Features and types of flexible plywood

Often, plywood is used in the process of construction work. This material is most often used for interior decoration. A wide variety of different types of plywood can be found in specialized stores. Today we will talk about the features of flexible sheets.

Flexible plywood is a special wood material that looks like a flat and thin sheet. It has a relatively small thickness. The flexible type, unlike other varieties, has the highest level of strength in a bent state. Foldable plywood is most often made from birch veneer. Such sheets are often used for the production of various furniture designs, they allow you to create the most original and beautiful shapes.

Flexible wood sheets have a number of important advantages to consider when choosing materials.

• High level of flexural strength. The material can easily take a curved shape without losing its reliability and strength. If the sheet has a thickness of 1.5 mm, then it can be easily bent up to 180 degrees.
• High level of quality. The surface of such sheets is absolutely smooth and uniform, with the help of such materials it is easy to construct various structures.
• Light weight... As a rule, such plywood is produced in a lightweight version, which greatly simplifies the transportation and installation of this material.
• Decorative properties... Flexible plywood has a beautiful and neat appearance and often serves as a base for finishing. In addition, the surface of the plywood is processed using special grinding equipment, which also makes it more accurate and beautiful. Unusual design structures are often created from such material.
• Environmental friendliness... Constructions made of this wood are absolutely safe for humans and their health. During operation, the material will not emit harmful substances.
• Easy care. This flexible plywood is easy to clean. For this, you can use almost any detergent. It is best to use a cloth or soft sponge for cleaning.
• Long service life... Items made from flexible sheets retain their original appearance for a long time.

Despite the large number of important advantages, this type of plywood also has some disadvantages.

• Special storage technology... The sheets should not be left curled for a long time, they may deform.
• Special transportation rules. Flexible plywood should be transported only on a completely flat and solid surface.

Flexible plywood can be produced in several versions. So, sheets can differ from each other depending on the size. The most popular are models with a thickness of 1.5, 3, 4 mm. They may also differ depending on the total weight. Special ultralight models are also produced today. But they can not be used for all construction work. Flexible plywood can be produced from a variety of materials. The most common domestic options are products made from a birch base. These materials have a relatively low cost. They can be found in almost any hardware store.

There is also plywood made from special ceiba wood. She belongs to the tropical species. Such plywood is often used in the construction of marine vessels. This wood has the highest level of strength and density. Ceiba practically does not deteriorate and does not deform when exposed to moisture.

Used to create flexible plywood and keruing wood. It has the most beautiful red or brownish pink color. This breed is distinguished by its special strength, which even exceeds the strength of oak. Keruing contains a wide variety of natural resins. They allow you to make the material most resistant to high levels of moisture. But at the same time, its surface should be covered with special protective compounds that prevent excessive resin emissions.

Foldable plywood can also be subdivided into separate groups depending on the direction of bending (longitudinal and transverse). Different sheets can have different degrees of density, as a rule, it varies in the range of 340-350 kg / m3. The bending radius of products can be from 5 to 90 centimeters.

Most often, flexible types of such products are used to create furniture. Tables made of such plywood look interesting and beautiful. It allows you to create the most unusual design models. In addition, with the help of flexible wood, you can make a neat imitation of columns in the interior. Also, the material is often used to create author's souvenirs and handicrafts, various decorative details for interior decoration.

If your house has rounded wall coverings or partitions, then they can be easily finished with such a wooden base. Some varieties with an increased level of strength and moisture resistance are used to create ships. Such types undergo the most thorough processing, additionally covered with protective compounds.

For information on how to make a flexible plywood box, see the next video.