed MDF skirting and architrave delivers a clean, grooved profile suited to modern and Shaker-style interiors. Available in 68mm and 144mm widths at 4.4m lengths, it comes ready primed for a top coat, saving preparation time on new builds and renovation projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite primed, ready for top coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaker grooved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNominal Sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18mm x 68mm (3 inch); 18mm x 144mm (6 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.4m (4400mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisture resistant MDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSkirting boards along wall bases in living rooms, hallways, and bedrooms where a Shaker or contemporary look is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArchitrave around door frames and window openings to give a neat, consistent finish throughout a property\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNew build housing where a primed, knot-free board speeds up the decorating schedule\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKitchen and bathroom installations where moisture-resistant MDF offers better durability than standard board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the boards to acclimatise in the room for at least 24 to 48 hours before fixing, particularly in rooms with underfloor heating, to reduce any movement after installation. Fix skirting using a combination of adhesive and cut nails or a nail gun, ensuring boards are pulled tight to the wall before securing. Once fitted, apply one or two coats of your chosen water-based or oil-based topcoat paint directly over the white primer for a smooth, uniform finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this MDF skirting be used in a bathroom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This skirting and architrave is made from moisture-resistant MDF, which makes it a suitable choice for bathrooms and kitchens. Sealing all cut ends with a primer or sealant before fitting will further improve its resistance to humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to sand it before painting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it arrives white primed, you can apply a topcoat directly in most cases. A light rub with fine-grade sandpaper between coats will give the sharpest finish, but no heavy preparation is needed before the first coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 68mm and 144mm sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 68mm (3 inch) board suits standard-height skirting in modern properties and works well as architrave around door frames. The 144mm (6 inch) board is better where taller skirting is wanted, such as in rooms with higher ceilings or where a more traditional proportion is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full range of skirting and architrave profiles at Nottage Timber Merchants at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/skirting-architraves\"\u003eskirting and architrave\u003c\/a\u003e, with next-day delivery available to Bridgend and across South Wales, or collect in branch from our Bridgend trade counter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can this MDF skirting be used in a bathroom?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. This skirting and architrave is made from moisture-resistant MDF, which makes it a suitable choice for bathrooms and kitchens. 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