About
Plywood
Plywood is a composite wood panel made from thin layers of wood veneer, known as plies or veneers, bonded together with adhesive under heat and pressure. The arrangement of these layers is what lends plywood its exceptional strength, stability, and resilience. Plywood is manufactured by laying long grain sheets on short grain, called cross-graining. This method of laying has several important benefits: it reduces the tendency of wood to split when nailed at the edges; it reduces expansion and shrinkage, providing improved dimensional stability; and it makes the strength of the panel consistent across all directions. There is usually an odd number of plies, so that the sheet is balanced—this reduces warping. Because plywood is bonded with grains running against one another and with an odd number of composite parts, it has high stiffness perpendicular to the grain direction of the surface ply.
Our Offerings
Plywood Species
Size of plywood:
- 152.5*152.5 (5*5) square size
- 2440*1220 (8*4) long grain
- 1220*2440 (4*8) short grain
Thicknesses:
Thickness varies from 2.7mm to 30mm for interior and exterior plywood.
For film face thicknesses varies from 15mm to 24mm
We Can Offer
Birch Plywood
Poplar Plywood
Marine Plywood
Decorative Plywood
Film Face Plywood
Manufacturing
Plywood Manufacturing
Crafting plywood is a meticulous process that involves several stages of production:
Log Selection
High-quality logs are carefully selected based on their species, size, and wood grain characteristics.
Peeling
The selected logs are rotary-cut or sliced into thin veneer sheets using specialized peeling machinery.
Drying
The veneer sheets undergo a drying process to remove excess moisture and prevent warping.
Assembly
The dried veneers are arranged in a cross-grain orientation, with each layer perpendicular to the adjacent one, to maximize strength and stability.
Gluing
Adhesive, typically a resin-based compound, is applied between the veneer layers to bond them together.
Pressing
The assembled veneer stack is placed in a hydraulic press, which undergoes heat and pressure to facilitate bonding and curing of the adhesive.
Trimming and Finishing
Once cured, the plywood panels are trimmed to size, sanded, and finished according to the desired specifications.
Applications
Plywood Applications
Plywood’s versatility knows no bounds, making it an indispensable material in a wide range of applications:
- Furniture & cabinets: Furniture makers are drawn to plywood for its myriad benefits that elevate their craft. Plywood’s inherent strength and stability, stemming from its cross-grain construction, ensure furniture pieces resist warping and maintain durability over time. Its uniformity allows for consistent results, facilitating predictable workability and flawless finishes. Versatility is another key draw, enabling furniture makers to explore creative designs and push boundaries, whether crafting modern or traditional pieces. Plywood’s cost-effectiveness makes it an attractive option for both large-scale production and budget-conscious projects, without sacrificing quality. Environmental sustainability is also a factor, as plywood is sourced from responsibly managed forests and is recyclable. Finally, plywood’s ease of workability ensures that furniture makers of all skill levels can efficiently bring their design visions to life, utilizing standard woodworking tools or advanced techniques. Overall, furniture makers cherish plywood for its strength, stability, versatility, affordability, sustainability, and ease of use, making it an indispensable material in the world of furniture design and construction.
- Construction:
- Exterior Wall Sheathing and cladding: exterior plywood is used as a common type of exterior wall sheathing. It is strong and durable and can provide a good base for finishes such as siding or brick. Plywood is also easy to install and is available in a variety of thicknesses to suit different applications.
- Interior Walls: plywood can be used in interior design by making claddings that create a seamless and modern look. Whether left natural for a minimalist aesthetic or finished with paint, stain, or decorative veneers, plywood paneling adds warmth and texture to any room. Plywood can be used for custom installation and architectural detail, such as built-in seating, wall-mounted desks, and display niches. In addition: Plywood panels can be incorporated into interior walls to improve acoustic performance and reduce sound transmission between rooms. When combined with sound-absorbing materials, such as insulation or acoustic panels, plywood can help create quiet, comfortable environments for work, relaxation, or entertainment.
- Roofing: Plywood is commonly used as roof sheathing or decking material in residential and commercial roofing systems. It serves as a structural substrate for roofing materials such as asphalt shingles, metal roofing, clay tiles, and concrete slabs, providing a solid and reliable base for weatherproofing and protection against the elements.
- Flooring: Plywood is frequently used as an underlayment or subflooring material in flooring installations. Its sturdy construction and uniform structure make it an ideal foundation for various types of finished flooring materials, such as hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile. Plywood provides a smooth and stable surface that helps to distribute the weight of foot traffic evenly, reducing the risk of sagging, squeaking, or unevenness in the floor. It’s easy to install, moisture resistant and capable of withstanding heavy loads.
- Crafts & Other projects
The Origin Story
A Brief History of Plywood
The concept of plywood traces its roots back to ancient Egypt and China, where early civilizations utilized thin wooden panels for various applications. However, it wasn’t until the early 20th century that modern plywood as we know it today began to take shape.
