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 We
stock a wide range of hardwood plywood, including
species such as but limited to Cherry,
Mahogany, Hard
Maple and Yellow
Birch. Premium and lightweight MDF
are also stock items in 1/2" and 3/4".
Specialty hardwood plywood are available in various
species including Walnut
and Hickory.
Pre-finished plywood is also available upon request.
Please contact us for more
info.
• Grades
• Veneer
Cutting Methods
• Core
Materials
• Custom
Orders
• Other
Services
• Volume
Discounts
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Grades
Hardwood Plywood is graded on two separate characteristics.
First, the face of the plywood is graded, then the
back face is graded separately. Below you will find
a simplified version of these grades. If you have
any more detailed questions please feel free to
contact us.
FACE:
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AA
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This is the highest face grade that is
produced. Used for Architectural paneling,
quality furniture, cabinetry, or any other
application where the best appearance is
needed. This grade may have limited availability
is some species of wood.
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A
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Most used face grade of plywood. Used when
AA is not required but excellent appearance
is still needed.
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B
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Used when natural color and characteristics
are desired without losing structural integrity
of the panel.
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C
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Allows for unlimited color and increased
natural characteristics. Usually panels
are very economical.
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D&E
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The lowest face grade of plywood. Allows
increased size of natural character marks
as well as larger repair spots in the veneer.
Very rustic appearance.
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Species
Click a species below for closeup photos
showing FACE grade variations by species:
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BACK:
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These two grades are synonymous with each
other, with grade 1 being the most restrictive.
Both grades provide sound surfaces with
any openings on the back face repaired.
Worm holes 1/16" or smaller are allowed
in these grades.
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Both of these grades permit open defects.
These can be, but not limited to, splits,
bark pockets, and knot holes.
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Species
Click a species below for closeup photos
showing BACK grade variations by species:
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Veneer Cutting Methods
Plywood veneers are typically cut from the log four
different ways. These cuts, or how the veneer is peeled
from a tree, will determine the overall look of the
panel in its completion. Below we show these different
methods and describe how they are made.
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Core Materials
Did you know that there
are different types of plywood? Most widely
carried are veneer core plywoods which consist of
a core covered on both sides by layers of crossbanding
and a face veneer. Other types include lumber core,
particleboard core and medium density fiberboard.
Each type has its pluses and minuses, but it is good
to note that all plywood is stable and can be stained
and fastened well.
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Wood cores covered
with crossbanding and
face veneer.
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Sawn wood joined with
glue and faced with veneer.
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Wood fibers mixed
with resin and wax and pressed into panels
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 Custom
Orders
Maybe you're looking for something a bit different.
Perhaps a specialty plywood such as bead board or
a marine grade in teak. What about MDO or pre-finished
plywood? We can custom order most anything using one
of our many plywood manufacturer contacts. Feel
free to contact us with
any request you may have and we'll be happy to help
you out.
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Other Services
Here at Highland Hardwoods,
we strive to assist everyone with the best service
possible. To help our customers, we can cut
your plywood to fit in your vehicle. (Sorry, no custom
cutting.) And feel free to ask for help in carrying
any plywoods to your vehicle.
And don't forget that
we carry other accessories for your projects. We have
a selection of both sheet veneers and veneer edgebanding.
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1-4 sheets
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list price
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5-10 sheets
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5% off
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10-20 sheets
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10% off
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20 + Sheets
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call for special pricing
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Volume Discounts
All of our plywood is priced and sold per full sheet.
However, we do offer discounts when you purchase quantities
of plywood.
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 The
retail staff here at Highland is here to help you with
all your hardwood and flooring needs.
If you don't see what
you're looking for here on our site, please contact
us.
We'll be happy to assist
you!
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407 Route 125 • Brentwood, New Hampshire
Tel: 603-679-1230
Fax: 603-679-1960 Main Office/Wholesale Sales
Fax: 603-679-8248 Retail Sales
Email:retail@highlandhardwoods.com
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