Plywood as Finish 

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This narration and slide show makes me feel like you're giving me a lecture in an architectural class. You always offer a unique, encompassing description of a topic that I don't find anywhere else. Thanks for sharing.

8:18 That is impressive... because you can't even tell that it is Plywood... I have always thought of plywood as "Cheap" (that is a joke... even cheap plywood is not cheap anymore)... This video has shown me the versatility of Plywood... I am a plywood snob... I want to use plywood... I just don't want it to LOOK like cheap plywood 6:54 This bothers me... it just looks like someone put up PLYWOOD... without staining it or painting it... It YELLS "Plywood"...

The first picture you show, looks like poured concrete with wood backing and then removing the wood to show the grain? We have that type of building style here in Israel. We are hoping to move to America very soon. I have made plywood a floor finish in two of my homes, and it was beautiful and extremely durable. I pulled up the carpet, scrubbed it down, stained it, and poly'd it. Done! I loved it. Looked very nice stained a darker color. I am thinking of going with a grey floor the next time though.

EXCELLENT VIDEO... Thank you for sharing this.

very informative. enjoyed this short presentation

Thank you. I appreciate the way you compose your videos and the concise, well researched information you provide. Excellent!

I'd be interested to know how that worktop with the undermounted sink held up, I would think it would be hard to get a good enough seal on the raw plywood edge for it not to let some water in over time as the sink was used?

This kind of design reminds me of DUNE's houses (by DUNE i mean the muvie)

Love this video. I learned a whole bunch about plywood. Will come in useful in my next project.

Is plywood fire resistant when used as ceiling and wall?

Do you have sources regarding plywood for commercial applications. Specifically looking for ways to finish plywood, to meet code.

In my option the bedroom @3:55 has an unfinished appearance.

Heck a 4x8 drywall is for $10 max, this is about 4-10 times cheaper than Plywood!!. And now after covid the gap is even wider. I wouldnt associate the word "less expensive" with plywood.

What about using epoxy on plywood flooring for added durability?

I should have watched this before building my tear drop camper,

you hit the nail on the head with that one excellent analysis

Great videos! Keep it up :) Could you make a blog post of some sort about different methods to fix plywood to walls? For instance without visible screw or fixture ?

great video! even more pics would be awesome. keep it up/

"used in this way the plywood has a timeless quality to it that transcends trendiness" I really pictured Patrick Bateman delivering that line 🙂

Looking to finish my basement myself. I want to use plywood with hidden fasteners. Cant find a video on how to do that. Any suggestions?

I love good use of plywood and you showcase some lovely work here. I learnt a few extras about ply also!

There are hardwood floor finishes such as Bona's Traffic HD and Traffic that are waterborne finishes that are extremely durable. Even more durable than oil modified finishes. Another siding finish that can be affordable is laminate, laminate flooring or engineered hardwood flooring. You can also buy higher quality plywood designed for flooring at completive prices. This kind of plywood many times is typically designed to have less imperfections, be a higher grade, have no core weaknesses or hollow spots. Products like Multi ply or similar brands may make good choices. Typically they are available in 4x4, 4x5 and 4x8 foot sheets.

Didn't anyone notice that the joint on the ceiling plywood at 3:46 is not centered exactly?!

Hi, Really good video! By chance, do you have the name for the project at 7:15 ? Thank you for the good work!

People... Is it possible to glue a small width plywood to a substrate for a ceiling? I'd like to make a ceiling without the holes of the screws/nails. In that case what glue / method do you recommend ? cheers

Very informative video as usual, thank you for your amazing work and resources! Do you have any experience in using plywood as a backsplash for a kitchen or any precedents? It might not be the most suitable material but with the right grade it might work just fine, or am I totally wrong? Thanks!!

Nice presentation!

does anyone know how to prevent the playwood from rotting ? especially on outside ceiling part of the building. thank you!

Well scripted video! Well shot too!

