Because particle board is made up of several different types of wood (chips, sawdust, waste materials), termites LOVE to eat particle board. Another major attractant of termites to particle board is its ability to swell with moisture.

What wood do termites not eat?

Termites don't eat Redwood, Brazilian Jatoba, Walnut, Mahogany, Teak, and Cypress. These woods are naturally resistant to termites. Research have shown that these woods repel the termites and kill 75 % of the termites that attacks them.

Can termites eat HDF?

Termites will not eat chipboard, MDF, laminates or other wood mixed with glue. They may travel over these materials to get to the “good stuff” like your timber infrastructure and built-in framework.