10 Art Forms You Can Try on Our MDF Bases : From Mandala Dotting to Engraving, Explore Every Possibility

Before you go shopping for expensive canvases and ceramic plates, here’s a reality check: your most budget-friendly, DIY-loving, craft-safe bestie is the humble MDF base. Whether you're a weekend hobbyist or a small biz owner doing custom orders, MDF is that underrated multitasker that works with almost every art form out there.

And when it comes to options, Tulsi Resin’s MDF collection is apt,in size, style, and possibility. From 3mm mini keychain blanks to 12mm thick nameplates, there's a base for every mood, method, and masterpiece.

Let’s get into the 10 coolest art forms you can experiment with (and totally ace) using our MDF bases.

10 Art Forms You Can Try

1. Mandala Dotting

The OG stressbuster. Mandala dotting is a slow, mindful art form where precision meets patience. Our MDF coasters (4mm thickness) are perfect for this , smooth, strong, and small enough for manageable detailing. Use dotting tools, acrylic paints, and finish with a layer of resin to protect the pattern and add shine. Pro tip: base coat your MDF with white before starting for better colour pop.

2. Resin Pouring

Yup, resin works beautifully on MDF , if prepped right. Always seal the base with gesso or white paint first to prevent resin from soaking in. Our Geode Hole Bases (6mm) are made for this! Go wild with pigment pastes, metallic flakes, or glitter mixes. Resin depth brings your design to life like nothing else. Don’t forget to tape the back for a clean finish.

3. Decoupage + Resin Combo

Want to make a ₹100 MDF base look like a ₹2,000 boutique piece? Decoupage is your hack. Use tissue prints or napkins on our 12mm MDF nameplate frames. Stick with decoupage glue, smooth out bubbles, dry it well, and pour a thin resin layer for that luxe finish. Add embellishments or acrylic names to elevate it even more.

4. Acrylic Painting with Blending & Detailing

Simple but bold. Use flat round bases (8–10mm) for wall art, clocks, or statement plates. These are sturdy enough to handle thick brushwork, palette knife techniques, or abstract swirls. Seal with a matte or glossy varnish, or go full glam with a clear resin topcoat.

5. Engraving & Etching

Laser engraver at home or in your studio? Our 5mm acrylic-top MDF sheets and flat bases work wonderfully for custom engraving. From wedding invites to pooja room name boards, you can burn in fine text or designs and fill them with acrylic paint, gold foil, or pigment paste.

6. Lippan-Inspired Clay + Mirror Work

Bring that Kutchi glamour home! Use air-dry clay to shape floral or tribal designs on our thick 12mm square or window MDF bases. Add mirror bits, seal with a mix of white paint and resin, and voila , desi drama on your wall! Perfect for gifting, too.

7. Fluid Acrylic Pouring

Using fluid acrylics gives you effortless abstract art , think colourful swirls and dreamy marbling. Our coasters (4mm or 6mm) and square wall plaques are ideal for this. Use a silicon oil drop or two for that gorgeous cell effect. Let it dry for 24 hours before varnishing.

8. String Art / Nail & Thread

This one’s a great DIY for kids, gifting, or housewarming. Take a 12mm thick MDF base, hammer tiny nails in your desired pattern (heart, initials, mandala), and weave colourful threads around them. Super fun, no paint mess, and oddly satisfying to watch.

9. Embossing with Gesso + Stencils

Want raised texture on your base? Use stencils and gesso paste on flat rectangle MDFs (6mm) to build embossed designs. Once dry, dry-brush with gold, metallic, or chalk paints. Add a resin layer to create that glossy magazine-finish feel. Ideal for plaques or wall panels.

10. Mixed Media Collage

For artists who can’t pick just one medium , this is your playground. Combine clay flowers, mini cutouts, paint, foil, and quotes on white acrylic + MDF boards. Add wooden embellishments, acrylic name cutouts, or even tiny lights. Best part? Each one’s unique.

Choosing The Right MDF Base – What to Keep in Mind

Final Thoughts: Create, Layer, Repeat

Whether you’re into clean minimal pieces or full-blown desi extravagance, MDF bases from Tulsi Resin  are your trusted wingman. They’re sturdy, versatile, and open to whatever art mood you're in today , dotting, pouring, layering, or lasering.

So go ahead , pick your base, prep your tools, and let your creativity spill (responsibly, please) all over it.

Because with the right base, every artwork becomes a masterpiece.