THE FINISH AND THE CORE IN ONE ORDER
Choose the decor and plywood construction separately.
A similar decor can be supplied on different substrates. For plywood, specify the inner veneer species and lay-up beneath the face, then evaluate the cut edge and hardware detail. The published SGS results identify an 18 mm faced-plywood sample and its tested surface; they do not describe every decor and thickness.
The name describes two parts of the purchase: a melamine decorative surface and a plywood substrate. Keep the veneer lay-up and core species identifiable beneath the face. A similar decor on melamine MDF is a different board construction; compare the complete part when choosing between them.
For an unfaced substrate, explore commercial plywood. If you want the visible character of a wood veneer instead of a melamine decor, compare fancy plywood and its matching options.
BUY AROUND THE PART YOUR TEAM MAKES
Where will the faced plywood fit in your furniture?
Cabinet interiors
Coordinate sides, shelves and dividers with the selected decor. Include the hinge, runner and shelf-support locations, visible reverse faces and edge-band detail.
Furniture and storage
Connect the surface reference to the part dimensions, joints and fittings. Review the proposed panel in your own assembly where span, load or fixing performance matters.
Retail and interior joinery
Organise display units and storage packages by item and room. Keep adjoining decor, grain direction, edge finish and the installation drawing together.
For wet locations, heat sources, heavy cleaning or fire-specified interiors, include the exposure and required test method in the brief. The surface, plywood bond, edges and installed construction all belong in that discussion.
Build the trial around the cabinet detail that matters.
For cabinet sides, include runner, hinge and connector positions with the inside decor and front edge. For shelves, keep the support, span and intended service load on the assembly drawing. Review the proposed board in that arrangement alongside the material data relevant to your design.
For retail fixtures, connect removable panels, repeated cleaning and adjoining finishes to the surface requirement. Show cut-outs, joins and exposed edges near sinks or heat sources. Your brief should describe the service condition of the whole part rather than assuming a decorative face settles every exposure requirement.
Specifications
Supply specifications
Finished panel formats
Send your required width and length. We’ll discuss suitable formats for your chosen panel.
Buying components?
Include part dimensions, grain direction and quantities by item with your drawing.
| Supply | Melamine faced plywood; complete construction quoted for your project |
|---|---|
| Core / substrate | Plywood; core species and lay-up quoted for the selected construction |
| Facing | Melamine decorative surface; decor, texture and sheen specified for the item |
| Finished thickness & format | Quoted for the selected facing/plywood construction |
| Front / reverse | Desired visible faces and back treatment identified in the item |
| Edge & fabrication | Exposed plywood edge or matching band; requested operations and drawing |
Measured product data
SGS · 18 mm plywood · film and melamine paper surfaces
- Formaldehyde emission
- 0.6 mg/LGB 18580-2001 · Pass
- Internal bond
- 0.45 N/mm²GB/T 17657-1999 · Average
- Abrasion resistance
- 500 revolutionsISO 7784-2:1997
GB/T 17657-1999 · GB 18580-2001 · ISO 7784-2:1997
Details for your application
Panel construction and finishing
| Plywood and bond | Core species, veneer lay-up, substrate thickness and intended environment. |
|---|---|
| Decorative surface | Melamine facing identity, decor master, texture, sheen and grain direction. |
| Front and reverse | Visible-face requirements and matching or different reverse treatment, confirmed with quotation. |
| Finished component | Total thickness/tolerance, format, exposed edge or band, drawing and fabrication scope. |
| Documentation | Proposed finished-panel emission, bond and surface data with destination and required methods. |
Put the decorative face and plywood build-up on one specification.
Start with the finished thickness, sheet or part dimensions, and decor you want to match. The proposed plywood lay-up, face/reverse arrangement and finished panel tolerances are confirmed for that item.
