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Material for window boards

  • 09-08-2022 12:37pm
    #1
    Crocklip
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12 ✭


    Window question: Can I use standard MDF for window reveals or do I need the moisture resistant stuff?



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  • #2
    Le shovelle
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 83 ✭✭Le shovelle


    Moisture resistant would be better in case of condensation build up but I don't think it has to be used.

    Also moisture resistant mdf gives a better finish for painting along the cut edge



  • #3
    the_pen_turner
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,598 ✭✭✭the_pen_turner


    definetly go for MR MDF

    then seal all the hidden edges with primer or silicone. bin primer is great for this



  • #4
    Crocklip
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12 ✭Crocklip


    Thanks La Shovelle and The_Pen_turner for the advice! I know plasterboard is often used for this purpose, so I would imagine that MDF would be just as good if not better than plasterboard for resisting moisture, hence my question. Obviously there is a big difference in cost between MR MDF and MDF especially when there are multiple windows to consider. Is sealing standard MDF with a moisture resistant paint an option perhaps?



  • #5
    the_pen_turner
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,598 ✭✭✭the_pen_turner


    cheap mdf is terrible . good mdf and good r mdf are not that diferent in price . i never use mdf , only mr or hydrofugo



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