brock_lee t1_iyhz4fa wrote
That should be more than sufficient. "Boxes" are often even stronger than you think they're going to be because all the pieces together as a system. I might even suggest MDF rather than plywood, if you are considering painting or using contact paper on top. It's cheaper, and takes paint REALLY well. Might even hide a 1x2 rib down the middle for added anti-sag support.
alperozt OP t1_iyi0f5a wrote
I am told that I have to stain :). My better half wants the wood look. I am assuming that would exclude MDF? I have never worked with MDF before.
brock_lee t1_iyi1f1t wrote
Well, yeah, you can stain MDF, but it usually doesn't work well since there's no grain. Most people will do a faux grain on the MDF, but a nice plywood with a cabinet grade veneer is probably easier, if not exactly cheaper.
Viewing a single comment thread. View all comments