Applicable Standards:
– BS EN 313 – Plywood classification, terminology
– BS EN 314-2 – Bonding quality
– BS EN 635 – Plywood classification by surface appearance
– BS EN 636 – Plywood specificationGOST Grading Standard
Birch Plywood is constructed using solid birch veneers and then overlaid with a quality birch face veneer on either side. It is widely used in joinery and furniture making as it has a clean, bright appearance which is aesthetically pleasing. As it is birch and has a construction of the board it is very strong but also light and easily machined. It has a BB graded face meaning it is clear of defects and may have very small knots ,hence its use for furniture and joinery applications.
Key Features
- High quality face veneer
- Aesthetically pleasing
- Strong
- Easily machined
- Joinery grade
Application
Birch Plywood is widely used in making furniture due to its quality finish, having almost a defect free surface. It has a quality finish surface which can be left without stain or varnish to reveal its natural beautiful layers. Birch plywood has many uses, for example it is commonly used in making; shelves, cabinet, boxes, drawers, table tops, flooring, packaging and many other internal constructions. Birch Plywood can be cut to size using handsaw, but where accuracy and efficiency is of importance it is advised to use an electric saw.
