Hardboard Panel

1/8" Hardboard Painting Panels

Our 1/8" Hardboard Painting Panels provide artists with a smooth, dependable painting surface that has been trusted for generations. Precision cut and ready to use, these panels are an excellent choice for oil, acrylic, mixed media, and drawing applications.

Made from high-density hardboard, these panels offer greater rigidity than many lightweight painting surfaces while remaining an economical option for artists who want quality without sacrificing value. The smooth surface can be painted on as-is or prepared with primer and gesso to create your preferred painting surface and absorbency.

Hardboard is a favorite among professional and emerging artists alike for its durability, stability, and ability to support long-lasting artwork. Its rigid construction helps minimize movement during the painting process and provides excellent support as paint cures over time.

Perfect For

• Oil Painting
• Acrylic Painting
• Mixed Media
• Drawing
• Studio and Plein Air Painting

Why Artists Choose TobiasMade Hardboard Panels

• Smooth, ready-to-use painting surface
• High-density hardboard for added strength and stability
• Can be used with or without primer and gesso
• Economical choice without compromising quality
• Precision cut for consistent sizing
• Crafted by artists, for artists

Framing Recommendations

Traditional Mount Frames
Our 1/8" Hardboard Panels fit securely in any traditionally mounted frame. This style of frame overlaps approximately ¼ inch around the outside edge of the artwork, creating a clean, classic presentation.

Float Frames
Our float frame design accommodates 1/8" Hardboard Panels up to 12 inches. For panels larger than 12 inches, we recommend selecting one of our Cradled Hardboard Panels, which provide additional rigidity and are designed specifically for larger artwork displayed in float frames.