Termite Infestation is a biggest threat in the wood industry!
Termite is a group of cellulose eating insects. It start consume woods from the insect out, resulting create hollow or papery due to the timber having been eaten away.
DO TERMITES EAT PLYWOOD?
Termite can cause significant damage to the wooden furniture. It typically enters through wall paneling, ceilings, external walls etc. A single termite can easily destroy your furniture, doors and windows. It get settle in water prone areas and become more active during monsoon season. It is important to seek professional advice if you suspect you have been the victim of termite attack.
If you want your furniture to last for years and protect the same from termite attack is to buy Anti termite plywood / termite -resistant plywood. There are several different types of plywood and wood timbers available; here is a quick guide about such plywood and timbers.
TERMITE RESISTANT PLYWOOD OR TREATED TERMITE PROOF PLYWOOD?
Plywood panels are painted with water based acrylic latex paints and Epoxy paints, it gives strength and durability of the wood and plywood hold paint well. But, to protect plywood affect from termite, paint cannot be considered to be termite proof, but it resistant to infestations much better than unpainted wood.
Now a days, many plywood brands in the market can make plywood panels undergo a special chemical treatment. This way the chemically treated plywood becomes termite resistant plywood that help repel termites. Unfortunately, many local manufacturers who does not apply proper termite – resistant coating, resulting applied chemicals fade away over a period of time , your plywood is going to be termite prone again.
Therefore, if you decided to go with plywood for your interior projects, It is logical that you opt for Termite-Proof Plywood.
Termite –Proof Plywood is a wooden furniture building material which resists the insects and termites that cause them to infest wood products. Calibre and Dvonn Plywood consists of 100% Anti termite Plywood range, in Hardwood MR 303 and Waterproof BWP 710, nearly 4 to 5 different wood types available, which carry upto 25 years of warranty* against termite/borer/powder issue. Calibre Plywood that has undergone pressure treatment to achieve termite proof quality. This type of treatment essentially fills the timber with a chemical compound Imidacloprid, which is chloronicotinyl insecticide that acts as a blockade to termites.
TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR FURNITURE FROM TERMITE ATTACK
Moisture: Make sure the furniture is not exposed to moisture of any kind. Good ventilation results to get rid of excess moisture from home. Don’t keep furniture in the outdoors, especially in garden. Mulch like materials spread over the soil surface attract moisture during the Rainy season. Always use dry cloth to clean the wooden furniture instead of water.
Building Foundation Condition: Cracks in the building and foundation, usually tends to invite termites. They often find their way in construction gaps like an expansion joint. It commonly found around basements, moldings and beams.
Wood Polish: Regular wood polish is best way to keep safe your furniture from termites, use termite – resistant wood polish , which create hard and glossy coating over the wood which protect and preserve your furniture.
Homemade protection against termite attack:
Aloe Vera Gel: Aloe vera is one of the best natural ways to create a thick barrier on your furniture, keep termites away. Gel we get from aloe vera leaf, mix with water. Spray the mixture over your furniture. Repeat the same procedure for some days.
Spray Neem Oil: Neemoil will kill termites. It should be applied repeatedly on the furniture till termites are completely destroyed. Mix neem oil with water and few drops of dish soap, shake up the mixture and apply it on wooden furniture.
Salt Treatment (if small patches found): If any termite infestation as small patches, need to sprinkle the salt on the affected area. Also, salt+ water (same amount) can be injecting the affected place through syringe.
