Birch Plywood Panels

18mm x 2440mm x 1220mm

PLEASE NOTE: Full size sheet materials (2440mm x 1220mm & 1525mm x 1525mm) are only available for local delivery or collection - as these are too large to be dispatched by courier.

18mm Birch Plywood is a high-quality, multi-layered panel known for its strength, stability, and clean appearance. Manufactured using multiple thin birch veneers bonded together under pressure, it delivers excellent load-bearing performance and consistent quality.

Its dense core and pale timber faces make it a popular choice for interior joinery, furniture manufacture, and general woodworking.

Grades & What to Expect

Birch plywood is graded by the appearance of its faces. Below is a guide to the most common grades and their typical characteristics:

BB/BB Grade (Most commonly stocked and easiest to source)

• Both faces are sound and solid
• Visible patches, plugs, and natural grain variation
• Clean and durable, but not decorative-grade
• Ideal where both faces may be visible but a natural, industrial look is acceptable

B/BB Grade (Currently more difficult to source, subject to availability and lead times)

• One higher-quality B-grade face with fewer patches and a cleaner appearance
• Reverse face is BB grade
• Preferred where one visible face requires a more refined finish

Key Features

• 18mm thickness for strength and rigidity
• Multi-layer birch construction for excellent stability
• Smooth, sanded faces ready for finishing
• Attractive exposed edge detail
• Excellent machining and screw-holding properties
• Suitable for painting, staining, oiling, or lacquering
• Internal use (or protected environments)

Typical Applications

• Furniture and cabinet manufacture
• Shelving and storage units
• Joinery and fitted furniture
• Wall panelling and feature walls
• Drawer boxes and carcassing
• Shopfitting and commercial interiors
• Workshop and general woodworking projects

Installation & Finishing Guidance

• Acclimatise panels before installation
• Seal faces and edges to reduce moisture ingress
• Use appropriate fixings and adhesives
• Intended for interior use or protected environments only.

Other thicknesses and sheet sizes available upon request.