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Windsor Plywood offers a comprehensive selection of cabinet-grade and construction-grade plywood and sheet goods, ideal for everything from fine woodworking to structural applications. Whether you're building custom cabinetry, shelving, or tackling a renovation, we have the right materials in a variety of sizes, thicknesses, and finishes. Choose from high-quality hardwood veneers like maple, oak, and birch, or durable construction-grade panels designed to stand up to demanding use. Be sure to ask about our specialty products that include aircraft plywood, marine grade plywood, bending plywood, superlite MDF and even whiteboards. Our sheet goods are carefully sourced for consistency, performance, and value—perfect for professionals and DIYers alike. With decades of experience and a reputation for carrying hard-to-find products, Windsor Plywood is your trusted destination for specialty wood and sheet materials in Canada and beyond. Visit your local store for expert guidance, custom cutting options, and a wide selection of in-stock and special-order plywood solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tropical marine-grade plywood and what is it used for?
Tropical marine-grade plywood is manufactured from tropical hardwood species using waterproof phenol-formaldehyde adhesive, with all-hardwood veneer cores and no voids. It is used for boat building, marine structures, docks, exterior construction in extreme moisture environments, and any application requiring plywood with maximum moisture resistance, structural integrity, and durability.
How does marine-grade plywood differ from exterior-grade plywood?
Both marine and exterior grades use waterproof adhesive, but marine-grade specifies that all veneers are free of voids and knots, producing a full-strength panel throughout. Exterior-grade plywood allows voids in interior plies, which can trap moisture and cause internal delamination in severe wet conditions. For boat building and structural marine applications, the void-free requirement of marine grade is essential.
What tropical species is tropical marine plywood made from?
Tropical marine plywood is typically manufactured from Meranti (Shorea spp.) or similar tropical hardwood species from Southeast Asia that have been used for marine plywood production for decades. The species group provides the hardness, durability, and dimensional stability suited to marine applications. Confirm the specific species and grade certification with Windsor Plywood staff for your application.
Does tropical marine plywood meet BS 1088 or other marine standards?
Marine plywood is available in different certification grades. BS 1088 is the British Standard specifying the highest-quality marine plywood with all-hardwood, void-free construction and the most stringent face veneer quality requirements. Other grades provide marine-adhesive bonding without the same face veneer specifications. Confirm the specific standard applicable to your product with Windsor Plywood staff for applications where certification matters.
Does Windsor Plywood carry tropical marine plywood?
Windsor Plywood carries tropical marine-grade plywood for marine and demanding exterior structural applications subject to current availability and thickness. Contact your local Windsor Plywood branch to confirm current marine plywood stock, species, certification grade, and available thicknesses for your project.