Metsä Spruce Weatherguard Plywood - 2400 x 1200 x 18mm
Features and benefits:
- Edge profile: Square edge
- Glue classification: Class 3 (exterior)
- Plywood grade: III/III
- Type of plywood: Softwood plywood
- Suitable for: Flooring, Roofing, Walls
- Whether you’re carrying out some home improvement or you’re starting a new DIY project, look no further than the plywood sheet materials collection
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Features and benefits:
- Edge profile: Square edge
- Glue classification: Class 3 (exterior)
- Plywood grade: III/III
- Type of plywood: Softwood plywood
- Suitable for: Flooring, Roofing, Walls
- Whether you’re carrying out some home improvement or you’re starting a new DIY project, look no further than the plywood sheet materials collection
| Length (metric) | 2400 |
|---|---|
| Thickness (metric) | 18 mm |
| Width (metric) | 1200 mm |
| Direct delivery product | No |
| Manufacturer | Metsä Wood |
| Edge profile | Square edge |
| Finish | Unfinished |
| Fire-resistant | No |
| Glue classification | Class 3 (exterior) |
| Moisture-resistant | Yes |
| Plywood grade | III/III |
| Service class | Class 3 (Exterior conditions) |
| Structural | Yes |
| Timber species, exterior | Spruce |
| Timber species, interior | Spruce |
| Type of plywood | Softwood plywood |
| Certification | PEFC® Certified |
| Suitable for | Flooring, Roofing, Walls |
Upgraded construction plywood with water repellent surface Metsä Wood Spruce WeatherGuard is softwood plywood with hydrophobic surface. During construction the weather conditions vary and the building materials can be exposed to reasonable amounts of rain water. Good construction site planning takes protection from the weather into account, and protects all moisture-sensitive building materials.
Spruce WeatherGuard is an ideal product to minimise absorption of free water during construction work.
The surface repels rainwater and therefore reduces the amount of water absorbed by the panel during construction work. At the same time, the surface allows the panel to breathe and water vapour to move freely. WeatherGuard treatment does not affect the strength properties, slip resistance, reaction to fire or corrosion of the fasteners compared to untreated spruce plywood. Use of Spruce WeatherGuard ensures faster building time and energy savings over any untreated alternatives.
It is essential to allow all wood-based components to dry before the components are fitted into the final structure. Otherwise moisture can lead to dimensional deformations, decrease of mechanical properties and eventually cause biological damages. Spruce WeatherGuard dries faster than untreated plywood and allows you to continue the construction project sooner.The colour of WeatherGuard treatment is transparent. The surface can be further treated with standard paints and other surface treatments applicable to wood products. Compatibility of the surface treatment shall be confirmed from the supplier. Before treating large areas, it is recommended to test with small sample.
TESTED PERFORMANCE OF SPRUCE WEATHERGUARD
During field tests in typical construction site settings, full size panels of Spruce WeatherGuard plywood panels were placed horizontally to simulate roof and/or floor structures. The 72-hour weathering test demonstrated that Spruce WeatherGuard plywood panels absorbed only half of the amount of water compared to untreated spruce plywood. Due to the lower moisture content of Spruce WeatherGuard also the needed drying period is shorter. In the tests the difference of the drying period duration was 48 hours.
Why to use water repellent plywood?
- Water repellent surface temporarily protects the product from rain during construction period
- treatment does not block water vapour movements
- Reduced moisture intake and swelling
- up to 60% reduction of water intake in rain
- better dimensional stability results in enhanced assembly tolerances
- shorter drying period before closing structures faster building time and energy savings
- lower risk of damage caused by wet structures
- WeatherGuard treatment does not affect the strength properties, slip resistance, reaction to fire and corrosion of the fasteners compared to untreated spruce plywood
Our standard branch deliveries arrive within 5 working days. Our standard delivery rate is £36 (inc. VAT). Click & Collect is always free. If your basket includes items requiring a transfer, this may add 1–2 weeks to the delivery time, as your entire order will be shipped together.
Branch deliveries are currently only available in Scotland, with some postcode restrictions. For more details, please get in touch.
Free Delivery:
- Free for guests and trade cash orders over £300 (inc. VAT).
- Applies only to branch-fulfilled orders where items are in stock and available for delivery online.
- Additional supplier rates may apply for direct-from-supplier items.
Direct Supplier Orders:
- Lead times depend on supplier stock levels and may vary.
- Some delays may occur.
- See our delivery page for more details.
Returns:
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At Rembrand Timber, we understand the importance of timely and reliable delivery. That's why our delivery information, available on a dedicated page, outlines the various shipping options available to you, including our popular click-and-collect service. Your order may be delivered directly from your local branch or a trusted supplier, ensuring a seamless delivery experience. If you have any questions or concerns, our dedicated customer service team is here to assist you.