View Full Version : whats the best to use on table top for ho


munsonator008
06-15-2008, 08:26 PM
I was thinking of using , mdf on the top of my new table, 3/4 inch of course lol anyways what do you guys think thx to all

1976Cordoba
06-15-2008, 09:09 PM
1/2" plywood would be fine.

NTxSlotCars
06-15-2008, 11:26 PM
I like that lightweight stuff you get at home depot. I used it on mine. It's some kind of sound deadening board over in the insulation section. It looks like black asphalt, and is real easy to work with. There's a great shot of it in my slideshow. I took a yellow paint marker and made a parking lot for a burger place in the infield.

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Rich

Dyno Dom
06-17-2008, 11:17 PM
I used MDF- 3/4 in. for my table top. It is heavy but very smooth. It also is a good
material for screws & takes paint well. Be aware: as plywood sheets are 48in. X 8ft,
MDF sheets are 49in. X 8ft. This can really be a hassle of joints not aligning w/ nailers
if not planned accordingly. Good luck & looking forward to completed pics. :)

munsonator008
06-18-2008, 05:23 AM
Thx Dyno I will go with the mdf 3/4 yes i layed my table out on 12 inch centers , but i will add a 2x4 here and there. not sure why they made mdf 49 inches wide, anyways thx again

Slott V
06-18-2008, 10:22 AM
MDF is usually 49" x 97". They make it larger than normal since the edges usually get damaged in shipping.