Review the SGS results for 18 mm melamine faced plywood, including bonding, abrasion, impact and formaldehyde emission. Bring your required surface performance and emission method into the same construction brief.
| Plywood substrate | Core species, veneer lay-up, substrate thickness, bond requirement and intended environment. |
|---|---|
| Melamine facing | Decor reference, colour, texture, sheen, paper/overlay designation and the proposed surfacing construction. |
| Front and reverse | Required visible faces, matching or different decor, reverse treatment and complete layer arrangement. |
| Finished geometry | Total thickness, tolerance, width/length and measurement conditions; distinguish substrate and finished dimensions. |
| Edges and fabrication | Exposed plywood edge or matching edge band; cutting, drilling, routing and any requested preparation. |
| Documents | Finished-board emission requirement, bond and surface test methods, destination and relevant product data. |
Our commercial plywood range includes 3–30 mm substrates with poplar, birch or eucalyptus cores. Use those substrate options to start the discussion; the melamine-faced panel’s finished thickness, available format and complete construction are quoted separately.
Substrate grade and visible decor: keep both references
Specify the plywood face/back grade and the finished melamine appearance separately. Keep the core construction with the chosen decor, texture, sheen and surface sample in the order.
Quote the thickness at the stage your drawing uses.
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| Purchase reference | Define on the item | Use in production |
|---|---|---|
| Unfaced substrate | Core species, veneer construction, bond and substrate gauge. | Material identity beneath the front and reverse facings. |
| Faced sheet | Actual front/reverse construction, total thickness and delivered sheet dimensions. | Sheet handling, cutting setup and the finished-panel measurement. |
| Cut blank | Dimensions before any band, trimming or later finishing operations. | Cut list, decor direction, machining datum and remaining work. |
| Completed component | Final dimensions, included edges, holes and fittings at the stated delivery stage. | Assembly clearance, adjoining parts and the retained component drawing. |
For a drawing that calls for a finished 18 mm panel, identify where thickness is measured and the agreed limits after surfacing. That requested dimension is not established by selecting an 18 mm bare substrate. Ask for the complete supplied construction at the required measurement stage.
Give us the finished part size, decor direction and the blank your workshop needs. We’ll discuss the faced-sheet format and front/reverse arrangement for your cutting plan.
COMPARE THE FINISHED ITEM
Same furniture design. Different panel routes.
Melamine faced plywood
A decorative melamine surface on a veneer-layer substrate. Request the core lay-up and inspect the cut edge alongside the face and component trial.
Melamine faced MDF
The same purchase discussion starts with an MDF substrate. Compare the actual decor, finished thickness, machining and hardware fit for your component.
Compare melamine MDFWood veneer plywood
A real wood face brings species, leaf matching and coating into the specification. Choose this route when the design calls for veneer character and a finishing process.
Explore veneer plywoodCompare quotations on the same delivered scope: substrate, decorative face, reverse, finished thickness, edging and fabrication. Include pack protection and freight when reviewing the cost of each option.
Choose melamine surfacing or HPL
Melamine paper and a separately bonded HPL sheet use different surfacing methods. Ask which facing and process are included in your plywood quote. The Composite Panel Association explains thermally fused decorative paper surfacing.
For an HPL-on-MDF purchase, use our HPL faced MDF specifications. If your drawing calls for HPL on plywood, name that substrate and facing combination in your inquiry.
For a specified plastic working face, compare the Plastic Coated Plywood route. Keep polymer/coating identity, contact and cleaning requirements with the plywood construction.
Match the reverse and the edge to the visible face.
A front decor code is only part of a furniture-panel item. Show which reverse faces remain visible after assembly, whether their shade and texture must match, and where the edge meets another finish. Keep a physical master for the front, reverse and band under the intended lighting.
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| Detail | Define before pricing | Inspect in the trial |
|---|---|---|
| Matching or different reverse | Separate facing references and which surfaces are visible. | The complete panel and its appearance beside adjoining pieces. |
| Exposed plywood edge | Required edge appearance, preparation and coating where included. | Cut veneer layers, the selected finish and the face/edge junction. |
| Banded edge | Band identity, colour, texture, thickness and covered edges. | Bond line, corner joint, trimming and the completed dimensions. |
| Machined component | Drawing issue, datum, hole/profile detail and delivered operations. | Surface breakout, edge result and hardware fit on the actual part. |
Specify balance and flatness requirements for the complete front/substrate/reverse combination with its handling and measurement conditions. Keep them with the selected panel data and component trial. A hidden reverse still belongs in the supplied construction, even when it needs a different visual finish.
