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Marine Plywood also has a structural strength suitable for the construction and building industry to ensure when it is used under load, it will meet all regulations. There are stringent requirements on face and core veneers, they require solid surfaces free from open defects and stipulations on the nature and frequency of knots. These high quality veneers are then bonded using a resin to meet bonding Class 3 of BS EN 314-2 Plywood, in most circumstances this would be a phenolic resin or a modified melamine-formaldehyde resin. Importance of the finish mm (3 ply) / 3 mm (3 ply) / 4 mm (3 ply) / 5 mm (5 ply) / 6 mm (5 ply) / 8 mm (7 ply) / 9mm (7 ply) / 12 mm (9 ply) / 15 mm (9 ply) / 18 mm (11 ply) / 22 mm (11 ply) / 25 mm (15 ply) Exclusively produced to our specification, Robbins Elite is produced in a Lloyds approved mill ensuring consistent quality. Suitable for marine use, but not for immersion in water, only for water resistant and high moisture.
In practice Marine Ply is also used in other applications where a high performance level and long service life are required. Wherever it is used the ply edges and faces need to be primed and sealed prior to application.With a pale mahogany colour, it is ideal for fitting out and general constructional work, along with many other uses such as bulkheads, panelling, cabin and shower doors etc. At Howarth Timber & Building Supplies, we sell a wide range of plywood sheets. Knowing which one you will need will depend on a few factors: Manufactured from selected Gaboon (Okoume) veneers throughout, it has an attractive close grained face which is perfect for varnishing and finishes well. Looking for alternative plywood? We have a range of different options for you to complete your project. Shop our plywood collection or explore each category:
Marine grade plywood is the highest quality plywood available. It is referred to as "Marine grade" because it must be completely capable of withstanding rain, snow, and water on a regular, recurrent basis to qualify. However, this is not the only requirement for a piece of plywood to be labelled as marine grade. Wall Paneling: For interior wall paneling in areas where moisture might be a concern, 6mm marine plywood can be used to add a decorative touch while ensuring durability. We offer the Robbins Super Elite Plus range for collection or delivery, in 2500 x 1220 mm sheets (or cut to size if necessary), in the following sizes:Shop our marine plywood sheets for your construction needs here at Harlow Bros., designed specifically for boat building, outdoor furniture, and other internal or external environments impacted by moisture.
The first choice for many renowned boatbuilding craftsmen for its aesthetic qualities, Super Elite Plus is made from multi-laminate Sapele veneers for stability, and has extremely high quality rotary cut Sapele faces. It has a superb fine sanded face veneer face quality and is ideal for epoxy coating, clear finishing or painting. The edges of most panel types are more porous than the panel surfaces. As a result, absorption at the edges is greater than on the face and if panels are subject to a changing humid or exterior climate, care must be taken to ensure that the edges are adequately sealed. In marine use there are specialist Sika adhesives and a variety of epoxy resins. The resins are normally applied to a minimum depth of seven coats. Marine Ply Uses and ApplicationsWith its additional level of veneers, high-quality face veneers, waterproof bonding, and gap-free core Marine Plywood is often the go-to when working in damp or moist conditions, and common uses are:
Cabinetry and Interior Joinery: In interior design and woodworking, 6mm marine plywood is often used for constructing cabinets, shelves, and other interior joinery components, particularly in spaces where occasional moisture exposure may occur. Marine Grade Plywood is a sturdier, higher-quality material manufactured with high-quality face and core biologically durable hardwoods throughout. This type of wood's thin sheets of veneer (plies) is usually set up perpendicularly as part of a process called cross-lamination that helps add extra strength to the material. We are committed to providing our customers with the best quality products, so when you buy marine plywood from Harlow Bros, you can rest assured you are purchasing the best. Our Selection of Marine Plywoodmm (3 ply) / 6 mm (5 ply) / 9mm (7 ply) / 12 mm (9 ply) / 15 mm (9 ply) / 18 mm (11 ply) / 25 mm (15 ply) Due to its excellent strength to weight ratio, it is also very popular for dingy construction and racing boat building. Quality plywood is a versatile general-purpose construction product that is supplied as panels for a cost-effective alternative to solid wood. The cross-grain style of the sheet allows it to handle high levels of pressure, and it is suitable for a wide range of uses including: Craft and DIY Projects: Like its thinner counterpart, 4mm marine plywood, 6mm marine plywood is often used by craft enthusiasts and DIY hobbyists for various creative projects and small woodworking tasks. Plywood is an engineered timber that is closely related to MDF and chipboard that are also used as sheet materials. It is manufactured from engineered wood that has been cut into fine veneers that are layered by rotating each tier by 90 degrees and glued together. This is different from solid wood which has a grain that goes in one direction and is referred to as a cross-grain technique. This method has a variety of benefits to the material created:
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