What is Lightweight Plywood and what are Its Different Applications?

As the name implies, lightweight compressed wood is the thing. It's made of compressed wood. It's also very light. It really is that simple. Aside from its weight, it has the same properties as every other type of pressed wood. Most pressed woods that are less than 1/4 inch thick will be considered lightweight. If you're looking for a particularly delicate material, a few stores sell 'skin-use,' which is compressed wood in sheets as thin (or occasionally significantly thinner) than 1/10 inch. Given its weight, lightweight compressed wood cannot be expected to provide structural strength. However, if you're looking for a plywood that can bend, this is a great option.

What is Lightweight Plywood Made From?

The type of wood used in the production of pressed wood is critical in determining its weight. Hoop Pine is a popular choice for lightweight pressed wood. Although lighter woods exist, they would be too light for use in building applications, which would be unrealistic given that the construction industry is the largest buyer of compressed wood. Hoop Pine is light enough to curve and flex while also being heavy enough to provide some structural strength.

What is Lightweight Plywood Used For?

Lightweight compressed wood can be used for a variety of purposes, but it is most commonly used to make furniture. While heavier materials and strong wood can be difficult to work with, lightweight pressed wood is surprisingly easy to use. Because it can be twisted, it’s an excellent choice for bended surfaces. A portion of its different purposes include:

• Roofs
• Inside cladding
• Docks
• Boats
• Skateboard slopes
• Film sets

Basically, lightweight pressed wood is worth considering if you need an adaptable, versatile material that can be effectively worked and does not cost a fortune to purchase.

What are the Benefits of Lightweight Plywood?

Lightweight compressed wood has various advantages, including…

It looks fantastic. One of the main reasons that pressed wood has become so popular is because of its appearance. Label us shallow, but if we want to bring something into our homes, we want it to look well-blended, not apart. Overall, compressed wood is not made from some low-cost synthetic. It is made of real wood and has a plethora of appealing features. Regardless of whether the compressed wood center is made of utility-grade material, the external facade (the part you see) can be made of anything from mahogany to hickory, happy to pecan. As a result, it conveys a similar gloss and wealth as you'd expect.

It is not harmful to the environment. While man-made items rarely have a good reputation for environmental friendliness, pressed wood is an exception. Of course, it contains wood, but it contains far less than that found in strong wood items, implying a variety of benefits for trees, the environment, and your green credentials.

It's tough. Solid wood is only solid in one bearing. Pressed wood, on the other hand, has uniform strength regardless of grain direction. This means that pressed wood is resistant to the kinds of thumps and blows that could harm solid wood items.

It's cheap. Plywood is worth it. When you buy a sheet, you can use every last bit of it. There are no bunches or factory imprints to remove, nor are there any sharp edges to sand down. What you buy is generally what you get... something that cannot always be said about strong wood.

It's enormous. Bigger isn't always better, but it has its advantages in large-scale projects. Lightweight pressed wood comes in sheets with lengths of around 1800mm and widths of around 1200mm. Whatever the application, you'll find plenty of uses for material of that size. Better yet, it will be free of the holes, lopsided finishes, and depletion that are common with various materials.

It bends. Making a bend out of strong wood is a challenge. Except if you're a skilled woodworker, it's not even worth attempting. Bending lightwood pressed wood, on the other hand, is a piece of cake. The curvy idea of lightwood compressed wood will allow you to fit it easily and without any hassle, regardless of how bended the surface is.

Matilda Veneer is a well-known lightweight plywood manufacturer in Australia, catering to a wide range of residential and commercial needs at a reasonable price. We have been in this industry for many years, which means we have the most experienced teams on board who will not only understand your needs, but also promise to deliver on them. Matilda Veneer is the sole manufacturer of appearance-grade Hoop Pine plywood in the entire world. Please contact us with your plywood specifications and preferences.

If you are looking for trendy or classic decorative wooden surfaces that deliver the highest standards in environmental performance, Matilda Veneer has the right solutions for all your projects.