Mark woodgrain direction on each part and identify adjoining doors or panels that should align. Include the full sequence when you want grain to continue across the design.
COMPARE OPTIONS
Your selection at a glance
Decor and reverse
Select colour or woodgrain, texture and sheen using a physical master. Describe the front and any visible reverse separately.
Plywood and finished size
Identify core species, lay-up and bond. Finished thickness includes the facing and bonding layers; give sheet or component tolerances.
Edge and hardware
Choose exposed plywood or an edge band. Trial a cut corner, joint and fitting with the intended saw, tooling and edging.
SGS TEST DATA FOR THE FINISHED FACED BOARD
Choose the finish with the data behind it.
Bring the decorative face and plywood core into one material file. The SGS report below covers 18 mm faced plywood, with separate results for melamine-paper and film-paper surfaces. The melamine-paper results are listed here for your furniture-panel comparison.
- Formaldehyde emission
- 0.6 mg/LGB 18580-2001 · Pass
- Internal bond
- 0.45 N/mm²GB/T 17657-1999 · Average
- Abrasion resistance
- 500 revolutionsISO 7784-2:1997
View all 6 melamine-paper test results & methods
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| Test item | Reported result | Test method / reference |
|---|---|---|
| Formaldehyde emission | 0.6 mg/L · Pass | GB/T 17657-1999 · GB 18580-2001 |
| Internal bond | Average 0.45 N/mm² | GB/T 17657-1999 · clause 4.8 |
| Bonding quality | Five readings: 0.42 · 0.41 · 0.47 · 0.44 · 0.46 N/mm² | GB/T 17657-1999 · clause 4.15 |
| Peel-off after immersion | 12 mm | GB/T 17657-1999 · clause 4.17 |
| Impact resistance | Imprint diameter 5.6 mm · slight crazing | GB/T 17657-1999 · clause 4.44 |
| Abrasion resistance | 500 revolutions | ISO 7784-2:1997 |
The formaldehyde test uses UV-Vis analysis with a detection limit of 0.2 mg/L. The immersion procedure combines boiling and drying stages; abrasion uses two wheels at 500 g per wheel until the sub-layer is exposed. The full report includes procedures, bonding measurements and photographs of both faced-board constructions.
Product test reports & records
18 mm Faced Plywood Test Report
18 mm plywood · film and melamine paper surfaces
SGS test data for plywood with film or melamine paper, covering bonding, immersion, impact resistance, abrasion and formaldehyde emission.
GB/T 17657-1999 · GB 18580-2001 · ISO 7784-2:1997
Report issued:
What this report covers
SGS identifies 18 mm plywood with film paper and melamine paper. The two surfaces have separate result columns. Compare the matching surface and test method when selecting a faced panel.
- Define the surface in use
- Share the contact, cleaning and wear conditions for the furniture. Keep the abrasion and impact methods beside any required scratch, stain or heat performance.
- Try the core and cut edge
- Review bonding data with the veneer lay-up, then cut, edge and fit the panel through your workshop process. Retain the part with its decor and hardware detail.
- Prepare the emission file
- Include your destination, required emission class or threshold and test method in the inquiry. Request the finished-board documents with the quoted face, reverse and plywood construction.
Make the material file follow the furniture item.
Keep the selected decor, plywood substrate and face/reverse arrangement with your part drawing. Include these details in the technical request so the quotation, production trial and order describe the same finished board.
For a specified scratch, stain, heat or cleaning requirement, include the method and target result with your decor reference. Request processing and care instructions for the selected face, reverse and edges, and retain them with the accepted component for repeat orders.
