Hexa Film Faced Plyood with Birch Core Or Phenolic Plywood

Film-faced birch plywood is high-quality plywood that is covered with treated resin paper which turns into a protective film during manufacture. This type of plywood is commonly used in construction and vehicle production since it is easy to mount and work with. It is easy to color, making it a popular choice for outdoor playground equipment and children’s furniture.

Film-faced plywood (also known as phenolic plywood) is a special type of plywood with both sides coated with a wear-resistant, waterproof film. The film is meant to protect the wood from harsh environmental conditions and extend the service period of the plywood. Film-faced plywood is called phenolic plywood because both sides are soaked in phenolic resin to create a durable, water-resistant, smooth, and stable surface.

Industry standards

Dark Brown Phenolic

Black Phenolic

Thomes also offers special colors of phenolic plywood:

Light brown Phenolic

Green Phenolic

Yellow Phenolic

Marine Blue Phenolic

Two basic versions of film-faced plywood are available at Thomes: film/film (F/F) and film/wire (F/W). Some of the benefits of phenolic plywood available at Thomes are:

Edges are sealed for longevity

Relatively low price

Longer shelf life

Higher resistance to cracking

Suitable for logo printing

Ideal solution for transport and construction industries

TWO BASIC VERSIONS ARE AVAILABLE

Film/Film (F/F)

This version is smooth on both sides and can be produced in multiple colors. F/F was first developed as a concrete forming panel, which remains its principal use. However, it can be used in any application where moisture resistance, strength, and abrasion resistance are required.

HEXA DESIGN PHENOLIC FILM

The Hexa option is an excellent choice for decorative flooring due to the hexagonal pattern. Both sides of the plywood are coated with a high-density paper film that is saturated with a phenol-formaldehyde resin for maximum anti-slip prevention. It can be coated in grey or brown film and is often used in the transportation industry as flooring due to its extreme slip- and wear-resistant properties. Common applications include:

• Loading platforms

• Trailers

• Vans

• Stages, stands, terraces

• Scaffolding

• Playground and sports facilities