What is film faced plywood?

Film faced plywood (FFP) is also known as formwork plywood, concrete plywood...

Film faced plywood is a special type of plywood, with both sides covered by a waterproof film. This film is glossy, firmly adheres to the wood, different from melamine, PVC, MDO or HDO coatings. The function of the film coating is to protect the wooden core inside from the elements: moisture, water, weather,... and increase the life of the wooden boards. As a result, film-faced plywood can be used in outdoor environments, under harsh weather.

Film faced plywood is a special type of plywood, with both sides covered by a waterproof film. This film is glossy, firmly adheres to the wood, different from melamine, PVC, MDO or HDO coatings. The function of the film coating is to protect the wooden core inside from the elements: moisture, water, weather,... and increase the life of the wooden boards. As a result, film-faced plywood can be used in outdoor environments, under harsh weather.

Outstanding applications Film Faced Plywood you may not know

1. In the construction industry

FFP is mainly used in the construction industry, so it is also known as formwork plywood, concrete plywood. Because of its light weight, waterproof and anti-corrosion, film faced plywood is resistant to concrete, used for joining formwork and pouring concrete. The special requirement of this plywood, in order to be used in construction, is that it must use WBP – Phenolic - water-resistant glue, not MR - moisture-proof glue like other plywood.

2. In the production of anti-slip materials: Materials for making floors for vehicles, or platforms, platforms

Depending on the type of wood used for siding, film-faced plywood can be divided into plain film-faced plywood and anti-slip film-faced plywood. Plywood faced with anti-slip film is often used as a base for vehicles, transport and platforms,…

3. Film faced plywood can also be used for shelves and furniture.

Compared with wood face plywood, film faced plywood has better strength and better waterproof surface. Therefore, it is used to make load-bearing furniture and all kinds of shelves and racks.