Product data & reports to request
Request a technical data sheet covering:Core species, veneer lay-up, substrate thickness, bond requirement and finished-panel identification.Include these specification details:- Core species, lay-up, substrate thickness, plywood bond and dimensions
- Facing designation, decor master, texture/sheen and proposed surface data
- Complete finished thickness, reverse treatment, tolerances and fabrication scope
- Finished-board emission information, relevant report identity and test conditions
- Cutting, edging, storage and care instructions for the selected construction
Company documents to view
FSC chain of custody Wood panels · purchase & salesISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Management systems · stated sales activitiesEN 13986 plywood document Non-structural scope · listed modelsView our company certificates alongside the technical data for your selected panel.Melamine plywood core, surface and component requirements: what to match
- Plywood details
- Core species, veneer lay-up, substrate thickness, bond requirement and finished-panel identification.
- Facing and component
- Melamine surface identity, decor/texture/sheen master, front/reverse construction, finished thickness, cut edge or band and intended fittings.
- Project documents
- Required emission, bond and surface methods, destination, report scope, care/processing instructions and selected sample reference.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
Ordering information
- Minimum order
- 1 container
- Production time
- 7–15 days
- Samples
- Free samples
- Delivery terms
- FOB Qingdao / Lianyungang
USD 300–510 / m³ FOB Qingdao / Lianyungang
CUZI · Available to order · Raw materials in stock
Made to order · Production: 7–15 days · Warranty: 180 days
Container shipping by sea. Custom specifications and sizes available; ocean freight quoted separately.
Sample freight & order notes
- Minimum order: Mixed loads available.
- Production time: Made to your order; sea transit is additional.
- Samples: Buyer pays freight; full credit on a formal order.
- Delivery terms: Container shipping by sea.
SEE THE FACE. TRY THE EDGE.
Choose the decor with a sample your workshop can use.
- Share the finish masterSend the decor reference or physical sample, texture, sheen and desired face/reverse arrangement.
- Trial the working detailRequest a faced plywood sample with a cut edge or your intended band, joint and fitting detail.
- Keep the selected combinationRetain the decor, plywood lay-up, reverse and edge references with your part drawing and order item.
Samples are free; you pay courier freight, which is credited in full against your formal order. Include sample dimensions, delivery country and the operations you want to trial.
Choose the complete detail, then request its working sample.
Try the decor and core in a cabinet part. The examples below target 18 mm finished panels; confirm the core, front and reverse needed to achieve that size. Compare the finished edge and joint with your selected appearance sample.
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| Component to compare | Retain through the trial | Start the request |
|---|---|---|
| White matte, edged cabinet part | Requested poplar core, two visible decors and 18 mm finished target; actual bore/datum, band/adhesive/corner, final-after-banding dimensions and fitting. | Request the white edged-part trial Request the faced-panel material file |
| Woodgrain face with an exposed plywood edge | Requested birch core, both faces and 18 mm finished target; full layer schedule, cut/routed edge, preparation/coating and face-to-edge appearance beside the mating part. | Request the exposed-edge component |
| Numbered woodgrain furniture set | Full elevation, grain/rotation, front/reverse/edge masters and agreed printed-pattern matching. Quote pieces per accepted set, delivery stages and selected spares with the retained component. | Quote the numbered furniture set |
Try the finish through your next production operation.
Cut and machine the proposed faced board with the intended tools and setup. Inspect the entry and exit face, the exposed core and the face-to-edge junction. Then apply the selected band or edge finish and fit the actual connector or hardware on the trial part.
Retain the finished component with its decor references, core construction, drawing issue and processing record. Check the surface after the agreed workshop operations and cleaning method. If a changed facing, reverse, band or adhesive is proposed later, compare that combination against the retained part.
KEEP THE FINISH AND THE MIX IDENTIFIABLE
Make receiving the next step in your production plan.
Agree face separation, corner protection, supports and bundle labels for each decor and thickness. For cut parts, keep handed sets, grain arrows and item quantities easy to identify from the pack list.
Before fabrication, compare the delivery with your selected sample: surface/reverse, cut-edge construction, dimensions, count and visible transport condition. Store the boards dry and supported, following the proposed panel’s care instructions.
Share unloading equipment, bundle limits and receiving dates with the FOB/CIF inquiry. Keep observations linked to pack and item references using the incoming panel checklist.
