Answering The Most Frequently Asked Plywood Questions
Plywood
is arguably the most important component needed to build a stable foundation
for your interiors. Not only are they versatile, but with the technological
advancements opening up new avenues for manufacturers to produce better and
better plywood, it has become indispensable to the activity of building a new
house or renovating an old one.
If you
are in need of some premium quality, superior strength, durable & sturdy
plywood, you can trust CenturyPly. To make your buying decision simple, we will
be answering some Frequently Asked Questions about plywood.
Q1.
What is plywood?
Answer:
Plywood
is a form of engineered or man-made wood that is used extensively for interior
decor purposes. It is manufactured by layering thin layers or plies of natural wood veneers (core veneers and
panel veneers alternatively) one on top of each other at right angles which are
glued together with adhesives & additives. The adhesives & additives
used in the manufacturing process of plywood give it its unique qualities-- for
instance, CenturyPly
BWP plywood is manufactured using only the best BWP grade resins
that impart its waterproof qualities. Additionally, the unique GLP formula
which is a patented CenturyPly treatment makes it 100% borer & termite
proof, ensuring longevity for your furniture.
Q2.
What are the different grades of plywood?
Answer:
There
are mainly three grades of plywood available in the Indian market, namely MR
grade or Moisture Resistant plywood, BWR or Boiling Water Resistant grade
plywood and BWP or Boiling Waterproof grade plywood.
MR
grade plywood, commonly known as commercial plywood is a preferred building
material for all commercial purposes. It is strong & durable, ensuring that
your furniture stands the test of time. As the name suggests, it is fairly
resistant against normal levels of humidity and moisture but is commonly used
in areas where there is little to no probability of contact with water. Our
range of MR grade plywood-- Sainik
MR and WIN MR
are high quality MR grade products that are available at an affordable price,
and come with a 5 year warranty against borer and termite attacks..
BWR
plywood has a slightly higher resistance to moisture, humidity & water and
is therefore used in areas that may or may not be exposed to water. It is still
not 100% waterproof and should be avoided in wet areas.
BWP
plywood is often called Marine Plywood due to its highest resistance to water,
is a superior grade of waterproof plywood. It is the most advanced variant
out of the three and is widely used in all areas of a house, especially in the
wet areas such as the kitchen, bathroom, dining room and such. Our range
of BWP grade plywood- ArchitectPly, Club
Prime, Bond 710,
Firewall, Sainik 710 are high quality BWP
grade products that have a warranty ranging from 8 years to lifetime.
Q3.
What are the features of plywood?
Answer:
Plywood
is one of the most dynamic building materials, owing to its numerous features.
Keeping in mind the various needs of the Indian & global customer base, we
came up with a versatile range of plywood that can cater to everyone’s needs.
Century Plywood is:
- Supremely
strong, owing to the hand-picked premium quality raw materials and highest
quality of adhesives & additives used. Moreover, we use more numbers of
plies for an extra boost of strength.
- Borer
& Termite proof. Both our grade and BWP grade plywood is treated and
completed protected from borer and termite attacks. We even offer a warranty on
such attacks ranging for 5 years to lifetime.
-
Antimicrobial & antiviral. Our plywood range is made with the latest
nanotechnology that we call ViroKill Technology. This helps kill more than 99%
viruses, bacteria, fungus & microbes upon making contact. Antiviral
plywood is a revolutionary invention, taking us one step closer
to creating a safer home environment.
- Warp
& Bend Resistant. CenturyPly plywood variants are dimensionally
stable with an even, smooth surface. There are no core gaps present that may
lead to warping or bending and eventual deterioration of plywood.
Q4.
What are the applications of plywood?
Answer:
Plywood
can be used in many interior decor elements, depending on its grade, thickness
and size.
Grade: MR grade plywood should be
used in dry areas of the house-- for instance, to make the bed, sofa,
bookshelves, desks & drawers, study table and more. BWP grade plywood can
be used in every area of the house but should be especially used to make kitchen
cabinets, coffee tables, dining tables, bathroom vanities and the likes.
Thickness: Plywood come in different
thicknesses to help you choose the correct one for your requirement. For
instance, you will need a thick plywood to make a weight-absorbing bed while a
thinner plywood will do for a coffee table. This is because the thicker the
plywood, the denser it is, the stronger it will be. Apart from the density of
the plywood, thickness also matters when there is a question of practicality.
Thinner plywood works better to make compartments or partitions inside a closet
or a drawer where thick plywood would not give the desired outcome.
Size: Plywood can be found in sheets
of different sizes-- a small sheet can be used to make a kid’s chair, table or
even a bedside table whereas a bigger plywood sheet will be more feasible for
making a home-office table.
Now
that you know the answer to few of the most frequently asked questions about
plywood, you should feel confident about making it a part of your next building
or renovation project. You can check out our website for all the details of our
wide range of MR grade & BWP grade plywood here: https://centuryply.com/plywood
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