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Strong, stable, and beautifully uniform, beech wood is a versatile hardwood prized for its durability and clean, consistent appearance. We offer top-grade beech lumber and products perfect for furniture making, cabinetry, flooring, millwork, and interior joinery. Beech features a pale, reddish-brown tone with a fine, tight grain that machines easily and finishes beautifully. Its strength and resistance to wear make it ideal for high-traffic areas and long-lasting construction, while its smooth texture makes it a favourite for turned items and detailed work. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood specializes in hard-to-source materials and personalized service tailored to your project needs. Whether you're building a custom dining table or detailed cabinetry, beech delivers reliable performance, timeless appeal, and the quality you expect for both residential and commercial applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of plywood and sheet goods does Windsor Plywood carry?
Windsor Plywood carries cabinet-grade hardwood plywood, construction-grade fir plywood, marine plywood, MDF, particle board, melamine, MDO, and specialty products including Baltic birch, formply, and thermally fused laminates. The range covers fine woodworking, cabinet making, construction, and specialty applications.
What is the difference between cabinet-grade and construction-grade plywood?
Cabinet-grade plywood uses veneer face grades of A or B, meaning the face and back are free from major defects and suitable for exposed applications. Construction-grade plywood uses lower veneer grades and is built for structural performance in sheathing, subfloor, and framing applications where appearance is not a factor.
What does Baltic birch plywood offer that standard birch plywood does not?
Baltic birch is manufactured with more plies per thickness, using full-sized sheets without voids or fillers, and with a consistent birch veneer throughout all plies. The result is a void-free, stable sheet with clean, even edges that are attractive when visible, a significant advantage for furniture, drawer boxes, and joinery applications.
What thickness of plywood is best for cabinet boxes?
Three-quarter inch (18mm or 19mm) plywood is the standard for cabinet boxes, shelving, and carcasses where strength and screw-holding capacity matter. Half-inch plywood is used for cabinet backs and smaller drawer boxes. For drawer boxes that will take significant weight, Baltic birch in half or three-quarter inch is the preferred choice.
What is MDO plywood and what is it used for?
MDO (Medium Density Overlay) plywood has a resin-impregnated fibre face bonded to the plywood surface under heat and pressure. This creates an extremely smooth, paintable surface that is also moisture-resistant. It is commonly used for concrete forming, exterior signage, and any application requiring a smooth painted face exposed to weather.