Key Benefits and Features:
- High Durability: The resin film surface makes film faced plywood highly durable and resistant to wear, moisture, and rough handling. This makes it perfect for use in demanding construction environments.
- Water Resistance: The film coating provides excellent resistance to water and moisture, making the plywood suitable for outdoor applications or in areas where it will be exposed to water, like foundations or concrete molds.
- Smooth Surface: The smooth finish of the film-coated surface ensures that concrete does not stick to the plywood, making it easier to remove formwork after the concrete has set. This also leaves a smoother finish on the concrete, reducing the need for additional finishing work.
- Reusable: One of the standout features of film faced plywood is its reusability. Due to its strength and moisture resistance, it can be used multiple times in concrete formwork projects, making it a cost-effective choice over time.
- Strong Load-Bearing Capacity: The structure of the plywood, combined with the resin coating, allows it to withstand heavy loads and high-pressure applications, which is particularly important in construction work.
- Versatility: It can be used in a variety of construction applications, including making concrete molds, walls, floors, bridges, and other structures. It is also used for furniture making, flooring, and temporary structures.
- Cost-Effective: Although film faced plywood can be more expensive upfront than regular plywood, its durability and reusability over time can provide cost savings in long-term projects.
- Weather Resistance: The coating provides excellent resistance to weathering, which is beneficial for outdoor construction projects that require exposure to the elements.
- Resin Film Coating: The defining feature of film faced plywood is its coating of phenolic resin or melamine film, which enhances its strength, water resistance, and overall durability.
- Surface Finish: The film-coated surface is typically smooth and non-porous, preventing absorption of water and making it easier to clean.
- Size & Thickness: Film faced plywood is available in a variety of sizes and thicknesses to suit different project needs. The most common thicknesses range from 6 mm to 18 mm, though thicker options are available for specialized applications.
- Multiple Layers of Plywood: Typically made from several layers of wood veneer, the plywood’s strength comes from the way these layers are bonded together. The number of layers can affect the overall strength and durability of the plywood.
- Fire-Resistant Options: Some types of film faced plywood are treated to be fire-resistant, making them suitable for use in projects where fire safety is a concern.
- Edge Sealing: In many cases, the edges of film faced plywood are sealed to prevent moisture from penetrating the plywood’s layers, which can reduce its strength and lifespan.
- Color Options: The resin film is often available in dark brown, black, or red finishes, depending on the manufacturer. The color of the film does not affect the plywood's performance, but it may offer aesthetic preferences for certain projects.
- Weight: While typically heavier than standard plywood due to the resin coating and thicker veneer layers, film faced plywood's load-bearing capacity often outweighs its additional weight in construction applications.
