Hi all,
I am building a small table for a friends day care, will be used by children
2-4 years old. At the request of the owner, the size is 21" X 60". To keep cost down, I plan to use 3/4" MDF and paint it, possibly put a couple coats of poly on top of the paint to further protect it from things like spills, etc. I have three questions that I am hoping to get help on. 1.) Is MDF a good choice for the top, or will it be prone to sag or warp (basically will it be durable enough or this application)? 2.) Is there the same amount of movement in the MDF top to accout for in fastening the top to the aprons as with a wood top? Should I expect it to move more or less? I planned to cut a thin kerf in the apron and attach with metal fasteners which would keep the top free to move. Is this necessary or can I just screw and glue straight to the apron? 3.) Is poly on top of the paint needed, or would two to three coats of a good paint be sufficient?Any and all advice is greatly appriciated
Thanks again, Scott