Masonite backer board which side??

[Cutting Cathy]

It's just me asking for guidance!! I decided that I was going to back the wise men, shepherd and camel. I got some masonite but not sure which side gets glued to the piece??

One side is flat and smooth like this:

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The other side has a fibery weave to it like this:

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So which side goes where?? Thanks for your help!!!

[lucky788scroller]

I havent used this stuff as a backer, but I would think you would get far better glue adhesion on the rougher side than on the smooth side, just be sure to use enough glue! Thats my thoughts anyway

[Forester21]

I usually glue the fibery side to the back leaving the smooth side on the outside.
T

[KtownScroller]

Glue on the rough side makes the most sense. Also you will have a nice smooth side on the back of your figures.

[Jim Finn]

what Ktownscroller says........... That is what I do.

[rippersmom]

I like to use the masonite that is smooth on both sides. I found it at Lowe's. Home Depot only had the type with one smooth and one rough side here. I have not had any problems with glue not holding on the smooth surface.

I like the smooth much better for making puzzles, too. I used the one side rough masonite for one puzzle and the "dust" was awful. Lesson learned. LOL

I'm sure the glue would hold well to the rough side, so either type will work fine for you.

Nancy in AZ

[ChuckD]

Either side will work unless you glue it to the front side of the project, then you may be a little unhappy.. LOL

[scrolling_grandma]

I glue to the rough side. This leaves the smooth side for the finshed back. How thick is the masonite that you are using? I use some that is like 1/8 inch thick and it makes a nice light backing but still offers all of the stability that I need. The masonite that you have looks a bit thicker.

[Cutting Cathy]

It's 1/8" thick Tammy. I got the backings cut out. I will be gluing to the rough side. Thanks everyone for the help!!!