Description
Quick answer: General-purpose hardwood plywood is a stable, workable sheet for dry interior joinery, cabinets, shelving, furniture, lining and everyday utility projects. Supplied as full 2440 x 1220mm (8 x 4ft) sheets in 12mm and 18mm.
Need hardwood plywood cut to size? Tick “Need It Cut To Size?”, enter your measurements, then add the sheet to your cart. You are purchasing the full sheet; full sheet price applies and we cut that sheet to the sizes you enter.
What is hardwood plywood used for?
This general-purpose hardwood plywood gives you a practical sheet for interior work where a clean, stable board is useful.
- Cabinets and cupboards
- Shelving and storage
- Furniture and joinery
- Interior fit-out and lining
- Workshop and utility projects
- Boxing-in and general dry internal sheet work
12mm or 18mm hardwood plywood?
| Thickness | Typical choice |
|---|---|
| 12mm hardwood plywood | Cabinet work, lighter panels, lining, furniture components, boxing-in and general joinery. |
| 18mm hardwood plywood | Shelving, cabinets, furniture, workbench tops and utility projects where a thicker, stiffer sheet is useful. |
Full 8 x 4 hardwood plywood sheets
Both thicknesses are supplied as full 2440 x 1220mm sheets, commonly called 8 x 4 plywood sheets. Select 12mm or 18mm above to see the correct price, then add the required sheet to your basket.
Need a structural plywood?
For structural flooring, roof decking, wall sheathing and other building work where a structural declaration is required, choose our Structural Hardwood WBP Plywood.
Need marine plywood?
For marine or demanding moisture-prone applications where a BS 1088 board is required, choose BS 1088 Marine Plywood. For smooth furniture-grade interiors, compare Birch Plywood Sheets.
Easy to cut and work
Hardwood plywood can be cut, drilled, screwed and finished using normal woodworking tools and suitable fixings. Store sheets flat and dry before use and finish or seal them to suit the project.
For other plywood types, browse our Plywood Sheets range or compare all Sheet Materials.

