Hardwood plywood is known for its durability in external applications. Boards are generally constructed from tropical hardwood veneers and the veneers glued using Phenal Formaldehyde adhesive. Hardwood plywood has a smooth finish ready for painting and can be used in most internal and external applications.
Hardwood WBP Plywood
| Face Veneer | BB/CC |
| Glue Line | WBP |
| Sheet Size | 2440x1220 |
| Thickness (mm) | 4/6/9/12/15/18/22/25 |
Available in FSC Certified.
Marine Plywood BS1088 *
| Face Veneer | BB/CC |
| Glue Line | WBP |
| Sheet Size | 2440x1220 |
| Thickness (mm) | 12/18/25 |
Limited FSC availability.
Hardwood WBP Plywood - Fire Rated
| Face Veneer | BB/CC |
| Glue Line | WBP |
| Sheet Size | 2440x1220 |
| Thickness (mm) | 12/18 |
| Fire Rating | Class '0' (Euro 'B') |
Available in FSC Certified.
*The glue used on marine plywood is essentially the same as glue used on WBP. The superiority of the marine plywood for demanding end uses relates to the greater control over types and thickness of veneer and the manufacturing processes.