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numbnutz48:
What is a good Primer for MDF?

Is Latex paint the way to go for a nice topcoat? Flat or Semi-Gloss?

Beretta:
i think i read oil base was better for MDF because MDF sucks up latex paint more.. ro something..

try doing a search i remember there being a few threads about mdf and paint.

imo oil based paints are the best looks wise but latex is so much easier to clean up.

javeryh:
You want BINZ primer.  That stuff is like magic.

Turnarcades:
You don't necessarily need primer if you use the right paint. We recommend our customers use an oil-based outdoor paint on kits like Sadolin Extra Durable Weathershield, which is very similar to the industrial stuff we use and goes great on MDF. In a clean environment, 2 coats without primer is sufficient for the intended semi-gloss finish, but extra coats can be applied for a vinyl-like glossy finish.

Avenger257:
I just finished building mine and I used Killz (oil based primer).  I read on this site about it and it was suggested that you should apply a coat, sand, and apply another... that is exactly what I did and it turned out great!

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