{"product_id":"torus-white-primed-mdf-skirting-architrave","title":"Torus White Primed MDF Skirting \u0026 Architrave 4.4m","description":"\u003cp\u003eTorus white primed MDF skirting and architrave is a classic interior moulding for traditional and period-style homes. Supplied in 4.4m lengths and ready-primed, it accepts a top coat straight away, saving preparation time on new builds and renovation projects alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMDF (medium density fibreboard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite primed, ready for top coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTorus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.4m (4400mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18mm x 68mm, 18mm x 119mm, 18mm x 144mm, 18mm x 168mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkirting boards along the base of internal walls in living rooms, hallways, and bedrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArchitrave sets around door frames and window openings to conceal the gap between the lining and the plaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement mouldings in period properties where the torus profile matches existing joinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew build interiors where a painted finish is specified throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow lengths to acclimatise inside the property for at least 24 hours before fitting, particularly in rooms with underfloor heating or variable humidity. Fix with an appropriate grab adhesive and lost-head nails or a finish nailer, then fill nail holes and apply your chosen top coat. Store flat and off the ground to prevent any bowing before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs torus MDF skirting suitable for use in bathrooms and kitchens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMDF can be used in rooms with moderate humidity provided it is fully painted on all faces and edges, including the back and the cut ends, to limit moisture ingress. For areas with frequent standing water or steam, a solid moisture-resistant board with a sealed finish is a more cautious choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 3 inch and 5 inch skirting boards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 68mm (3 inch) board suits rooms with low ceiling heights or a minimal look, while the 119mm (5 inch) board is a more traditional height commonly used in Victorian and Edwardian-style interiors. The 144mm and 168mm sizes suit high-ceilinged rooms or where a more substantial profile is wanted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this skirting need sanding before painting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe board arrives with a factory primer coat applied. A light sand with 180-grit paper is recommended to key the surface before applying your first top coat, which helps the paint adhere evenly and gives a cleaner finished result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse the full range of skirting and architrave profiles at Nottage Timber Merchants in Bridgend, South Wales, or order online via our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/skirting-architraves\"\u003eskirting and architrave collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Next-day delivery is available to the Bridgend and wider South Wales area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is torus MDF skirting suitable for use in bathrooms and kitchens?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"MDF can be used in rooms with moderate humidity provided it is fully painted on all faces and edges, including the back and the cut ends, to limit moisture ingress. 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