Non-structural Plywood

Non-Structural Plywood from GW Equip

Non-structural plywood is made for appearance and light applications, not heavy loads. It is ideal for areas that have smooth finish, panelling, and decorative purposes. This type of plywood does not have the certifications required for structural purposes but provides flexibility and ease of workability on numerous projects.

Application of Non-Structural Plywood

Non-structural plywood normally finds applications in wall panelling. By nature, it is smooth and can have beautiful finishing done upon it, hence used to offer some visual appeal to an interior. This type of plywood also suits perfectly as cabinet faces and furniture, where appearance and serviceability are more important than strength. That would make it something that can be stained, painted, or varnished to match any interior design style, for beauty but still with functionality in any setting.

In applications with a light total load, the non-structural plywood is suitable for shelving that will carry books, ornaments, kitchen items, or similar. Its lightweight and easy handling also makes it very good for do-it-yourself projects, whereby the items to be stored do not impose massive burdens on the shelving composition. It’s particularly good for made-to-measure shelving in bedrooms, living rooms, or storage areas.

Non-structural plywood is also widely used for non-structural purposes, such as accent walls, ceiling design, and custom furniture. It has become a preferred substrate for many creative design applications due to its smooth face, which can accommodate nearly any surface finish. Besides, it is very commonly used in budget projects since it is an economical option without compromising on the looks aspect. This makes it cheap and easy to modify to suit every interior designer or DIY enthusiast.

Types of Plywood

Softwood Plywood – Generally applied in construction and framing.

Hardwood Plywood – Applied in high-quality furniture and cabinetry.

Marine Plywood – Applied to those areas that are most prone to water due to its special water-resistant treatment.

Decorative Plywood – Applied for interior design and aesthetic purposes.
The product focus at GW Equip is on non-structural plywood to answer these aesthetic and interior-focused needs.

Marine Ply vs. Structural Ply

In comparison to structural plywood, marine plywood is harder and more resistant to water; thus, it is ideal for very wet conditions. Thus, since structural plywood is always intended to bear loads in buildings, this is where marine plywood can be applied under harsher and wetter conditions.

Structural vs. Non-Structural Plywood

The basic difference between structural and non-structural plywood lies in their purpose: structural plywood serves for strength and support, normally used in constructing vital load-supportive parts, while non-structural plywood is utilized for decorations and light usages that do not require load-bearing purposes.

From GW Equip, our range of non-structural plywood has every need covered for whatever interior design, aesthetic, or light building requirement. Browse through our products today to find the perfect solution for your next project.