Project Showcase: Tailor-Made MDF Bookshelf

Following a full property redecoration for a client in Lennox Street, we were invited back to finish a bespoke MDF bookshelf in their living room. Expertly built by A.J. Milne Bespoke Carpentry, the piece brought both character and function to the space.

Precision Prep for a Seamless Look
We started with careful preparation—filling and sanding all surfaces before priming with Tikkurila Otex Adhesion Primer. To ensure a clean working environment, we used an industrial extractor to control dust and maintain a high-quality finish throughout.

Colour-Matched Perfection
After a final sanding, we applied two coats of Tikkurila Everal Aqua Matt [10]. The paint was colour-matched to the walls (Farrow & Ball Au Lait), allowing the bookshelf to blend effortlessly into the room.

Refined Results
The end result was a subtle but striking addition—built and finished to feel like part of the original space. The client was thrilled with how well the bookshelf tied the room together.

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