Finshing Sub Box

[kenmck15]

Hi guys

Currently have someone making up my sub enclosure from 18mm MDF. My new problem is trying to get a nice finish. I dont want carpet but i was thinking can i get a finish like this (Attched Supernova pic) with MDF or am i totally dreaming.

If possible can someone explain how. Im assuming the box needs to be preped then coasted in some form of clear then paint. I dunno

Also if anyone has any other CHEAP alternatives that would be great

Cheers
ken

[mgboy]

Yes it's possible to get a rich gloss black/piano black on MDF but it takes A LOT of hardwork and time to get it right. There's a couple "guides" to it, either on here or on the AVS DIY section. I'd do a search. I'd provide links but have to go eat. =O Just know what your getting into before you really start to want it otherwise you'll be disappointed and have to settle with something lesser. Trust me. *shrugs*

[Canadian_Dude]

Here are a few links that might help:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1019557

http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showt...141&highlight=

http://www.partsexpress.com/projects...daytonmtm.html

http://www.woodweb.com/knowledge_bas...sh_on_MDF.html

http://www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=79568

The first two I think are the best tutorials.

[mgboy]

Thanks Canadian Dude, those first two were the ones I was thinking of. I hadn't seen the other though - maybe they have a short cut I haven't seen. =O

One can only wish for an easy way out.

[kenmck15]

very helpful

thank you!!!