HEXA DESIGN PHENOLIC FILM
The Hexa option is an excellent choice for decorative flooring due to the hexagonal pattern. Both sides of the plywood are coated with a high-density paper film that is saturated with a phenol-formaldehyde resin for maximum anti-slip prevention. It can be coated in grey or brown film and is often used in the transportation industry as flooring due to its extreme slip- and wear-resistant properties. Common applications include:
- Loading platforms
- Trailers
- Vans
- Stages, stands, terraces
- Scaffolding
- Playground and sports facilities
APPLICATIONS OF FILM-FACED OR PHENOLIC PLYWOOD
DOMESTIC APPLICATIONS
Phenolic-coated plywood is used to make furniture such as chairs, tables, beds, and sofas. Film-faced plywood is water-resistant and will not warp or experience mechanical stress during the manufacturing process. Compared to normal plywood, film-faced plywood has more wear-resistant surfaces and is durable, making it ideal for use in constructing high-quality furniture.
These properties also make it a popular choice for constructing children’s toys.
INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
Phenolic-coated plywood is used in the transportation industry for bus and truck flooring. According to the types of face/back, phenolic plywood can be divided into smooth and anti-slip film-faced plywood. Anti-slip phenolic plywood is used to create flooring materials for trucks, vehicles, and other platforms.
Another use is to make shuttering boxes. Due to the water-resistance of film-faced plywood, it is recommended for shuttering boxes because they are used to contain wet concrete during the drying process.
FILM/WIRE (F/W)
F/W wire mesh plywood has a wire mesh surface on one side and is smooth on the other. It has the same strength and moisture-resistant properties as F/F film-faced plywood with the extra benefit of non-slip capabilities
In both versions, the edges are factory sealed with an acrylic sealant to minimize moisture ingress. Phenolic-coated plywood is available in:
- Light brown Phenolic (Grammature: 117g/m2)
- Black Phenolic (Grammature: 120 g/m2)
- Yellow Phenolic (Grammature: 167 g/m2)
- Green Phenolic (Grammature: 120 g/m2)
TWO BASIC VERSIONS ARE AVAILABLE
Film/Film (F/F)
This version is smooth on both sides and can be produced in multiple colors. F/F was first developed as a concrete forming panel, which remains its principal use. However, it can be used in any application where moisture resistance, strength, and abrasion resistance are required.
