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Fire retardant plywood is a type of timber plywood  that has been specially treated to slow the spread of flames and reduce smoke when exposed to fire. Unlike standard plywood, which can ignite quickly, fire retardant timber  provides added safety and peace of mind for architects, contractors, and building owners. In Singapore, where fire safety standards are strict, using fire retardant plywood  is essential for compliance and for protecting both property and people. The Bui

Traditional woodworking tools such as saws, drills, and routers are useful but have clear limits. Hand cutting often struggles with accuracy, especially on detailed designs or repeated cuts. Even skilled carpenters may find it difficult to achieve the same finish across multiple pieces. Mistakes also lead to wasted material, which increases costs in the long run. For businesses, this lack of consistency can slow down projects and make it harder to meet client expectations. Th

If you're passionate about woodworking but dislike the hassle of applying a finish, consider using prefinished UV plywood for your next project. It not only saves time but might deepen your love for woodworking. Plony Industries carry ready stock for prefinished UV plywood with natural top and bottom veneer. The center veneer layers are of high quality Birch veneers. Contact us for premium quality Birch Plywood and Prefinished UV Birch Plywood. https://www.plonyindustries.com

In this article, we will compare the different kinds of construction grade of plywood and understand better the characteristics of the plywood and their applications. WBP (Water Boil Proof) Plywood The WBP plywood is whereby the veneer layers are glued using WBP adhesive. The WBP plywood offers a higher quality surface finish, and is also less susceptible to shrinkage and expansion compared to the regular hardwood plywood. WBP plywood should be able to pass the hot water boi

In this article, we will look at the common construction grade timber that is available in Singapore market and do a comparison between the different timber types, namely Balau, Kapur, Keruing and Chengal. Lastly, we will look at Bakau Piles which is commonly used for soil reinforcement purpose. Balau - Hardwood Pricing: Moderate High Pricing Properties: Hard, heavy and very dense with high bending and crushing strengths. The wood is moderately difficult to work with machines

When wood is exposed outdoor, it is vulnerable to the effects of the weather, moisture, wood decay and insect attacks. You can protect your wood and extend the service life and help maintain its natural appearance by 2 different methods. 1) Brushing On Wood Preservative Solution 2) Tanalith CCA Preservation Pressure Treatment In the first method, wood preservative solutions is brushed onto the wood surface itself. The wood preservative solution will penetrate into the wood an