Plywood is made from wood species such as spruce, pine and fir. When manufacturing plywood, each individual adjacent layer is rotated from 45-90 degrees so the wood grain is going in different directions in each layer, which improves strength and prevents warping. This is otherwise known as cross-graining, which means the growth lines are not adjacent to the long edge of the board. This adds to the strength of the finished product and explains its enduring popularity as a building product

Can Plywood Sheets Be Used Outside?

Our hardwood structural plywood can be used for exterior and interior applications, provided they are sealed correctly. External plywood board is a versatile material, the layers have a negligible core gap which limits the amount that can get into the plywood. It is moisture-resistant and water-resistant and is perfectly suited for structural tasks where occasional wetting may occur. We also carry marine plywood on our site which is even better suited to outdoor use. As is the case with all our materials, correct installation should be ensured in order for materials to work correctly.

Can You Paint Plyboard Sheets?

Painting plywood is possible with the right primer and paint. Consider your desired outcome before starting. For artistic projects, opt for acrylic primer and paints. For painting a plywood floor at home, choose heavy-duty acrylic latex or oil-based paint.On the other hand, if it is only a small project, spray paint may suffice.It may be worth choosing a roller if the area you intend to paint is a large one. Remember to ensure that the roller is one that is compatible with the type of paint and primer that you are using. It is also important to sand the plyboard smooth before painting it and you can get coarse sandpaper of around 80-100 grit or use a sanding block or machine to do this.After the sanding is complete, you may notice that there are some obvious holes in the plywood that need filling and this can be done using wood filler and a putty knife, before sanding it smooth once it has dried in.Before priming and painting, remember to mask off any areas that you don’t want to paint, so that there are no problems later on.

What Are Plywood Sheet Sizes In The UK?

“How big is a sheet of plywood” is a common question we get asked, and it depends whether you mean plywood sheet thickness in mm or the dimensions in either metric or imperial. The standard dimensions are 2440mm x 1220mm or 8” x 4” respectively whereas plywood sheet thickness can vary. We stock a range of 8x4 plywood sheets, as well as 8x2 plywood sheets.Thin plywood sheets start at 5.5mm and large plywood sheets go all the way up to 25mm, depending on your requirements. We have a wide variety of different thicknesses to suit the type of job you need to do. It should be noted that Marine plywood, while thinner than our other plywood, actually has more density to it, so while the sheets can be thinner, they are actually more durable than a hardwood plywood sheet of the same thickness.

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5mm Bendy Flexible Plywood Cross Grain 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')

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5mm Bendy Flexible Plywood Cross Grain 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')

8mm Bendy Flexible Plywood Long Grain 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')

8mm Bendy Flexible Plywood Cross Grain 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')

12mm Fire Rated Plywood Euroclass B 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')

5mm Bendy Flexible Plywood Long Grain 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')

9mm Elliotis Softwood Pine Structural Plywood 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')

12mm Birch Plywood Throughout BB/BB 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 33

18mm Birch Plywood Throughout BB/BB 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 22

5.5mm Non-Structural Hardwood Plywood Sheet 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 165

9mm Structural Hardwood Plywood Sheet 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 100

12mm Structural Hardwood Plywood Sheet 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 75

18mm Structural Hardwood Plywood Sheet 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 50

25mm Structural Hardwood Plywood Sheet 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 36

12mm Marine Plywood BS1088 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 75

18mm Marine Plywood BS1088 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 50

25mm Marine Plywood BS1088 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 36

9mm Elliotis Softwood Pine Structural Plywood 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 100

12mm Elliotis Softwood Pine Structural Plywood 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') - Pack of 75

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