How to cover a chipboard frame

Katie3017

The frame is already made. Please advise on how to cover the frame with particle board material? What should be used for attachment? Screws or liquid nails? If using screws, then which ones and what thickness should the holes be drilled?

Danielle8118

Using self-tapping screws will be more reliable. Liquid nails are only for finishing work where there is no significant load. Take regular metal screws that are 20-25 mm long. A size three will be more than enough. Calculate and mark the holes on the particle board and metal. In the metal, drill according to the size of the screws (if it's a size three, then use the same size drill for the holes). In the particle board, you can use the same size or 0.5-1 mm larger. If you have a metal frame, then the particle board does not bear any load at all, so all problems disappear... Consider the top cover. It is advisable to make it water-resistant (by applying varnish or using a special material).

David3217

It’s better to seal all the edges with silicone first and then attach the edging. I used super glue. You will definitely spill water. Unprotected particle board will swell immediately.

Wendy8540

How many tubes were used?

Yolanda

One large gel.

Keith7534

Will the self-tapping screw screw in properly into the metal frame?

Christopher1774

Drill first, and then take screws with a metal drill bit and screw them in. If you don't want to drill through the wood (although the screws can be covered with caps), you can screw from the inside using plastic corner brackets for furniture - "wood-rib of the profile."

Jeffrey496

Personally, I like the option of attaching the paneling with magnets. In some cases, it is very convenient.

Joseph

A screw with a drill bit is needed when you need to drill precisely. I sometimes use them to make a hole for a regular self-tapping screw. It's a sort of disposable (or three-time) drill bit. If you've never done this before, it might be easier to invite a professional. But actually, there's nothing complicated if your hands are "skilled." The self-tapping screw will go in and hold well. Just make sure to choose those with fine or medium thread pitch, not the ones with coarse threads.

Lindsey3362

It all depends on the thickness of the metal. In this metal profile, a dozen drill bits will wear out on these screws, and the hole still won't be drilled, so you need to start by drilling with a drill bit. I suggested using a drill bit because it will screw in better than without one in such thickness.

Angel2396

I will give advice as a professional furniture maker. People write - silicone and then edge banding - it won't work. The edge banding is glued with an adhesive that won't stick to silicone. In my opinion, I would do it this way: calculate the material and order it with edge banding (0.5mm around the perimeter of each part) from a company. Buy confirmat screws and assemble the frame of the cabinet in which the M/K will be placed. After that, apply silicone to all the joints of the cabinet. I did it this way myself, just without the M/K. It has been standing for 7 years without any issues. In general, if you have a strong desire, send me the exact drawing of the frame, and I will calculate the dimensions of the parts. Then you can order and assemble it yourself.

Chad9037

Well, I don't know, the edge is peeling. I didn't glue it with an iron to the silicone. I had a lot of plain boards with chipboard cabinets. I tried everything, but it still swells somewhere. But of course, it's up to you.

Christine864

It makes sense. If water seeps into the joint seam, it passes between the two parts. Consequently, both get wet and swell. Swollen particle board is not durable even after drying and crumbles in your hands!

Jenny

It is better to use moisture-resistant OSB board; if possible, take 6mm and make a sandwich from it, sealing the edges with varnish. I do not recommend drilling the metal frame of the cabinet, as you will create points for corrosion. It is better to assemble the frame from glued timber outside the metal one (if it cannot be done outside, then inside) and then attach the OSB board to it. Furniture makers will use film/plastic and will glue it on, they may complain but will do it. For the cladding of the cabinet, consult with those who work in outdoor advertising - they have a lot of different materials with varying resistance to adverse factors.