2006-08-12 05:46:53 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I have only seen this in south Spain but then again it doesn't rain down there very often , so don't feel to bad it was a good suggestion. But all the above answers are correct it will suck in water and fall apart.Try B & Q they have cheap plastic facia boards and you wont have to paint them they just nail over the existing facia board.
2006-08-12 06:09:09 · answer #1 · answered by simjam31 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No- Facia is perhaps 8 inches, after you cut MDF board that size, it will warp like hell between Rafter tails or look outs- Common practice is 2x6 as a backer for Vinyl or Aluminum Facia with same as soffit. If you want Wood, use No 2 Pine or Redwood. Do not use Plywood of any kind.
2006-08-12 14:03:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is a product in the U.S. called MDB(multi density board).it come 3/4 in.,4x8 sheet.it has been used on cape cod(think saltwater) for years on exterior trim,such as trim for 1/2 round window.of course it is painted and i have never seen a problem with it.
there is also a composite 3/4 trim board that has been popping up alot on houses on the ocean lately.it is a PVC composite material that comes in differant widths and lenths,is paintable,and will never rot.it is very exspensive,though it should last a lifetime.i think you can get it in a 4/8 sheet also.might be something to look into.good luck.
2006-08-12 13:24:39 · answer #3 · answered by jitterbugjims 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not you should really only use hardwood but if you want to do a cheap job , well prepared wood,you can buy actual facia- board!
2006-08-12 13:04:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a waterproof version of MDF but it's hard to find and very expensive. Stick to marine ply, and make sure it's well painted/treated.
2006-08-12 13:00:50 · answer #5 · answered by geminipetelondon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you would be better using Marine quality plywood, or it might be called exterior plywood depending where you are from,
MDF is for interior use only
2006-08-12 12:57:19 · answer #6 · answered by ryn 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't - it is of similar consistency to weetabix (ie after soaking in milk) when wet.
2006-08-12 12:57:14 · answer #7 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
nope as soon as it gets wet it swells up and eventually falls to bits
2006-08-12 12:55:19 · answer #8 · answered by ♥fluffykins_69♥ 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ends up like soggy weetabix
2006-08-12 15:50:20 · answer #9 · answered by sparky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it swells when it gets wet.
2006-08-12 12:53:25 · answer #10 · answered by Jenni 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