Receive the finish references as well as the quantities.
Identify decor and face orientation on each pack, with component codes and direction marks where they affect fabrication. Agree protective separation, storage supports and bundle sizes for the actual delivery. Include unloading constraints before selecting pack weights and dimensions.
At receiving, check the face/reverse and edge construction against the retained references before cutting the whole batch. Record dimensions at the agreed stage, item counts and visible transport condition. Keep any differences linked to bundle labels and the drawing issue so the next action reaches the correct order line.
BUILD A MIX THAT FITS YOUR WORKSHOP
One container. An organised furniture-panel order.
The minimum order is one container, with mixed loads available. List each decor, plywood construction, finished thickness and format separately, including the reverse and requested edge or component work.
Regular production takes 7–15 days; shipping time is additional. Confirm your order schedule against facing selection, sample trials and the final part list. We quote FOB or CIF with the named shipment or destination port.
Use a mixed-panel SKU schedule for melamine plywood, unfaced plywood and other furniture boards in the same container. Keep repeat-order references tied to the chosen decor and core construction.
Compare the finished parts and processing included.
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| Quoted stage | Confirm included | Allow for remaining work |
|---|---|---|
| Faced sheets | Core, front/reverse, gauge, format, quantity and facing protection. | Cutting yield, machining, edge work and local handling. |
| Cut components | Part dimensions, direction, quantities and listed fabrication operations. | Any banding, finishing, drilling or assembly outside supply. |
| Edged or machined parts | Completed dimensions, edge references, holes and drawing issue. | Fittings, assembly, reserve parts and the agreed receiving stage. |
Compare the same currency, price unit and named delivery point, then connect the delivered cost to usable parts at the next workstation. A sheet price, square-metre price and completed-part price cover different scopes. Keep trial work and any special setup charge visible beside the repeat-order unit.
For mixed loads, list each decor, core, face/reverse arrangement and thickness as its own item. Group matching parts for packing where helpful, while preserving their separate counts and drawings. Keep changed decor or construction proposals identifiable on a repeat inquiry.
TURN A CABINET DESIGN INTO A PURCHASE ITEM
A cabinet interior brief that reaches the edge.
- Visible surfaces
- Selected light-colour or woodgrain master, texture and sheen; identify every visible front and reverse face.
- Board and cutting
- Plywood core/lay-up, finished thickness, part dimensions, decor arrows and sheet layout.
- Edges and fittings
- Edge-band reference or exposed plywood detail, joint drawing, hardware and the workshop trial part.
- Order and receiving
- Quantity by item, facing/core identification, labelled packs, required documents and delivery terms.
Review the shelf, side and adjoining edge under the intended lighting. Check the fitted component and retain that combination as the reference for the quoted order.
Convert cabinet counts into panel area and edging length.
Consider a planning cut list for 100 cabinets, each with two 700 × 500 mm sides and two 600 × 500 mm shelves. The dimensions below are finished-part inputs, not stocked board formats. Assume both broad faces need the selected decor, and only the 700 mm front of each side and the 600 mm front of each shelf are banded.
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| Part | Quantity | Net panel area | Banded front edges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side, 700 × 500 mm | 200 | 70.00 m² | 140.00 m |
| Shelf, 600 × 500 mm | 200 | 60.00 m² | 120.00 m |
The schedule contains 400 parts and 130.00 m² of panel area. Facing both sides gives 260.00 m² of decorative surface, while the specified front edges total 260.00 m before trimming or spares. Use panel area for board pricing and the separate figures for facing and edging.
Convert that net part list into purchased sheets using the confirmed format, decor direction, saw gaps and trim allowances. Specify whether the listed dimensions are after banding so the cut blanks can be sized consistently. Keep wastage, spares and any additional banded edges as separate lines; they are not included in the net figures above.
Sample checklist
Give your buying and production teams the same reference.
