Termites and other wood-eating insects destroy building materials and compromise the integrity of new structures. Even the most practiced team may struggle to control some infestations. Architectural Woods in Honolulu, HI, is proud to provide hardwood plywood treated with a high-quality insecticide that exceeds all indoor air quality standards for safe construction. The insecticide keeps pesky termites from eating into the wood, preventing two of the most common problems caused by termites: wood boring and burrowing.

How Termites Damage Hardwood Plywood

Wood Boring

Termites often tunnel through hardwood plywood, leaving round holes in their wake. Over time, the holes weaken the integrity of the material, causing the hardwood to become soft. Since the process happens slowly, the damage may not be noticed until long after the structure is complete.

Burrowing

Hardwood plywood is incredibly strong and durable, but the inner core of the material is easy for wood-eating insects to burrow into. The structure of the plywood makes it easy for these insects to take up residence in the material without damaging the outer layers. Since the damage is only done to the interior core of the plywood, the insects go unnoticed until the damage is so great that the wood cracks.

Why Insecticide Solves the Problem

Though insects have always been a problem, insecticides and the use of hardwood plywood indoors have received a lot of negative attention. Many hardwood plywood options use adhesives containing formaldehyde and other harmful chemicals that impact indoor air quality and can lead to health problems for occupants.

Architectural Woods supplies contractors with hardwood plywood made with soy-based adhesives. These adhesives are combined with a proprietary insecticide that integrates into the wood pulp itself, protecting the material from insect damage. The insecticide stays inside the wood pulp, keeping people inside safe without affecting the indoor air quality of the building.

Visit Architectural Woods online for more information about their hardwood plywood. Call (808) 833-1600 to place your order today or to ask any questions you have about their insect-proof lumber.