MDF Boxes

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Topic: MDF Boxes

Posted By: magot
Subject: MDF Boxes
Date Posted: March 02, 2006 at 2:32 PM

Sup guys,

I have a question about how to hold MDF together, We been useing screws but it looks like you guys do it differant. Any input? Thanks

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Posted By: Velocity Motors
Date Posted: March 02, 2006 at 3:43 PM

We use brad nail or staples & glue to hold the MDF together.

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Posted By: tex12gage
Date Posted: March 02, 2006 at 4:29 PM

If you use brads you get a much more proffessional look.

once the glue dries, the wood will break before the bond does

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TEX

Posted By: magot
Date Posted: March 02, 2006 at 4:36 PM

thanks

Posted By: hardknocks
Date Posted: March 03, 2006 at 1:57 PM

I use screws but i also use liquid nail, u can purchase 2 corner clamps these will help you to hold the edges together tight . I also predrill the holes for the screws I use a small drill bit to predrill. this keeps the MDF from splitting apart on u

the corner clamps can be picked up at LOWES or Home Depot for around $10

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Posted By: daily4dr
Date Posted: March 03, 2006 at 4:38 PM

For those using brad nailers, what brand and gauge are you using, and which glue are you using?

Posted By: DYohn
Date Posted: March 03, 2006 at 5:41 PM

Lately I've been using Gorrilla Glue and 15 gauge finishing nails. Sometimes I use #10 wood screws. The nails and/or screws are just to hold the edges together while the glue dries. Faster than clamps...

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Posted By: sedate
Date Posted: March 04, 2006 at 6:15 AM

What is a brad?

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Posted By: tex12gage
Date Posted: March 04, 2006 at 8:45 AM

A brad is like a finishing nail. But to use them you have to have an air compressor, and a brad nailer (brad gun). They aren't as big as screws, so they won't split the MDF, And they are small enough so they're hardly noticeable.

IMO much easier, and better looking.

Like DYohn said, They're only to hold the MDF together until the glue dries. I use Carpenters Wood Glue.

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Posted By: magot
Date Posted: March 04, 2006 at 9:14 AM

Thanks for the help. posted_image