{"product_id":"white-primed-mdf-skirting-architrave-chamfered-rounded","title":"White Primed MDF Skirting \u0026 Architrave Chamfered \u0026 Rounded","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite primed MDF skirting and architrave in a chamfered and rounded profile gives interior rooms a clean, consistent finish straight from the pack. Supplied ready-primed for immediate top-coating, it is available in 68mm, 119mm, and 144mm widths at 18mm thickness, in 4.2m and 4.4m lengths.\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\u003eChamfered and rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Widths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68mm (3 inch), 119mm (5 inch), 144mm (6 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2m (4200mm) and 4.4m (4400mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior skirting and architrave\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 fitted at floor level to cover the joint between wall plaster and flooring in living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, and landing areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArchitrave sets fitted around internal door frames and window reveals to give a neat, finished appearance to openings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement skirting and architrave in renovation projects where a uniform, knot-free profile is needed throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew-build finishing work where a consistent primed board speeds up the painting schedule across multiple rooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow the boards to acclimatise in the room where they will be fitted for at least 24 hours before cutting and fixing. Fix to timber studwork or masonry using a combination of grab adhesive and lost-head nails, punching nail heads below the surface and filling before applying the top coat. Store boards flat and off the ground, away from direct moisture, to keep them straight and ready for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan white primed MDF skirting be used in a bathroom or kitchen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMDF is not naturally moisture resistant, so in high-humidity areas such as bathrooms and kitchens it is advisable to seal all cut ends and the back face thoroughly with a suitable primer or sealant before fitting, and to ensure the room has adequate ventilation. For consistently wet areas, a moisture-resistant MDF grade would be a more suitable choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes white primed MDF skirting need sanding before painting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe boards arrive with a factory-applied white primer, which provides a good base for most interior emulsions and satinwood paints. A light sand with 120-grit paper before top-coating will improve adhesion and give a smoother final finish, particularly on cut edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 4.2m and 4.4m lengths?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth lengths carry the same 18mm x 68mm chamfered and rounded profile. The 4.2m length is priced slightly lower and may suit shorter wall runs or rooms where less waste is generated. The 4.4m length is useful for longer continuous runs and helps reduce the number of joints needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can white primed MDF skirting be used in a bathroom or kitchen?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"MDF is not naturally moisture resistant, so in high-humidity areas such as bathrooms and kitchens it is advisable to seal all cut ends and the back face thoroughly with a suitable primer or sealant before fitting, and to ensure the room has adequate ventilation. 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