Brief introduction to trim products
The moulding is the necessary products when you decor the house, whether the residential or commercial building. There are different kinds of moulding products now, classified by different raw materials, the common products are the wood moulding, MDF moulding, plaster moulding and PVC moulding. Each products has their own characters, so the clients can make the choice according to their needs. Regarding the painted moulding products, it is mainly the wood moulding and MDF moulding. Before the painting, the moulding surface must be clean and smooth, and if it is with a primer will be better. The white primed moulding is ready for the painting, no need other treament and can be painted directly. So, normally the clients prefer the semi-finished white primed wood moulding or white primed MDF moulding.
Ready for Painting
The white primed moulding is coated with a water-base primer, that is a necessary before the painting. It can offer a smooth and clean surface, and high paint adhesion
Enhanced durability
The primer layer provides an extra layer of protection, improving the durability and moisture and abrasion resistance of the trim strip. This helps prevent paint peeling or cracking, especially in high-traffic areas.
Saves both money and time
Since the moulding has been pre-coated with primer, there is no need to purchase primer separately, thus reducing material costs. At the same time, the painting process is simpler and faster, reducing labor time.
What happens if you paint trim without sanding
Reduced Paint Adhesion
If your products are raw surface, without sanding, The paint cannot adhere to the board well , especially the glossy trim surface or previously painted. This can lead to the painting easy to peel, bubbling, or flaking paint over time, the surface finish will be not so durable.
Uneven or Rough Finish
If you do not sand the moulding surface in advance, there will be many problems after painting, such as the such as bumps, streaks, or noticeable brush marks. Then the moulding surface will be not smooth and can not keep good performance for long time.
Shortened paint life
Unpolished surfaces are easy to wear due to poor paiting adhesion. Without proper surface sanding, trim strips may require more frequent repainting, that menas you need pay more time and money for maintenance.
Strength of our company
Professional Manufacturing factory
We have the capability to produce the products in a wide variety of styles, sizes, and materials. Whether you need a standard design or a product customized to your specifications, we can provide it.
Diverse Surface Finishing Techniques
We offer a wide range of surface finishes for moulding products. Whether it’s the semi-finished white primed surface, or fully finished spray-painted, laminated, or veneered surfaces, we can complete them all.
Quality Assurance
From the moment the products are shipped to our customers until the final sale, we provide unconditional quality assurance. Customers can confidently promote our products, knowing they are backed by our commitment to quality.
High Production Capacity
Our moulding products have flexible production capacity. We are capable of exporting hundreds of 40ft containers of products each month. For larger orders, we can further optimize our production capacity to accommodate the demand.
Various moulding surface finish treatments
1
White primed surface finish
This surface treatment involves applying two layers of Gesso followed by a coat of water-based primer. The surface finish is smooth and even, making it ready for direct painting. It is both convenient and highly popular.
2
Painted surface finish
The painted surface can be customized in various colors, and there are also specialty paints available, such as waterproof coatings. This is the simplest surface treatment method for achieving DIY designs.
3
Laminatd surface finish
This surface effect uses a laminating process to apply synthetic materials to the surface of the moulding products. The decorative materials come in a variety of colors and patterns, offering different style options. Its cost is typically more budget-friendly.
4
Veneered surface finish
The veneered surface finishing process allows you to achieve the appearance of real wood grain and patterns at a very low cost. The wood grains come in various options, providing you with the most authentic natural wood texture.
How to sand the moulding before the painting
Step one
Before sanding, clean the moulding surface to remove dust, dirt, or grease. You can choose to sand by hand with sandpaper or use an electric sander. During sanding, be sure to pay attention to the pressure and time to avoid damaging the mold surface.
Step two
After sanding, check that the surface is smooth and flat. Then, thoroughly clean the trim strip to remove all sanding dust. You can wipe the surface with a dust cloth or a slightly damp microfiber cloth. Ensure the surface is completely dry before applying paint or primer.
Summary
To get a perfect paint finish and ensure durability, we recommend sanding the surface of the mold product before painting. Alternatively, you can choose a coating surface treatment to obtain a colored mold surface effect.
