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Key Features
{{home}} For decorative and light joinery use
{{verified_user}} Suitable for humid conditions when sealed
{{fitness_center}} Resists warping and bending
{{wb_shade}} Intended for interior or covered use
Technical Specification
Technical Specification
URN:
4002044
Product:
Hardwood
Application:
Floors, roofs, walls
Indoor/Outdoor Usage:
Exterior (if treated), Interior
Material Type:
Hardwood
Nominal Thickness:
6mm
Finished Thickness:
5.5mm
Width:
1220mm
Length:
2440mm
Weight:
10kg
Sales Unit:
Sheet
Sales Unit Coverage:
2.98m2
Moisture Resistant:
No
Grade:
BB / CC
Wood Species:
Poplar
Treatment Type:
Untreated
Facing:
Hardwood
Edge:
Square
Bond Class:
BS EN636-2 (Class 2)
Colour:
Natural
Finish:
Veneer
Formaldehyde Level:
E1 (low)
Country of Origin:
China
Product Overview
Non-structural hardwood plywood sheet, measuring 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') with a 6mm thickness.
Made from cross-laminated hardwood veneers, kiln-dried and bonded with moisture-resistant adhesive, classified to EN636-2 (suitable for humid interiors or sheltered exteriors when sealed), it provides high strength, stability, and impact resistance.
Widely used for shelving back panels, craft projects, and light cladding, the smooth hardwood face is pre-sanded, allowing for painting, staining, or clear finishing where appearance matters.
Features & Benefits
Cross-grained veneer construction: Improves dimensional stability and reduces warping.
Humidity-Stable Bond: Meets EN636-2 standards for humid environments. While the adhesive is moisture-resistant, the wood requires a protective coating to prevent rot and water damage if used in wet areas or outdoors.
Non-structural classification: Decorative and light joinery uses only.
Hardwood face veneers: Smooth, sanded finish ready for paint, stain, or clear coatings.
Lightweight and workable: Easy to cut, drill, and handle.
Standard sheet size (2440mm x 1220mm): Compatible with common joinery formats, minimises waste.
Thickness 6mm: Ideal for backboards, cladding, and light joinery.
Please Note: Colour and finish are representative only and may vary slightly as this is a natural product. The actual finished thickness of this sheet is 5.5mm.
Applications
Floor underlayment: 6mm thickness provides a smooth, flat levelling layer over existing floorboards to prepare surfaces for LVT, vinyl, or linoleum.
Wall and ceiling cladding: Lightweight profile serves as a stable internal lining for residential and commercial partitions where a natural wood finish is required.
Van and vehicle lining: Hardwood construction provides a durable, impact-resistant surface for the internal walls and ceilings of commercial vehicle conversions.
Furniture components: 6mm ply is used for high-capacity drawer bottoms, cabinet back-panels, and internal dividers; for guidance on construction, see how to build drawers with plywood.
Bespoke templates and jigs: Rigid yet lightweight properties allow for the creation of accurate full-scale templates for worktop and staircase installations.
Exhibition and display panels: Suitable for constructing portable, reusable display boards and temporary information stands in retail or event settings.
Model making and crafts: Thin-profile hardwood provides a stable, paintable substrate for detailed architectural models and dollhouse construction.
Installation Guidance
Condition the boards: Store panels flat in the installation environment for at least 48 hours to allow the moisture content to stabilise.
Seal all edges: Apply a wood sealer or primer to all factory and site-cut edges to prevent moisture ingress and edge swelling.
Use appropriate fixings: Secure the board using staples, brad nails, or small-gauge screws at 100mm intervals along the perimeter.
Apply adhesive where required: Use a high-quality wood glue in conjunction with mechanical fixings for a permanent, rattle-free bond in furniture applications.
Avoid structural loading: Ensure this material is not used for flooring, roofing, or any application required to support significant weight.
Fit in controlled conditions: Intended for interior or covered use; for permanent exterior exposure, use a marine-grade alternative.
Compliance & Performance
Service class: EN 636-2, verified for use in humid internal conditions or protected exterior applications.
Bonding quality: EN 314-2 Class 2, ensuring the glue line performance is maintained in humid environments.
Non-structural note: This product is not CE/UKCA marked for permanent structural use in construction.
Important note: This product must be fully sealed on all faces and edges with an appropriate preservative or coating if used in sheltered exterior locations to prevent moisture-related degradation.
What Customers Are Saying
Customers consistently praise this 6mm plywood for its versatility and high-grade finish, particularly when used for ceiling cladding, cabinet back-panels, and internal joinery. Several reviewers highlight that the sheets are exceptionally flat and smooth, cutting cleanly without the flimsiness typically associated with thinner boards. The material's strength is a recurring theme, with DIYers noting it is sturdy enough for high-capacity drawer bottoms and heavy-tool storage. Delivery reliability is frequently mentioned, with buyers appreciating the use of corner protectors that ensure the wood arrives in perfect condition and on schedule.
Summarised by AI from customer reviews.
Delivery & Returns Information
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What to expect on delivery day
Deliveries are typically kerbside.
Please ensure someone is on-site to accept delivery. For heavier items, help with offloading may be required.
Many building materials arrive on large vehicles. If access is restricted, a specialist vehicle such as a HIAB may be required and could incur an additional charge.
Why delivery can cost more than typical parcel delivery
Building materials often travel on larger vehicles and usually carry fewer drops per run than parcel networks. That is why delivery charges can be higher than standard e-commerce shipping.
Returns
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How do I prevent the edges from splintering when sawing?
Non-structural plywood often has a very thin decorative veneer that is prone to "tear-out." To keep your craft projects looking professional, try these three tips:
The Tape Method: Apply a strip of masking tape or painter's tape over your cut line before sawing. This holds the wood fibres in place.
Zero-Clearance: If using a table saw, use a zero-clearance insert to support the wood right up to the blade.
Blade Choice: Use a high-tooth-count blade (60+ teeth for a circular saw). The more teeth, the cleaner the finish.
Can I bend 6mm plywood for curved craft projects?
While 6mm is a bit stiff, it can be bent into gentle curves. It is not as flexible as bendy ply - https://materialsmarket.com/building-materials/sheet-materials/plywood-sheets/flexible-plywood
Would this be suitable as underlayment?
The subfloor is fine (OSB) but need a smoother surface to glue self-adhesive LVT tiles to. I’m aware that priming the plywood is a must but was wondering if this thickness would work as it doesn’t need to be structural.
5-6mm plywood is commonly used to prepare floors in advance of laying LVT flooring. The additional factors that you will need to consider are as follows:
- Suitable fixings to the subfloor - The ply must be well secured with the appropriate amount of fixings to avoid movement which would affect the finished floor.
- Moisture - in high moisture areas product selection is more important.
- Level - will self-levelling be needed to prepare the floor further
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