Hello Could you tell me the color and product used on the cabinets and passage door in the video at minute 5:55 ? Thank you in advance

Wow, Eric! I am glad I found your website. So much practical info and inspiration for architecture and life, for professional and shelter dweller. FYI, I am a home owner designing a New Paradigm homestead with interior Scandinavian style. Maybe a consultation in the future, if it pans out? I would like to see a video about you and your family, and your island home, if you have the time and inclination, as further inspiration. One of my favorite books is "Carl and Karin Larsson - Creators of the Swedish Style" about the home and life style that these two artists created in Sweden at the turn of the last century - bright and inspirational. A video about Eric and family might have a similar effect and, for you, record these last few years (up to age 18) of your time with the kids for your future remembrance. The content and your organized, succinct and positive presentation of your videos are so useful, inspirational and a good example to follow. Thanks for sharing so much on You Tube. (yep, I look like a Viking - part of my background too and my visit to Norway at age 16 was a positive milestone in my life)

Love this channel👌

i so happy i found your channel and would like to ask how do I match the grain pattern in multiple sheets of plywood ?

I have a lot of plywood furniture because much of my furniture is 1950's style. I would like walls like these, so thank you for the slide-show and explanations. Very good. It would be nice if you did a program on the specific joints used to make those exposed joints. I would think just a thin spline of some alternate color, or some metal, like stained glass. Thank you.

Id be cautious of this. as its very likely the veneer will be worn through fairly quick

'Transcends trendiness'... 'an honest expression'.. architects hey

Are these all your projects or are you just commenting on pictures you've seen?

Do you have any suggestions for how to achieve a close joint finish for ceilings? We don't want to use a trim or shadow gap detail. Our contractor is concerned that the boards will be uneven at the joins, both in terms of gaps between them, and also to get them all to sit at the same level. There are so many photos of these types of ceilings, but without a t&g board, is it difficult to achieve?

Whoa, super informative, thank you so much.

Excellent!

Great video thanks.

Well now, this was a very interesting, informative and in-depth talk on the subject. Thanks!

That was so usefull ! Great video and commentary !

Loved this video...and plywood! So informative and well written. Thank you! Now off to watch more of your channel.

What do u do about joints if you're painting?

I was hoping this would tell me more about the kind of plywood you sometimes see in bookshelves where the layers are very distinct. I've never seen this plywood in a lumberyard but often in stores or magazines.

Thanks!

sorry asking, what is the difference between veneer & plywood?

Definately given me a lot to think about

Top man, just the kind of info I need.

These guys know their stuff. Subbed.

well done

This was excellent thanks.

we had that back in the 80ies...

Hi, I enjoyed this video Would you do some more sessions like these talking about Interior and exterior fitouts and joinery details ...?

Thanks great content

You have a great voice

Love this video. Indeed, so well presented!

This is new?? Baohaus??

👍👍👍 Fettes Lob

Formaldehyde free plywood is impossible, wood naturally contain formaldehyde.

I am a design draftsman with larger background as woodworking contractor. I did a number of plywood (finish) build outs for a prominent architectural firm in my area as well as designing other installations for high end design/build millwork shops. Done right, it does take on a special character. And of course the famed miter fold is indispensable.

in love

Hi, thank you for the video. What house is at 3:52 when you are talking about curving the plywood? Thank you.

I want to use plywood as a wall covering. What thickness and type of plywood works best for this application?

You are a legend! Thanks for sharing

Great video. Keep it up.

!;-)Thankyou

3/4" plywood is not 3/4" thick.

thank you

I made it with Woodprix handbooks !

I usually hate slideshows, but the photos you used were a perfect selection. A+ info.

"Rooted in an idea rather than fashion" you are a true designer.

Have you ever asked someone what time it is and they begin to tell you what a clock is and what it's made of?

Do you have a list of suppliers for plywood and plywood fasteners?

Forgot to mention finishing plywood takes 3-4x the work or coatings for a finishers so don’t be surprised if the carpenters bill is much less then the finisher bill!

Very instructive video! I really wanted plywood flooring in my new house and it wasn't easy finding a contractor that would do it. Now, a year later, some spots are squeaky and I'm not sure what to do. They were initially glued and nailed to the sub-floor. Any suggestions?

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You might want to think how this comes over to a viewer. Fast speech, reading from a script, with poor voice inflection is devoid of communication.

Plywood is JUNK

Plywood sucks as a finish. It's inherent grain pattern is undesirable and much less than attractive.

Not worth it