Questions and Answers for Columbia Forest Products 1/2 in. x 4 ft. x 8 ft. PureBond Birch Plywood

A:  Hi, Yes the panel is sanded well before we ship. I would only recommend a light sanding before applying anything. Thanks.

A:  Hi, Typically, it is poplar, but depending on where you are located, it can also be aspen or fir. Thanks.

A:  Hello, No, Baltic Birch is different than the 1/2'' PureBond Birch. Baltic Birch is produced in Eastern Europe and will have more inner plies. Depending on the grade of the Baltic Birch – you may have football shaped wood patches in one side of the panel. Baltic Birch typically comes in 5 ft. x 5 ft. panels. If you have more questions you can reach me at alec.neugent@cfpwood.com.

A:  Hello, I would recommend buying a small 1/2" 2ft. x 2 ft. Birch panel online at Home Depot. You can copy and paste this product id in the search to find it - 311925833. This should work fine for a 3/8" inset hinge. With the sample you can determine if it is best thickness for the hinge type you would like to use.

A:  Hello, the average sanded thickness of the panel should be .470". Please reach out to me at kcrisp@cfpwood.com to discuss further.

A:  I have noticed HD lumber is Ok for rough work but not good enough for finish work. I learned the hard way as you just did. Finish or detail work I buy from L's. This was probably sanded both sides and that cut it down a bit. I also have had their plywood become separated once you cut it, small pcs. I re-glue, large I return.

A:  It should be strong enough. Just make sure the way the strapping is fastened doesn’t weaken the wood, and that there is enough material after cutting to maintain its strength. 

A:  Hello, This panel would be suitable for this application. May want to look at the 3/4" option as well.

A:  Hello, This item is an in store item and they should be able to cut it down for you to the size you need.

A:  Wow. Well 3* 30" is 90, and the sheet is 96 x 48". Let me get back to you on that....

A:  Absolutely you will get two pieces at that size. Will have a 12x48 piece left over.

A:  Hello, No, our panels do not off gas. I would assume you are referring to formaldehyde. Our panels are constructed using no-added urea formaldehyde core and lamination adhesives.

A:  Hi Todd, please reach out to me at kcrisp@cfpwood.com. I need to know what part of the country you are in to provide an answer. Thanks, Kevin

A:  Todd, Birch plywood only has a veneer of birch on the finished sides. I would expect that the core of the plywood would have coniferous wood in the ply layers and would not use it in your situation.

A:  The store sku # is 833185