MDF

That Modern Look
Veneered wall paneling is popular for its clean style, but it's a surprisingly complex trim carpentry job to do well.
Maximize Space With Thoughtful Built-Ins
A bed, a desk, a closet, and a laundry hamper transform an attic into a cozy, do-it-all space.
How To Build a Craftsman-Style Fireplace Mantel
Simple joinery and layered construction create a rock-solid, refined fireplace centerpiece.
MDF Window Returns
This stronger, bench-built alternative to drywall returns gives windows a modern look with more rigidity and water resistance than gypsum wall board.
Make Complex S-Curves with This Flexible Template
Learn about a router jig that allows you to create the perfect S-curve.
Podcast Episode 85 — Mantel Madness
Building codes, mantels, MDF, toenailing, welding, heating options, and gift ideas at the Taunton Store.
What’s the Difference: Paintable Interior Moldings
MDF trim vs. finger-jointed trim
Paint-Grade Trim Options
Find out what common paint-grade trim is best for the job: finger-jointed pine, poplar, or medium-density fiberboard (MDF).
Router Jig for Cutting Tapered Flutes
Learn how to use a router in combination with a simple ramp to produce period-accurate fluted columns.
Inside Crown Corners
Coping crown molding is more than blindly following tradition. Understand the benefits and learn how to cope joints the right way.

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