Build plain closet doors with medium density fiberboard.
Artificial or fabricated boards contain synthetic materials bonded with natural wood sources. Thicker and stronger than particleboard, medium density fiberboard, or MDF, consists of individual wood fibers pressed close together and adhered with special glue. Its durability and ability to accept most paints easily make this fiberboard a suitable choice of material for building MDF closet doors. You can lightly sand MDF's smooth surface to prepare it for water-based paints or stains. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Place the 3/4-inch MDF board flat over sawhorses or a worktable. Your local building supply or home improvement center will cut these boards to your specifications. Wipe off any dust or debris with a tack cloth so you begin with a clean surface.
2. Pour wood glue into a small bucket to make it easy to work with. Dip a paintbrush into the glue and spread an even 1/8 inch layer over the MDF board. Make sure you cover the entire surface of the board. Add a little more glue around the edges of the board to ensure a strong grip.
3. Place the 1/2-inch MDF board directly over the glue-covered board. Press down firmly, making sure the ends are exactly flush.
4. Attach the wood clamps around the boards to hold them in place. Connect a clamp every 6 inches around the perimeter. Let the glue dry overnight.
5. Remove the clamps and gently sand the edges of the new door where excess glue will seep out, using 80-grit sandpaper. Wipe the dust away with the tack cloth.
6. Install the door hardware. If you plant to create sliding closet doors, install the sliding track mechanisms per the manufacturer's instructions.
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