Table Edge Router

Would it be possible to make a new tabletop out of MDF? How?

Our current table is 29″ by 47″ and I’d like to make it bigger until we have the money to replace it. I was thinking that I could cut a sheet of MDF to size, probably extending the current table by about 8″ to 12″ on each side. I would use a router on the edges and then I thought I would stain and seal it and then attach it to the current table with a construction adhesive.

I would recommend staying away from MDF unless you are going to laminate it. It would look very plain and cheap. As for rounding the corners with a router forget it, MDF has layers to it and when you round the corners you expose the various layers and it will be very “flaky”. Another point to be made is that MDF is very heavy being made of mostly glue it will want bend without skirting or cross support of somekind. most likely your table has some support but probably not enough to support a 8 or 12 foot section. Depending on your skill level, available tools and budget there are various materials better suited for this task. An easy addition is pine glue-up boards available at most big box stores. they come in all sorts of sizes and are relatively cheap. Not the most elegant looking material (because most pieces are full of knot holes) but way better than MDF. Another option is to go with Hardwood ply. These are also available at most big box stores and come in 4 x 8 sheets. Much more sturdy than MDF and come in woods such as cherry, maple and birch. Just grab some trim to put around the edges and you got yourself a solid tabletop. All of these are best when put on top of a some kind of support structure. Hope this helps a bit.

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