VJS Joinery Supplies stock some of the largest and diverse range of plywoods in Victoria. Whatever your plywood needs, whether it’s building a dog kennel, lining the ceiling of a million dollar house or creating some beautiful one off furniture pieces, we will have a ply to suit.
We stock everything from non structural & Structural CD, BC, Form ply, Bendy, Lightweight, Hoop Pine, White Birch, Radiata and Aurauco plywoods.
Plywood has so many applications it sometimes hard to choose which is the most cost effective for your project. Below is some information on the different grades of plywood, to allow you to make a more informed decision. Please also remember, just contact us and we will guide you as well.
Face Gradings
A Face A Back
A Face B Back
A Face C Back
B Face B Back
B Face C Back
C Face D Back
D Face D Back
Interior or Exterior plywood?? It all comes down to the Glue!!!
With plywood there are two types: Interior or Exterior plywoods. Some plywoods are specifically made for interior use like our Bendy or Lite Ply. The majority of plywoods on the market today are exterior plywoods as they can be used for both interior and exterior applications. The main different between interior and exterior plywoods in the glue used for the laminations.
Interior plywood has an interior glue applied as is not suitable for exterior use. An exterior grade ply has an A Bond glue which is perfect for exterior applications. The way to see the difference between exterior and interior plywoods is looking at the glue lines on the side of the sheets. An exterior plywood will show as black glue line as pictured below.
Photo courtesy of Austral Plywoods
Acoustics are an important component of many design and construction projects. Acoustic panelling is important in settings such as concert halls, auditoriums, lecture halls, and gymnasiums. While acoustic panels visually complement any environment, it’s the sound-enhancing properties of acoustic panels that make the greatest contribution to its use in construction. Absorbing incidental noise, acoustic panels preserve the serenity and tranquillity of any busy environment.
VJS Joinery Supplies provide numerous acoustic options for wall and ceiling linings by way of perforations and slots. Perforations and slots are available in a number of patterns, providing a finish that is both functional and decorative.
We recommend Premium A/C (Hoop Pine), A/A (Radiata) Exterior Non-Structural and Premium Birch Multiply for acoustic purposes, using this will produce a lighter and brighter finish.
Many other substrate options are also available including MDF Board and fire retardant panels.
Clear finishing, edge sealing and the application of sound absorbing backing material options are also available.
Standard panel sizes: Varies dependent upon substrate.
Varies dependent upon substrate.
Photo courtesy of Austral Plywoods
ariaply is a factory finished plywood feature panel that is ready to install. Perfect for ceilings, soffits and internal walls, it is available in 6 attractive colours to suit any project.
Made from high-quality exterior Hoop Pine plywood, ariaply is a premium product throughout, finished with a unique 3 coat system that provides both good looks and durability.
ariaply is the smart choice for wall and ceiling linings. Not only is installation quick and easy, but you will have the confidence of a consistent quality and finish that can only be provided by a trusted manufacturer with 90 years in the industry.
Fully manufactured in Australia, ariaply is backed by a 25 year bond warranty and a 7 year coating warranty. Choose ariaply for your next project and have the peace of mind that it will look good now, and for many years to come.
| Thickness
9.5mm, 12.5mm |
Dimensions
2400 x 1200 |
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Bendy Ply is a unique plywood sheet that has the ability to curve and bend around a tight radius. Its versatility leads to it being widely used in a range of applications such as reception counters, columns and feature displays. It is available in sheets that bend in either direction, along the length of the sheet (Long grain) or across the width of the sheet (Short grain). Bendy ply is interior grade non-structural product.
| Thickness
5mm, 8mm |
Dimensions
2440 x 1220, 1220 x 2440mm |
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Multiply (Premium Birch)
Multiply is a premium quality plywood panel. Designed to make a feature of the edge, it is constructed using specially selected rotary peeled veneers, creating an even and aesthetically pleasing finish.
Ideal for many furniture grade applications including tables, desks, benches, shop fitouts and decorative partitions.
SVEZA Exterior Birch Plywood maintains its performance characteristics under conditions of high humidity, high water and wear resistance.
