ALDER PLYWOOD
Botanical Name: Alnus Rubra
Common Names: Black alder, Gray alder, and Red alder
Sources: Grows along the Pacific coast of United States.
Appearance: Straight grained and even textured. Pale yellow to reddish brown with indistinct boundary between heartwood and softwood.
Physical Properties: Soft, light, not particularly strong, with good elasticity, good steam bending, medium stiffness, low shock resistance, low decay resistance, and good stability in service.
Working Properties: Works easily with hand or machine tools. Turns and carves extremely well. Marginal nail and screw holding properties. Glues, sands, stains and finishes easily.
Uses: Commonly used for panel core stock (one of the easiest commercial timbers to peel). Also used for interior furniture, sash, doors, millwork, and carving.
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In Stock
| Thickness | Size | Grade | Cut | Core |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4″ | 4’x8′ | A4 | Plain Sliced | MDF Core |
| 1/2″ | 4’x8′ | A1 | Plain Sliced | Column 5 Value 2 |
| Column 1 Value 3 | 4’x8′ | A1 | Plain Sliced | Column 5 Value 3 |
| Column 1 Value 4 | 4’x8′ | Shop | Plain Sliced | Column 5 Value 4 |
