18mm Elliotis Softwood Pine Structural Plywood 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')

Colour and finish are representative only and may vary slightly as this is a natural product.

What is Elliotis 18mm Softwood Plywood?

Elliotis 18mm softwood plywood is a high-quality panel made exclusively from Elliottis pine wood. This single-species plywood is known for its versatility, durability, and cost-effectiveness. 

Commonly referred to as roofing plywood, Elliotis 18mm plywood is a robust and economical alternative to hardwood plywood. It offers strong structural properties, making it an excellent choice for a variety of construction applications. 

Whether used in interior or covered exterior settings, this plywood is designed to meet the rigorous demands of construction projects, providing a dependable material for walls, floors, and various structural applications.

Applications

Structural Roofing:

• Roof Decking / Sheathing: Creating the structural deck beneath various roof coverings like felt, shingles, or single-ply membranes in ventilated cold roof constructions.

Structural Flooring:

• Subflooring: Providing a strong, stable base laid over joists, ready for finished flooring materials.
• Mezzanine Decking: Suitable for creating load-bearing floors in mezzanine structures.

Structural Walls:

• Wall Sheathing: Used in timber frame construction to provide racking strength and form the structural backing for insulation and cladding (must be protected from direct weather long-term).

Site & Temporary Applications:

• Site Hoarding: A standard, cost-effective choice for secure temporary fencing around construction sites.
• Temporary Protection: Covering floors, windows, or other surfaces during building work.
• Basic Shuttering/Formwork: Suitable for forming concrete where a high-quality surface finish is not critical.

General Construction & Utility:

• Shed & Outbuilding Construction: Floors, walls, and roofs of garden buildings where structural integrity is required.
• Packing Cases & Crates: Building robust containers.
• Heavy-Duty Shelving & Racking: In workshops, garages, or storage areas.

Benefits

• Cost-Effective: As a more affordable alternative to hardwood plywood, it provides significant cost savings without compromising on quality or performance.
• Versatile Applications: Its broad range of applications makes it a highly versatile material, suitable for everything from structural work to fine joinery.
• Exceptional Strength and Stability: The plywood's excellent load-bearing properties ensure it can handle substantial weight and stress, making it ideal for critical structural applications.
• Ease of Use: Can be effortlessly cut, screwed, glued, and painted, facilitating a smooth and efficient construction process. Its compatibility with both hand and machine tools enhances its utility in various settings.
• Interior and Covered Exterior Use: While primarily designed for interior use, it can also be employed in covered exterior applications if adequately treated.