Birch Plywood

What is Baltic birch plywood?

Baltic birch
plywood is composed exclusively of thin sheets of birch wood compressed and
bonded together known as birch veneer. Each layer of birch veneer is the same
thickness, resulting in a more consistent, stable and aesthetically pleasing
sheet of plywood. The edges of Baltic birch plywood have an attractive stacked
pattern, achieved by alternating the orientation of each inner ply. Making it a
popular material to use when an exposed plywood edge is desired. The front and
back veneers are typically thicker than the top-level veneers used on other
types of plywood. This makes Baltic birch plywood more durable and less prone
to getting chipping or damaged when sanding. Once bonded, the entire sheet is
laminated in exterior grade adhesive, further increasing its strength and
stability.

How much does Baltic birch plywood cost?

Baltic birch plywood will run a little
more expensive than regular plywood which is generally made from a soft wood
such Douglas fir or pine. Baltic
birch is a hardwood which makes it much more durable than a softwood.

Why use Baltic birch plywood?

Each layer
of birch is the same width, resulting in a more consistent, stable and
aesthetically pleasing sheet of plywood. The edges of Baltic birch plywood have
a beautiful stacked pattern. making it a popular material to use when leaving
the edge exposed. Baltic birch is a
hardwood making it more durable than other plywoods.

What can Baltic birch plywood be used for?

It is commonly used in furniture and cabinets it can also
be used for shelving, cutouts, laser cutting, CNC and Wood burning.

Where to buy Baltic birch plywood?

WoodpeckersCrafts.com offers many sizes and shapes of
Baltic birch plywood. From Baltic birch plywood sheets to Baltic birch wood turnings.

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