Click here to view Sveza’s Video on how the ply is made…
Just some of the key benefits include its hard surface and resistance to temperature variation (a range of -40°C to +50°C (-40°F to +122°F)
We stock the Birch ply in the following sizes:
| Thickness
4mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, 15mm, 18mm, 24mm, 30mm & 40mm |
Dimensions
2440 x 1220 |
Exterior plywood is a high-quality plywood manufactured with a high-grade face & core, however a lesser grade back. Exterior plywood is available in A/A, B/C and C/D Grades and if finished correctly, is suitable for semi-exposed applications and other purposes where a high-quality aesthetic finish is desired.
Imported Hardwood Plywood
Imported Hardwood Plywood is a general purpose plywood with reasonable quality faces, Marine bonded and is suitable for non-structural applications. Available in Lauan, BS1088 Marine Ply, Melapi, Lite and Bendy Plywood
Ideal applications include: boat building internals, laminating or overlaying, cupboards, door skins, models, furniture, cabinet backing and draw bottoms.
| Thickness
3.6mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, |
Dimensions
2440 x 1220 |
Marine Plywood
Marine plywood has long been known as the “Rolls Royce” of plywood, and for good reason. It is a select quality, high performing product, suitable when “only the best will do”. Constructed using the highest grade face and core veneers, it is manufactured from selected species based on density, bending strength, impact resistance and surface finishing characteristics. Marine plywood manufactured to AS/NZS 2272 has a permanent Type A phenolic bond.
Our marine plywood is sourced from Austral Plywood, the leading manufacturer of marine plywood in Australia. Austral uses plantation Hoop Pine, a designated marine species, in the manufacture of their marine plywood.
Film-faced plywood is a strong exterior plywood used in building and construction projects. Its surface has a film coating which gives the plywood a higher resistance to moisture, abrasion, and fungal attacks compared to ordinary plywood. Its increased stability and resistance to moisture, UV radiation and corrosion, makes film-faced plywood ideal for the furniture Industry and outdoor applications, external surfaces, heavy wear areas like flooring in containers, buildings and factories. The extra Phenolic resin film layer makes it more durable when used outdoors in harsh weather and adverse conditions.
Birch F17 FormPly is a cost-effective, high-quality fixed formwork product. With a melamine overlay, and available in various stress grades makes it ideal for reusable concrete formwork.
Thickness
12mm
17.5mm
Dimensions
1800 x 1200
2400 x 1200
Stress Grade
F14
F17
F27
Non Structural
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A/C and B/B “A” Bond F17 Structural Plywood is an appearance grade plywood with numerous general purpose applications. It is very popular in some marine applications, shop fitting & cabinet making. A full Hoop Pine construction makes for a very stable panel, and the closed grain veneer produces a superb paint finish. Overall, an extremely workable and tool friendly panel.
Also available is an A/A Marine Plywood (Made to Order).
Hoop Pine Rotary Fire Retardant Group 1 Fire Rating MDF and MR MDF with Edgestrip to give a more stable option with the illusion of a Plywood look.
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Odek Melamine Film Face Plywood is a Premium Exterior Grade Birch Ply with Melamine Film Face on both sides.
A designers choice of colours or finishes makes it an ideal choice for Furniture, Joinery and Kitchen applications, Wall Panelling, Ceiling Panelling and Signage.
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Non Structural Ply
This Non-Structural range of A/A, B/C, C/D and Pallet Grade Plywood is ideal for applications such as Crate Construction, Packaging, Wall Hoardings, Shelving, Temporary weatherproofing for damaged buildings and Formwork for paths and driveways.
C/D Radiata Plywood
Our C/D Radiata Structural Plywood is a great ‘value for money’ multi-purpose plywood suitable for most general purpose applications. Reasonably priced, with good quality faces, It is an extremely workable and user friendly panel.
Available in B/C F8 and C/D Structural Plywood.
Also available is a Hardwood F14, F17 and F27 Structural Plywood option.
| Thickness
7mm, 9mm, 12mm, 15mm, 18mm, 25mm |
Dimensions
2400 x 1200, 2440 x 1220 |