What is MiraTEC trim made of?

This process was designed specifically for MiraTEC trim. In this patented process, wood fiber, phenolic resins, zinc borate (a wood preservative), a water repellent and other ingredients are combined and formed into a thick fiber mat. This mat is loaded into a sealed cavity.

People also ask, what is MiraTEC?

MiraTEC is a treated Composite trim that combines the eye-catching beauty of cedar with the long-lasting performance of an engineered product. MiraTEC trim is uniformly thick and dense, with no voids or knots. MiraTEC backs its product with an industry-best 50-year limited warranty.

Secondly, can you stain MiraTEC? TOPCOATS – Use low or non-chalking exterior acrylic latex paint, low chalking acrylic or acrylic heavy bodied latex stain, or gloss or semi-gloss oil base paint. Only MiraTEC Trim with wood-like texture is suitable for staining.

Also question is, is MiraTEC any good?

>> MiraTEC performs close to 4 times better in Weatherability Testing. >> OSB is not reversible. >> MiraTEC doesn't require significant maintenance and replacement, because it resists moisture, rot and termites. Primed wood may be treated, but many do not offer rot and termite protection.

Does MiraTEC need to be painted?

MiraTEC trim is manufactured from wood and must be painted with an exterior coating system in accordance with the following specifica- tions to fulfill the warranty requirements. PAINT APPLICATION: 1. Prime all exposed field-cut edges of MiraTEC trim and also topcoat those edges which will be exposed to the weather.

Is MiraTEC waterproof?

Because it is not hardboard, MiraTEC trim will not delaminate, is moisture, rot and termite resistant, and is backed by a 50-year limited warranty. Moisture resistant: As measured by ASTM D1037 for water absorption and thickness swelling.

What is Extira MDF?

Extira Panels are Engineered for Outdoor Use. Made with the same proprietary TEC™ process used to make MiraTEC, Extira is a revolutionary product for exterior applications that performs better than wood or MDF. Twice as strong as MDF, Extira is made to be used outside.

How do you cut PVC board?

Cut with carbide-tipped saw blades and bits Cut PVC trim boards with the same hand and power tools that you use for wood. But use only carbide-tipped saw blades; plain steel ones will dull quickly. In general, the more teeth a blade has, the smoother the cut edges will be. We recommend standard combination saw blades.