The term “plywood” applies only to solid plywood – an engineered wood product made of wood veneers glued together with the wood in cross-grain texture, perpendicular to the adjacent layers of suitable material. That plywood still exists, but the term can be applied to any engineered wood product sold in sheets today. This includes such … Read more
Truck bed liner, aka “Rhino Liner” was a great invention of 1988. A solid elastoplast polyurethane material,has protected the rear and beds of thousands of trucks since it hit the market. Today, we have many imitations on the market, some with a similar chemical makeup and others which are quite different, including at least one … Read more
Water Boil Proof Plywood When one is looking for the ultimate in weather resistant plywood, it is important to look for WBP. This abbreviation stands for “Water Boil Proof” or “Weather and Boil Proof;” a standard used to determine the water resistance of the plywood product. In actuality, this is more a rating of the … Read more
Calculating angles is an essential part of most woodworking projects. You’ll usually need to figure angles when building furniture, or starting any project that requires two pieces of plywood to fit together perfectly, like building frames (for doors, windows, or pictures), tables, or wall paneling. There are two types of angles you can measure: standard … Read more
Plywood is a term used to describe all types of wood for residential construction projects, but, despite the different types available, it’s not the same as chipboard. Both chipboard and plywood use different materials and undergo a variable construction process. This impacts the core density, loadbearing capacity, appearance, moisture resistance, and overall finish. Choosing the … Read more