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.
Film faced plywood can be produced in multiple colours. 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.
 Name | 18mm Film Faced Plywood Marine Phenolic Board |
 Size | 1220 x 2440mm(4' x 8'), 900 x 2100mm, 1250 x 2500mm or upon request |
Thickness | Â 9mm , 12mm , 15mm, 18mm , 21mm , 24mm or upon request |
Thickness Tolerance | Â +/-0.5mm |
Face/Back | Â Dynea dark brown film, black film, brown film, Anti Slip film , plastic film |
Core Board | Â Poplar, Eucalyptus, Combi, Birch or upon request |
Glue | Â Phenolic, WBP, MR |
Grade | Â One Time Hot press / Two Time hot press / Finger-Joint |
Certification | Â ISO, CE, CARB, FSC |
Density | Â 500-700kg/m3 |
Moisture Content | Â 8%~14% |
Water Absorption |  ≤10% |
Before the edges are painted, our workers fill the edges with putties and phenolic glue. Waterproof paint is then sprayed on the putties to make sure the edges are perfectly sealed.
When you cut the plywood at the job site, make sure that the workers seal the cut edges before concrete is poured.
In Europe and Canada, this is called the film faced plywood as the shutter formwork. In Africa and West Asia, they call this marine plywood, because film faced plywood is waterproof for construction. In South Asia, Like Philippines, people call film faced plywood, phenolic plywood.
However, if you are looking for the construction plywood for the formwork usage, trust you have found the right product and the right company. Please fell free to contact us if you need these wood panels and we will offer you good quality for a good price.