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  "name": "Should I choose solid wood or MDF when replacing damaged trim sections?",
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      "name": "Should I choose solid wood or MDF when replacing damaged trim sections?",
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        "text": "Solid wood offers superior durability, sharp profile detail, and can be sanded, stained, or painted, making it ideal for historic trim or high-impact baseboards. MDF is smooth, uniform, and cost-effective for painted trim, but it is highly susceptible to swelling in moist areas like bathrooms or entryways. When deciding which material to use for a repair, match the existing material whenever possible, or upgrade vulnerable baseboards near exterior doors and plumbing fixtures to moisture-resistant solid wood or composite.",
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        "description": "Match your existing material when possible. Solid wood is best for durability, staining, and moisture resistance, while MDF is a cost-effective choice for painted, dry areas."
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  "description": "Match your existing material when possible. Solid wood is best for durability, staining, and moisture resistance, while MDF is a cost-effective choice for paint"
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