Lowes, Home Depot and some local lumber yards carry 1/8 and 3/16 inch 4x8 foot sheets of the dark brown, tempered hardboard, also called masonite. Freeman Mfg. carries 1/4"(online). Another version is untempered hardboard. Art suppliers carry smaller sizes. Shower stall enclosures sheets using an 1/8 in. coated surface are available. Beware of store personnel who won't recognize the product names and need a detailed description.
How much does a sheet of Masonite cost
A sheet of 1/8" masonite weighs .59lbs/sq. foot or 18.88lbs/sheet. (.59 x 32sq.ft)
Masonite board
The weight of a Masonite panel can vary depending on its thickness and size. However, a standard 4x8 foot panel of 1/8 inch thick Masonite typically weighs around 35-40 pounds.
81$ per 4'x8' sheet.
Paintings on masonite was created in 1936.
The population of Masonite International is 11,000.
The standard size of a Masonite sheet is typically 4 feet by 8 feet (48 inches by 96 inches). It is commonly available in thicknesses ranging from 1/8 inch to 1/4 inch. However, variations in size and thickness can exist depending on the manufacturer and specific applications. Always check with your supplier for the exact dimensions available.
No, masonite does not contain any asbestos.
Masonite is a thin type of fibreboard/particleboard with one glossy side and one textured side. Use it on the outside of a house and you get masonite siding.
No, Masonite is not inherently flame-retardant. If fire resistance is needed, it's recommended to treat or coat the Masonite with a flame-retardant material.
Many artists (painters) use oil based paint. Some artists prefer to paint on masonite board rather than canvas. The masonite board often first coated with gesso paint. So oil on masonite would be a painting of oil based paint on masonite board.