A square of birch-faced plywood, its front veneer pale and almost plain with a faint arc of grain.

Plywood is an engineered wood panel made from layers of veneer glued together, with alternating grain directions. This cross-laminated construction results in a strong, stable sheet that is less likely to warp or crack.

Composition

Wood veneer, resin/adhesive

Handling Notes

  • Plywood is heavy and can be easily damaged on the edges
  • It tends to expand and contract in response to changes in temperature and humidity, but to a lesser degree than solid wood

Applications in Craft

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Provenance

Acquired 2024.

In Use

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