Are MDF plates immune to termites?

This is another widespread misconception - that the reconstituted wood panels are resistant to termites. Know that no treatment is given to the MDF, the plywood or fiber to the plate to protect against termites. It turns out that these panels are pressed at high temperature, about 200°C, which kills all insects existing in the production process, including the termite. This process guarantees that the plates arrive in dealerships free of termites, but it ensures that no contamination can happen from there. But, as usually, the plates are stored in little time dealers and joinery, it is difficult to attack from termites occur in such locations. However, if the mobile is installed in an area contaminated by termites, it can be attacked. Knowing this, we recommend a local pest control to prevent the mobile is overrun. (source: Boletim do Marceneiro - Duratex - Edição: Rita Curci)

MDF AND WATER RESISTANCE

One of the biggest myths about MDF is related to its relationship with water. The MDF has some resistance to water, but he is not immune to its action. You must know that there is a difference between a plate that is wet again, even for a long period, and another who suffered wetness constant over time. The explanation of the action of water on the plate is that the wood fibers, absorbing moisture, they will swell. This happens in any type of plate - is MDF, chipboard or plywood. Moisture also promotes fungus growth, which contributes to the degradation of the panel. The furniture that are subject to any wetness, such as furniture and kitchen and bathroom, must be adequately covered all the faces and edges of furniture components. With this protection, executed correctly, water will not penetrate the piece, and it will remain intact for many years. The coating both sides of the edges as can be done in several ways if done properly and carefully. (source: Boletim do Marceneiro - Duratex - Edição: Rita Curci)

MDF FACTS

Being known worldwide and environmentally friendly, the MDF is a panel of wood fibers and homogeneous composition throughout its surface and inside. Due to its strength and stability, it is possible to get excellent quality in furniture, crafts, frames, baseboards, columns, balustrades, partitions, or ceilings. It is highlighted by the possibility of being painted or lacquered and can be cut, sanded, carved, drilled, glued, nailed, screwed, snapped, or framed. Always providing excellent finishing both with industrial equipment as with conventional woodworking tools. MDF is a product specially developed for indoor use. The product should not be exposed to the action of water or in environments with excessive moisture. The MDF is factory free of the presence of insects, since its establishment as an effective barrier to insect attack of most punches. However, being product of wood may be attacked by them. In such cases, the preventive treatment of local and other materials where the MDF is applied. (source: Boletim do Marceneiro - Duratex - Edição: Rita Curci)