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Top Uses Of Waterproof Plywood

September 7, 2020 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Waterproof plywood, often called marine-grade plywood, offers superior resistance to water than traditional plywood. It consists of a waterproof glue that holds the plies together. Most commonly, waterproof plywood is used for outdoor projects as it is very resistant to water from rain and other common weather elements (wind, heat exposure, etc.). Waterproof plywood works […]

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Top Uses Of Fire-Retardant Wood

August 31, 2020 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Fire-retardant wood, also called fire-treated wood or FRTW, ignites very slowly and prevents fire from spreading quickly in the event a fire does occur. This is because the wood is treated with a layer of chemicals that are retardant to fire. There are certain times when it may be the better option over traditional plywood, […]

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Can You Make Wood Fireproof?

August 24, 2020 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Purchasing fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) is the best way to ensure your plywood in any application is protected from fire. In addition, you can also fireproof plywood yourself. Fireproofing wood yourself may not make it completely fire-resistant, but it can slow the spread of fire and give you more time to stop the flames before they […]

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MDO Plywood Top Uses

August 17, 2020 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Medium-density overlay plywood (MDO plywood) is durable plywood that is used primarily for outdoor applications due to its weather-resistant nature. In addition to its exceptional durability, MDO plywood is very easy to finish and paint. What makes this plywood truly unique is its layer of resin-infused fiber that is bonded to the plywood through a […]

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Can You Paint Fire-Treated Wood?

August 10, 2020 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Fire-treated wood is a great way to ensure your building is protected from fire damage. Although there are common misconceptions associated with most types of treated wood, one that people have about fire-treated wood is that it is more difficult to paint than non-treated wood. For those interested in using fire-treated wood, it will be […]

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Is Fire-Retardant Plywood Non-Combustible?

August 3, 2020 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Fire-retardant plywood is a great way to reduce the risk of a fire outbreak and minimize the spread of any fire inside of your residential or commercial property. This is because the plywood is made less resistant to fire by adding fire-retardant chemicals that are very slow to ignite. It is helpful to understand how […]

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