10/19/2026
Paint-grade or stain-grade changes which trim you should buy for your project.
MDF takes paint well and costs roughly 30 to 50 percent less than solid wood, but it doesn't hold up well in bathrooms or anywhere moisture collects.
If you plan to stain, solid wood is the sounder choice, since MDF has no real grain to show through a stain.
Match the material to the finish and the room, not just the price tag.
Bring your project details in, and we'll help you land on the right trim.