Install Face Frames and Trim
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What happens here
Install pine face frames and trim to cover the exposed MDF edges and give the built-in a finished look. Use select pine for durability, as it is less prone to denting and chipping than MDF. Apply wood glue and 1-1/4 inch brad nails to attach the face frames. Brad nails are 18-gauge, making them thin enough to be easily concealed. Start with the longest pieces first, then fill in the smaller sections. Once all face frames are installed, fill all nail holes and joints with wood filler and sand smooth with 120-grit sandpaper.
Goal: Apply decorative and protective face frames and trim
Tools and materials
- 1-1/4 inch Brad Nails — Securing the face frames
- 120-grit Sandpaper — Smoothing the wood filler and preparing surfaces for paint
- Brad Nailer Milwaukee — Attaching the face frames with minimal visible fasteners
- Miter Saw DeWalt — Cutting the trim pieces to length and angle
- Select Pine Boards — Creating durable face frames and trim
- Wood Filler Minwax Stainable Wood Filler — Filling nail holes and minor imperfections
- Wood Glue Titebond — Bonding the face frames