Fire resistant?

[blackshuck]

I am planning to make a fireplace surround. Could somebody please tell me if using MDF would be a wise idea? If not what should I use?

Thanks in advance.

 

[breezer]

surely mdf will catch fire?

 

[salem2000]

surely mdf will catch fire?

As would ALL wood products when exposed to fire. It would all depend on how far away it would be from the heat source.

 

[chappers]

should be ok for a normal fire surround but you can get fire retardant mdf if your unsure

 

[wickerman]

Majority of surrounds are made out of standard mdf, the rest wood, except for those who have lods of cash, stone

 

[blackshuck]

Thank you all for your help - it's much appreciated!