Tropical Marine Plywood

Tropical 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.

Features

• Manufactured to BS 1088 marine plywood specification
• Waterproof phenolic resin adhesive -- will not delaminate in prolonged water contact
• Tropical hardwood plies throughout -- consistent, void-free core
• The standard for professional boat building and marine construction

Specifications

Common Uses

Used 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.

Pro Tips

• Marine 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.
• Seal 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes marine plywood different from exterior plywood?
Marine 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.