You might NOT be able to apply a self-levelling compound directly onto a wooden floor, without over-boarding it with Plywood first. If it is on a suspended timber ground or upper floor it will be subject to movement. The only time you can apply a self levelling compound directly to a timber floor is usually…
If your floorboards are gappy and uneven then it is often best practice to overboard them with Plywood. This helps you to create a smooth unified surface without having to rip up all your old floorboards. Once the floor has been over-boarded with Plywood, you can confidently apply your finished floor covering or self-levelling compound….
It is often best practice to over-ply old floorboards before you apply a new floor covering or self-levelling compound. If your floorboards are gappy and uneven the plywood will help to create a smooth unified surface, that is ready for your finished floor covering or self-levelling compound to be applied. How to Over-ply floorboards The…
If you are interested in the sustainability of your building materials then one key thing to consider with wooden products is how long it takes the wood to grow. This can be a particularly troublesome query to answer when it comes to plywood as plywood is not one defined type of wood. So the answer…
Well, the only quick answer to this is that plywood can be any wood. Rather than being made from one specific type of wood, plywood is rather a method of construction and many different species of wood are turned into plywood. So what is plywood then? Plywood is created from thin sheets of wood glued…
Birch plywood is exactly what it sounds like, plywood made from thin layers of birch wood. It is very popular for furniture construction due to its clean, modern finish. Unlike cheaper plywoods, birch plywood has a very nice finish, which can just be finished with a clear sealer. Why would you choose birch plywood? There…
Cutting plywood can be a tricky job, especially when talking about cutting down large sheets. However, you can split plywood with the right tools quite easily, even cutting down large boards accurately and with relative ease. Here we will guide you through some of the best tools for cutting plywood. There are many different types…