Painting MDF [the lazy way] and getting a decent look

[Gray_Area]

I tried the 'sealer' method Fozzy suggested in the 'Painting MDF' thread, and that didn't work for me. Also, I don't need a smooth finish, and I'd rather play games than build cabinets.

There are two ways: the lazy way; and the really lazy way. Either of these gives a finely textured finish - AND REQUIRES NO SANDING. You will need:

- paint
- primer (not needed for the 'really lazy way')
- foam roller and pan
- small brush, and maybe an edger
- can lid spout thing (these are wonderful)




Here's a piece of 1/2 MDF done with only two coats of paint (the really lazy way) :







Here's a piece of 1/2 MDF primed one coat, then painted three coats:







Take into account your environment. If it's really hot and dry, each coat will take maybe 20 minutes to dry and decently cure. If it's really cold and wet, a few hours to overnight may be necessary between each coat.

[Gray_Area]

An additional thought to this is you might want to spray on a clear coat of something (acrylic or whatever).

[jrock2004]

Does it need to be some special paint or just any?

[yotsuya]

Does it need to be some special paint or just any?

What color purple is that?