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The fact that plywood consists of fibers ("the grain of the wood") that are laminated in successive layers orthogonal to one another (i.e., at a 90 degree angle) gives it tremendous structural strength - much higher than a wood product where all of the fibers are aligned in parallel (as in ordinary wood).
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Were does plywood come from?
plywood comes from around Australia or new Guernsey but use this from me OK bye
What is bad about plywood?
Some possible negatives of plywood are: 1. Delamination, which means the layers of plywood come apart. This's the worst defects; 2. The glues used may be give off formaldehyde or other noxious chemicals 3. The timber may not be sustainably sourced. However plywood is often an efficient way to use timbe
Is plywood strong?
plywood is very strong, it is used for floorboarding houses.
What does PLYWOOD stand for?
Plywood is manufactured from thin sheets of wood. Where as PLY means layer of Material. Hence LAYER(s) OF WOOD = PLYWOOD
Why is plywood used for boats?
Plywood is strong and light, easily worked and fastened.
