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What is MgO board used for?

MgO board can be used for sheathing, subflooring, floor underlayment, siding, and building panels. It is an eco-friendly product that is fire, water, mold, impact, rodent, and insect resistant.

MgO board can be used for sheathing, subflooring, floor underlayment, siding, and building panels. It is an eco-friendly product that is fire, water, mold, impact, rodent, and insect resistant.

Versatile and eco-friendly our MAXTERRA MgO panels serve as an excellent alternative to traditional gypsum and cement-based boards. Its unique properties make it ideal for a variety of applications, including:

 

  1. Wall and ceiling panels: MgO panels provide a sturdy, fire-resistant, and moisture-resistant surface, making them perfect for both interior and exterior wall and ceiling installations in residential and commercial buildings.
  2. Flooring substrate: As a highly stable, water-resistant, and termite-proof material, MgO panel is an ideal choice for underlayment in flooring projects, including tile, hardwood, and laminate floors.
  3. Fire protection: With exceptional fire-resistant properties, MgO panels are commonly utilized in fire-rated assemblies, such as fire barriers, firewalls, and fire doors, to enhance safety in commercial and residential structures.
  4. Acoustic insulation: Due to its excellent sound-absorbing capabilities, MgO panels are used to create soundproof walls, floors, and ceilings in various spaces, like theaters, recording studios, and multi-family dwellings.
  5. SIPS (Structural Insulated Panels): MgO panels can be used as the outer layers of SIPS, which are energy-efficient building components, combining insulation and structural support in a single product.