There are a variety of plywood finishes available on the market today. Some of the most popular finishes are veneer, paint, and laminate.
Veneer is a type of finish that is applied to plywood. Veneers are often used to create different looks, and they are often used to add color and texture to plywood surfaces. Plastics veneers, wood veneers, and paper veneers are all popular among plywood finishers. Plastic veneer can be difficult to work with because it does not always stick well to plywood surfaces. This plywood finish has the lowest cost compared with other plywood finishes. Wood veneers include birch, cherry, hickory, maple, oak, mahogany, walnut plywoods available on the market today. When left unfinished plywoods will tend to warp over time because plywood will absorb moisture from the air. This plywood finish is highly durable, easy to use, and has a low cost compared with other plywood finishes. Plywood veneers are also popular among plywood finishers because they can be used to create different looks. Wood veneer plywoods have a high cost when compared with other plywood finishes. Paper veneers include many types of plywoods available on the market today that take advantage of paper-based materials in different configurations. For example, plywood manufacturers may apply thin sheets of paper onto plywood surfaces in order to increase strength or lower costs; this plywood coating will need to be covered with another plywood coating for protection during handling and installation (IdeaPaint, 2015). This plywood finish is budget-friendly, easy to use, and highly durable.
Paint can be used to create a wide variety of looks. Paint is also relatively easy to apply, and it is a budget-friendly option. It does not require special tools or knowledge to use. When used on plywood surfaces paint will often need to be applied in many thin layers in order to avoid paint peeling issues. Paint has the lowest cost when compared with other plywood finishes.
Laminate plywoods are made by applying plastic laminates onto plywood surfaces. This plywood finish is budget-friendly, easy to use, and highly durable. Wood grain may not always appear uniform when using laminates. Laminate plywoods are available in many colors and styles, and they can be used to create a wide variety of looks.
Which plywood finish is the best for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. However, all of the finishes listed above are popular choices and can be used to create beautiful results. So, take the time to explore your options and find the perfect plywood finish for your project!
