A hidden entry point and a food source. Let’s cut through the myths. Myth 1: “Termite-proof plywood exists” No plywood is magically termite-proof forever. What exists is: better glue/processing (makes it harder) chemical treatment (kills/repels) good site practices (prevention) Termite protection is a system, not a single purchase. Myth 2: “If it’s branded plywood, termites […]
Not every single part of your kitchen needs top-grade plywood. But the parts that do? If you compromise there, the kitchen starts aging fast.Here’s a practical checklist—zone by zone. First, a quick rule BWP is for zones that face water/steam consistently. BWR/MR can work for dry zones if the build and sealing are excellent—but kitchens […]
Most plywood damage doesn’t happen because your home got flooded. It happens because moisture enters quietly—a little, every day—until one day you notice: edges swelling laminates bubbling shutters scraping plywood “puffing” near corners Here are 7 sneaky moisture entry points people miss. 1) The sink unit base (the #1 offender) Under the sink, you have: […]
Wardrobe shutters that don’t sit flush Soft-close hinges that start fighting A perfectly aligned gap that becomes… a zigzag Most people blame the carpenter, or the hinges, or “humidity”. Sometimes they’re right. But very often, the real culprit is simpler: your plywood thickness isn’t consistent.That’s where calibrated plywood comes in.What “calibrated plywood” actually means Plywood […]
Not every single part of your kitchen needs top-grade plywood. But the parts that do? If you compromise there, the kitchen starts aging fast. Here’s a practical checklist—zone by zone. First, a quick rule BWP is for zones that face water/steam consistently. BWR/MR can work for dry zones if the build and sealing are excellent—but […]
Walk into any plywood store today and you’ll hear the same claim from almost every salesperson and brand: “This plywood is 100% waterproof.” But is it actually waterproof? The truth is more nuanced — and far more important than most homeowners realise. Because waterproofing isn’t just about surviving a spilled glass of water… it’s about […]
You’ve spent lakhs on interiors. The final design looks perfect. But within a year… Drawers jam Wardrobe shutters bend Bed starts creaking Edges bubble and swell Shelves sag in the middle Sound familiar? The #1 reason interiors fail early is low-quality plywood — often unknowingly used by the carpenter because it’s cheaper, easier to source, […]
Walk into any plywood store in India and you’ll hear a mix of terms — MR, BWR, BWP, Marine, calibrated, 3-ply, 5-ply — and it can get overwhelming fast. Yet choosing the right plywood is the difference between furniture that lasts decades and furniture that warps, swells, or falls apart. This guide simplifies all major […]
When we think of bedroom interiors, our minds jump to laminates, colours, handles, and lighting. But the real strength, stability, and lifespan of your bedroom furniture depend on something far less visible — the plywood inside. Pick the right plywood for your bed, wardrobe, and storage units, and you get furniture that stays strong for […]
