{"title":"Tropical Marine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEngineered for strength and built to withstand the harshest environments, Tropical Marine plywood is the go-to choice for demanding applications in boatbuilding, coastal construction, and high-humidity settings. We offer premium Tropical Marine-grade panels crafted from durable tropical hardwoods and bonded with waterproof adhesives to ensure superior performance and long-term resilience. Designed to resist moisture, rot, delamination, and fungal attack, Tropical Marine plywood is ideal for hull construction, transoms, cabinetry, outdoor furniture, and marine interiors. It offers excellent screw-holding strength, dimensional stability, and a smooth surface ready for finishing or laminating. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood provides high-quality, hard-to-find wood products with expert, personalized service. Whether you’re restoring a classic boat or tackling a coastal building project, Tropical Marine plywood delivers the reliability, strength, and resistance you need for exceptional results in any environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tropical-marine-plywood","title":"Tropical Marine Plywood","description":"\u003cp\u003eTropical Marine Plywood is manufactured to British Standard BS 1088 -- the international specification for marine-grade plywood used in boat building, docks, and high-moisture structural applications. Every ply is made from tropical hardwood with waterproof phenolic resin adhesive, producing a panel that withstands prolonged water contact without delaminating. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured to BS 1088 marine plywood specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof phenolic resin adhesive -- will not delaminate in prolonged water contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical hardwood plies throughout -- consistent, void-free core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe standard for professional boat building and marine construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eTropical Marine Plywood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eBritish Standard BS 1088\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAdhesive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eWaterproof phenolic resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eCore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eTropical hardwood plies -- void-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSheet Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eConfirm at your branch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- some sizes may be special order\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed for boat building (hulls, decks, bulkheads, transoms), dock and wharf construction, wet-area flooring, and any structural application where the panel will be in contact with water. Marine plywood is the only plywood grade that should be used for structural boat building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine plywood costs significantly more than standard plywood. Confirm your application truly requires marine grade -- many above-waterline applications can use exterior-grade plywood at lower cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal all edges and cut faces with epoxy or marine sealant immediately after cutting. Exposed end grain is the entry point for moisture even on marine-grade panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes marine plywood different from exterior plywood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarine plywood uses waterproof adhesive, void-free tropical hardwood plies, and is manufactured to BS 1088 specification. Standard exterior plywood uses weather-resistant (but not waterproof) adhesive and may contain internal voids. Marine grade is essential for below-waterline and submersion applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093155090730,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/716-0155-MARINE-TROPICAL-18MM.jpg?v=1744080601"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/collections\/716-0155-MARINE-TROPICAL-18MM.jpg?v=1746294975","url":"https:\/\/www.windsorplywood.com\/collections\/tropical-marine\/plywood-sheet-goods.oembed","provider":"Windsor Plywood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}