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  • ACF Panel Board, raw 3mm HDF panel with a 40mm deep edge, side angle on white
  • Two ACF Panel Boards stacked in the workshop, raw HDF surface with no canvas
  • ACF Panel Boards in several sizes stacked in the workshop, showing the 40mm edge
  • Back of ACF Panel Boards, showing the cross-braced frame behind the HDF panel
  • Two ACF Panel Boards in different sizes, smooth raw HDF ready to seal and prime
  • Four ACF Panel Boards in different sizes on a workshop table
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Panel Board, 40mm Deep Edge

“The panels are exceptionally well made and quite heavy made of quality materials.”
Ali Witchell
Depth40mm
FabricRaw 3mm HDF panel
CoatedRaw: seal and prime before painting
Warp proofNeeds to be sealed front and back
Sag proofNeeds to be sealed front and back
From £11.56£12.72

for 2 panels · from £5.78 each

Choose your size

Product Details

  • Raw 3mm HDF painting surface
  • 40mm deep-edge box board frame
  • Smooth uniform face with no visible grain or knots
  • Must be sealed correctly before painting (read FAQ below)
  • Seal both sides and all edges with an acrylic sealer
  • Apply gesso or your chosen ground after sealing
Product Details
  • Raw 3mm HDF painting surface
  • 40mm deep-edge box board frame
  • Smooth uniform face with no visible grain or knots
  • Must be sealed correctly before painting (read FAQ below)
  • Seal both sides and all edges with an acrylic sealer
  • Apply gesso or your chosen ground after sealing
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Choose your size

6" x 8"
£12.72£11.56
152mm x 203mm£5.78 per panel
8" x 8"
£22.95£18.95
200mm x 200mm£9.48 per panel
10" x 10"
£25.95£21.95
250mm x 250mm£10.98 per panel
10" x 12"
£25.95£21.95
255mm x 305mm£10.98 per panel
12" x 12"
£28.95£23.95
300mm x 300mm£11.98 per panel
10" x 14"
£28.95£23.95
255mm x 355mm£11.98 per panel
12" x 16"
£32.95£26.95
305mm x 406mm£13.48 per panel
16" x 16"
£36.95£30.95
400mm x 400mm£15.48 per panel
14" x 18"
£35.95£29.95
355mm x 457mm£14.98 per panel
16" x 20"
£38.95£31.95
406mm x 501mm£15.98 per panel
16" x 23.5"
£47.95£39.95
400mm x 600mm£19.98 per panel
20" x 20"
£49.95£41.95
500mm x 500mm£20.98 per panel
18" x 24"
£46.95£38.95
457mm x 610mm£19.48 per panel
20" x 24"
£50.95£42.95
501mm x 610mm£21.48 per panel
24" x 24"
£57.95£48.95
600mm x 600mm£24.48 per panel
24" x 30"
£63.95£53.95
610mm x 762mm£26.98 per panel
35.5" x 23.5"
£84.95£70.95
900mm x 600mm£35.48 per panel
31.5" x 31.5"
£93.95£78.95
800mm x 800mm£39.48 per panel
30" x 40"
£103.95£86.95
762mm x 1016mm£43.48 per panel
35.4" x 35.4"
£106.80£89.00
900mm x 900mm£44.50 per panel
40" x 40"
£117.95£98.95
1000mm x 1000mm£49.48 per panel
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Ian Wright
Heavy texture Venetian plaster, no warp! That

Heavy texture Venetian plaster, no warp! That says it all really if you are looking for something that will handle lots of moisture and weighty paste, then these are the ones to go for, all they need is a good primer and away you go!

Ian Wright review photo Ian Wright review photo Ian Wright review photo

Ian, heavy plaster and no warp. That's the test passed! Thanks for putting it through its paces.

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Anonymous
Very

Very nice

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jamie charteris
Haven't used them yet

Look and feel well made. Looking forward to priming them and starting a whole new way of working. Got one on the wall using HDF French cleat made for bed headboards as a 'hanger'

jamie charteris review photo
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Anonymous
perfect

perfect .. feel really goog quality

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Lyn Juniper-Solley
Never received it

Never received it, no response as yet to enquiry

Hi Lyn
I replied to your email at 04h25 this morning.
As stated the item is at the hub...
Not sure why you are now on the reviews section....
Graham

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Ali Witchell
Superb value

Not having bought this type of panel before I was really impressed with the quality. The panels are exceptionally well made and quite heavy made of quality materials. I’m looking forward to using them.

Thank you Ali... Next time grab the Box Board Canvas... Theyre a game changer!

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Lynn Crombie
Super

Really pleased with quality

Thank you Lynn, share the artwork and tag us @acfcanvas

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Anria Knowles

I will defnitly buy more from your guy. Amazing primer

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DOROTHY DU PLESSIS
Stunning.

Love my Box Board Frame. Strong and sturdy.

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Tanya Nadauld
Quality

Just received my first box frames and they are made so well - really really happy! Will definitely be buying more

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Mehrgan Langeroodi
Top draw

I’m very happy with the quality and the whole buying experience from ordering to delivery. Thank you!

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Rosemarie Barned
Box boards 😊

They are great quality and the right sizes I needed thank you 😊

Thank You Rosmarie - Please share your finsihed artwork we would love to see and share it

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Liezel Spangenberg
Superb quality!

This was my first ACF purchase and it will be the first of many. The quality and workmanship of the box board frames and canvasses are outstanding and a great support/addition to your art!

Thsnk you for the support - please tag us in your completed masterpieces.

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Fumani Khumalo
Really amazing

These box board frames are really great- sturdy and well put together.. I bought four and I will most certainly buy more in future

Specifications

Sold inPacks of 2
ClothRaw HDF
WeightNo fabric. Raw HDF
Coating / primerNone: seal both sides and edges, then gesso
Depth40mm
StrainerEngineered box frame, 3mm HDF panel
Use withOil, Acrylic, Collage, Mixed media, Palette knife, Heavy texture, Resin
Recommended forArtists who prepare their own surfaces
MadeManufactured in South Africa

What artists like about the Panel Board, 40mm Deep Edge

“My intention is sculptural art and the quality of board is very solid.”
Terri-Lynn Matthyser
“Look and feel well made. Looking forward to priming them and starting a whole new way of working.”
Jamie Charteris
“they are very strong well made. No extra reinforcement needed.”
Nadia Janse van Rensburg

Questions artists ask

Does this panel need to be sealed before painting?

Yes, please follow the MITRA Insights on Preparing HDF

To enhance HDF's archival qualities, MITRA suggests:

- Sealing both sides and all edges of the panel with a high-quality acrylic dispersion (e.g., GAC 100 or an equivalent sealer).

- Following up with an acrylic gesso or another suitable primer to create a barrier that reduces potential acidity migration from the HDF and improves paint adhesion.

Why use HDF instead of plywood?

HDF gives you a smoother, more even surface with no visible grain or knots, which makes it better for artists who want a cleaner, flatter painting ground.

What kind of techniques is it good for?

It works well for oils, collage, mixed media, palette knife work, heavy layering and resin pouring because the panel stays firm and does not sag like a stretched surface.

Before I buy this, should I consider Box Board Canvas instead?

Yes, depending on how you plan to use it. Box Board Canvas gives you the same solid support as the Panel Board, but with our 100% Virgin Polyester canvas already stretched over the HDF surface. That saves you the sealing and preparation step, while still giving you a firm, stable painting surface.

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