Trade Spray Finishes Limited is a Leicestershire-based, multi-material finishing specialist.
We are a collaborative partnership having operated independent finishing companies for many years before forming TSPFL.
With years of experience finishing many types of substrate material, including MDF spraying, to the highest quality standards, we can now expand our services to other trade professionals who strive to provide their clients with the highest-quality finish.
With our years of experience working with a carefully selected group of high-end furniture makers and point-of-sale professionals, we have the same desire for the finish. We know and understand the hours of meticulous craftsmanship that are put into a project, so we only provide an ultra high quality finish.
Using the highest-quality products available, for MDF spraying, we can offer you the quality finish your work demands. Our in-house mixing system allows us to mix most colour palettes on demand. When we can't do it ourselves, we trust our local supplier of the finest quality Italian coatings to deliver them to us the same day.
By using these trusted polyurethane coatings, for mdf spraying you can be confident about the finish, durability, and customer satisfaction.
We offer spray priming, spray staining, lacquering, final colour spray painting, or any combination of the four.
Top-quality products, coupled with expert application, will result in the highest quality finish available to you.
Ultramodern coatings have transformed the output quality available to the discerning professional today. They no longer need to rely on coating technologies from 20 years ago; they quite simply don't have the aesthetic the end user today expects.
For MDF Staining, many projects in high end bespoke joinery manufacturing will often have a MDF substrate with a veneered surface. This surface needs protection and quite often, a new shade or hue is required to contrast or compliment surrounding decor and that is achieved by using a solvent or water based stain.
The stain will not protect the surface alone and will require some further protection in the form of a sprayed lacquer.
We are extremely proficient in the application of stains, whether a manufacturer supplied product or one that we have formulated ourselves. With our in house tinting processes, we can match or create virtually any shade you need. We then follow that up with a polyurethane based lacquer that can be specified in any sheen. Veneered sheet materials need to look the part and be durable enough to last the test of time, that's why we recommend using a PU based lacquer system.
MDF Spray priming is a fundamental part of most spray processes. Nearly all substrate materials require a primed coat before top coating with the final product. In the case of manufactured joinery, the primer provides the material with a high build, which fills any small surface defects that are not visible to the naked eye, allowing us to achieve a remarkably flat surface after the sanding process. This gives the optimum base for the chosen top coat product. We use AC, P, and PU primers, depending on the client's specifications. We can also tint primers so that projects can be delivered and installed onsite before being hand-painted. This is often opted for when there are delays between on-site trades. We can offer a full spray priming service, where we prepare and fill, prime and nib, or we can just coat the product for aesthetic purposes. Overspill or overflow priming services are welcomed.
External joinery spraying, such as windows and doors will almost always be manufactured from Accoya- a modified wood that has been treated to strengthen its longevity, allowing it to resist rot, withstand the elements, and remain strong and durable, or Sapele and similar hardwoods. This type of joinery needs to be protected to a higher degree than internal joinery due to environmental exposure. We use the Teknos water based system for this, it is a 3 part system that has been proven to last. If you make this type of joinery, then you are probably aware of the accepted joinery manufacturing process required by Teknos to be able to honour the 10 year guarantee they offer against coating failure. This system can be specified in all the major paint brand colours. We apply this system using our market leading Wagner Cobra air assisted diaphragm pump.
When considering MDF spray painting, it's essential to know when it's the ideal solution—and when another approach might be more effective. For bespoke projects, such as custom furniture or hand-built kitchens in a domestic setting, a hand-sprayed finish is ideal. In these environments, the finished MDF is typically cared for by its owners, and the pieces rarely endure heavy commercial traffic. This means that the character and precision of a hand-applied spray finish can shine, adding that unique, artisanal touch that transforms ordinary pieces into statement designs.
However, if you're tackling a high-volume project—think hundreds of wardrobe or kitchen doors for commercial applications—consistency and cost-efficiency become paramount. In these cases, an automated spray solution is generally preferred. Automated systems ensure a uniform finish on every component, while also accommodating the logistical challenges of handling large quantities of MDF panels. Even if the design calls for intricate routed details that only MDF can deliver, the scale of production typically makes hand-spraying impractical.
Moreover, for high-traffic commercial environments where boards will be fixed horizontally, prefinished boards might be a better option. These boards are engineered with higher scratch resistance and durability, making them well-suited for high-traffic areas.
In summary, MDF spray painting is a fantastic option for single domestic projects with irregular shapes or detailed vertical panels, such as shaker-style kitchen doors with routed handles. On the other hand, for projects involving hundreds of large boards or those that require the extra durability of a prefinished surface, exploring automated spray applications or pre-manufactured boards is advisable. Your choice ultimately hinges on the specific demands of your project, ensuring you achieve the perfect balance between quality, consistency, and practicality.
Trade Spray Finishes Limited
Unit 2 West House, West Avenue, Wigston, Leicester.LE18 2FB Company Number 16009606
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