Fixing and buying guide
Torus Primed Moisture Resistant MDF Profile 5.49 Mtr 18mm x 148mm
What you're buying
This is a single length of moulding measuring 5.49 metres long with a torus profile. The cross-section is 18mm deep by 148mm wide, making it a substantial decorative trim suitable for prominent wall features or skirting applications. The MDF is moisture resistant and arrives pre-primed in white, requiring only paint or stain to finish.
- Single length: 5.49 metres
- Profile: Torus (curved, decorative)
- Dimensions: 18mm deep x 148mm wide
- Material: Moisture resistant MDF
- Finish: Pre-primed white
- Ready for painting or staining
Choosing the right quantity
Measure the total linear metres of wall or skirting you need to cover. One length provides 5.49 metres of moulding. Account for waste and cutting at corners or junctions. For rooms with multiple walls, calculate the perimeter and add approximately 10 percent extra for cuts and fitting errors. Order complete lengths rather than cutting stock lengths if possible, as this minimises waste.
- Measure your total run in metres
- One length = 5.49 metres
- Add 10 percent for waste and cuts
- Order whole lengths to minimise cutting
Compatibility and preparation
This moulding is designed for internal use on prepared walls. Ensure your wall surface is clean, dry, and stable before fixing. The pre-primed finish means you can apply emulsion paint or specialist stains directly, though sanding between coats may improve finish quality. Check that your fixing method (adhesive, nails, or screws) is appropriate for your wall type—plasterboard, plaster, or timber.
- Internal use only
- Requires clean, dry, stable wall surface
- Pre-primed—ready for paint or stain
- Confirm fixing method suits your wall type
- Sand lightly between paint coats for best finish
Pre-installation checks
Before fixing, inspect the length for damage or warping. Lay it flat on a level surface and check it is straight. Ensure the primed surface is clean and free from dust. Plan your layout, marking fixing points and accounting for any internal or external corners. Have your adhesive, fixings, and finishing materials ready before you begin installation.
- Inspect for damage or warping
- Check straightness on a level surface
- Clean primed surface of dust
- Mark fixing points and plan corners
- Gather all fixings and adhesive before starting