[Leopoldo Benavidez]

Joseph,

Tempered Masonite is a very good choice for a substrate. I have had excellent results using hardboard. I used to use the untempered masonite but endured too much damage to the edges because it is relatively soft. The fact that it is cured has never presented a problem to adhesion. I scuff the surface with 320 grit sandpaper to create a mechanical tooth and wash it with alcohol to remove any residues and then apply a diluted solution of rabbitskin glue. I then apply about 6 coats of gesso made with bunny glue and whiting/titanium oxide, make a X on the back and I am ready to go. I know there has been alot of debate about the curing process with tempered and the leeching of oils to the surface. Today's products are superior from years ago, especially a hard board product called DURON, an incredibly durable surface. Below is a pic of this product taking a 4 x 8 x 3/16 panel cut into portrait sizes of 14 x 18....L