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Why Choose WISA®

WISA® plywood and veneer products are manufactured in Europe adhering to the strictest sustainability principles. Choosing WISA ensures that you're selecting products that originate only from legal and sustainable sources, fully complying with all relevant standards and regulations, including the European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR). Additionally, WISA products are available with either PEFC or FSC™ certification, offering further assurance of their commitment to environmental responsibility.

Explore our extensive Wisa range below for comprehensive technical sheets and detailed product information. For even more in-depth details and specifications, please visit the Wisa website.

WISA-SpruceFR

This is a fire-retardant plywood product for use in construction. The fire retardant treatment significantly improves fire resistance properties of the product without compromising the plywood panel’s excellent technical properties. WISA-SpruceFR works equally as well as the base product – WISA-Spruce – in all kind of construction, especially in structural uses and load bearing structures.

Properties

  • Fire-retardant
  • The highest fire classification a wood-based panel can get
  • Sustainable
  • Lightweight

End-uses

Construction, especially structural uses and load-bearing structures 

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WISA-SpruceWR

WISA-SpruceWR is a lightweight water repellent plywood panel for structural uses. The wood-based water repellent coating agent protects the panel from the weather and adds efficiency to construction work. The wood-based agent creates a barrier slowing the rate of moisture penetration to the structure. At the same time, the surface allows the panel to breath and dry freely.

Properties

  • Water repellent
  • Lightweight
  • High quality

End-uses

  • Construction
  • Temporary building

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WISA-Spruce Special

WISA-Spruce Special is a smooth, strong, structural multipurpose plywood panel with a superior surface quality. The panel is light in weight yet strong and rigid, typically used in load bearing structures. The refined look and smooth surface makes it suitable for other uses as well including shop fittings, joinery, furniture and DIY use. The panel is ideal for projects demanding outstanding environmental performance and consistent high quality.

Bonding

Weather resistant glueing according to EN 314-2/class 3 Exterior. WISA-Spruce Special fulfills the requirements of EN 13986 E1 low formaldehyde emission class. On request deliveries according to TSCA Title VI / CARB Phase II.

Surface and edges

Face: Grade G (solid surface with no open defects)
Reverse: Grade III (comply with standard EN 635-3)

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WISA-Form MDO

WISA-Form MDO is a spruce based product for various formwork applications. The light weight of the panel makes it easy to handle and medium density overlay on the face gives a constant matt finish to the concrete surface.

Properties

  • Light weight
  • Smooth matt finish
  • Good striking properties

End-uses

  • Horizontal formwork
  • Vertical formwork
  • Special formwork

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WISA-Birch

WISA-Birch is a multipurpose high quality product selected for various applications where excellent strength is essential. Due to its light, smooth and even surface WISA-Birch offers an optimal base for different overlaying methods. 

Properties

  • Excellent strength/weight ratio
  • Possibility to customise according to your needs
  • Light, smooth and hard surface
  • Wide size and thickness range available with strict tolerances

End-uses

  • Vehicle floors
  • Shipbuilding
  • Construction
  • Joinery and shop fitting
  • Laminating industry
  • Furniture
  • High end packaging

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WISA-Sprucefloor 

WISA-Sprucefloor is a sustainable, purpose made plywood panel specifically designed for flooring.Unique to the UK market, it is used in house building, light industrial construction and commercial applications.

Lightweight panels with a T&G profile in size 2400 mm x 600 mm and 18 mm and 22 mm thicknesses are easy to install in all joisted or floating floor applications.

Technical and environmental information:

  • Fully rated structural panel – DoP: UPM006CPR available for use with Eurocode 5 or properties listed in BS 5268 Structural design standard
  • CE marked EN636-2 S conforms to EU Construction Product Regulation
  • Chain of custody Certification (FSC 100%)
  • Formaldehyde emission class E1: ideal for use in public buildings
  • Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Use for BREEAM & LEED environmental assessment
  • Low carbon footprint helps achieve A+ ratings in accordance with the Code for Sustainable Homes

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if you are seeking a specialist in plywood solutions, you've come to the right place. At Arnold Laver, we proudly offer an extensive range of Wisa Plywood, renowned for its exceptional quality and versatility. Perfect for a variety of applications, from construction projects to bespoke furniture design, our selection includes a variety of grades and types to suit your specific requirements. Please fill out the form below to enquire about our Wisa Plywood products, and a member of our team will respond promptly to assist you with your needs.

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