Hello everyone, I am planning to install new IKEA Platsa furniture in a room that occasionally experiences some moisture due to an adjacent terrace – especially after rain and during periods of high humidity. Since PLATSA is mainly made of particleboard with a foil coating, I am concerned about swelling edges and the overall durability of the furniture under these conditions.
Does anyone have experience or proven methods for effectively protecting PLATSA furniture from moisture without affecting the appearance or damaging the furniture? I am thinking of possible sealants, undercoating, or other technical solutions. It is particularly important to me that the furniture remains flexible and is not restricted in its assembly by too rigid protective layers.
Thank you in advance for your tips and advice!
Does anyone have experience or proven methods for effectively protecting PLATSA furniture from moisture without affecting the appearance or damaging the furniture? I am thinking of possible sealants, undercoating, or other technical solutions. It is particularly important to me that the furniture remains flexible and is not restricted in its assembly by too rigid protective layers.
Thank you in advance for your tips and advice!
Thank you very much for the detailed tips, especially the advice regarding waterproof coatings and the additional sealing with silicone, which I found very useful.
I have an additional question: What about the back panels made of thin material in the Platsa system? Does it make sense to treat them for moisture resistance or to replace them? Or is that rather pointless due to the thin construction?
I have an additional question: What about the back panels made of thin material in the Platsa system? Does it make sense to treat them for moisture resistance or to replace them? Or is that rather pointless due to the thin construction?
Goreo61 schrieb:
How about the back panels made of thin material in the PLATSA system? Does it make sense to treat them for moisture or replace them?The thin back panels are often made of thin hardboard or particleboard, which are sensitive to moisture. Applying a water-repellent protective coating is advisable and extends their lifespan.
Alternatively, you can use more durable back panels made of water-resistant OSB boards or moisture-resistant MDF, which can be cut to size and coated accordingly. It is important that they remain smooth and flat to maintain the stability of the furniture.