Open the melamine plywood sample worksheet
| Check | What to record |
|---|---|
| Decor and master | Facing designation, colour/reference, texture, sheen, grain direction and retained physical sample. |
| Plywood construction | Core species, lay-up, substrate thickness, bond requirement and proposed panel identification. |
| Complete panel | Front/reverse construction, finished thickness, dimensions, tolerance and measurement conditions. |
| Cut and edge | Tooling and cutting observations, exposed core, edge band, trimming and corner joint appearance. |
| Component trial | Part drawing, hardware, joint/fit observations and any agreed load or surface evaluation method. |
| Order handover | Selected sample and item revision, documents, quantities, matched sets, labels and pack protection. |
| Delivered stage | Substrate, faced-sheet, cut-blank and finished-component dimensions; included banding and machining. |
| Quantity and price scope | Part counts, visible faces, banded edges, reserve lines, quoted unit and remaining workshop work. |
FAQ
Melamine plywood questions for your buying team.
Does CUZI supply melamine faced plywood?
Yes, for project orders. Send the decor reference, plywood substrate requirement, finished dimensions, front/reverse arrangement and quantity. Request a faced sample before selecting the order construction.
Is it the same board as melamine MDF?
No. Melamine faced plywood has a layered veneer core; melamine MDF has a fibreboard core. The decors may coordinate, but machining, exposed edges, weight and hardware performance follow the chosen substrate. Compare the complete component using the same joint and finish.
Which thicknesses and sheet sizes can I order?
Melamine faced plywood is quoted to your finished thickness and sheet or component size. Finished thickness, tolerance and available formats are confirmed for the selected melamine/plywood construction. Commercial plywood substrate options provide a starting point; include total finished thickness and your sheet or part dimensions in the inquiry.
Can I request white, black or woodgrain decors?
Yes. White, black and woodgrain decors can be specified for the quoted construction. Send the colour or decor master, texture and sheen you want. The quotation identifies the proposed facing reference and available combination; compare a physical faced-and-edged sample beside neighbouring furniture parts.
Can the two faces have different finishes?
Yes. Different front and reverse finishes can be specified. Name each decor, texture and sheen, including any visible back, and keep both with the plywood construction and finished thickness. Evaluate the complete faced and edged component for the intended fit and appearance.
Can I leave the plywood edge exposed?
Yes, when the selected plywood core and finished edge meet the visible-edge requirement. Include the exposed-edge detail, required core appearance, preparation and any clear or coloured finish. Trial the cut edge alongside the decorative face. If you want edge banding instead, provide the band reference and corner joint detail.
Does the melamine face make plywood waterproof?
No. A melamine face does not waterproof the plywood core, cut edges or joints. For wet or outdoor conditions, specify the core bond, finish, exposed edges, joints and installation together. Ask for product data relevant to the completed panel and its intended use.
Is there an SGS report for melamine faced plywood?
Yes. View the 18 mm faced plywood report and melamine-paper results for formaldehyde emission, internal bond, bonding quality, immersion, impact and abrasion. The complete PDF also includes the test procedures and faced-board photographs.
How is melamine plywood surface wear tested?
The published melamine-paper test records 500 revolutions under ISO 7784-2:1997, using two wheels at 500 g per wheel. This is a laboratory abrasion result for the identified face, not a lifespan in years or a count of furniture uses. Specify separate scratch, stain or heat requirements where needed.
Which emission or surface standards can I specify?
The SGS report lists formaldehyde emission of 0.6 mg/L under GB/T 17657-1999 with reference to GB 18580-2001. Include your destination market, required class or threshold, test method and product documents in the inquiry. The quotation connects those requirements with your selected finished-panel construction.
Can I buy mixed loads and request samples?
Yes. One container is the minimum order, and mixed loads are available. Samples are free; you pay courier freight, which is credited in full against your formal order. Regular production is 7–15 days, with shipping additional and your order schedule confirmed in the quotation.
What should I include in a melamine faced plywood inquiry?
Send the decor master, plywood core/lay-up, finished thickness and size, front/reverse arrangement, edge or fabrication details, quantities and destination. The sample and quotation identify the proposed finished construction.
Further reading: Melamine decor and edge bands: approve the complete corner or Cabinet hardware trials: compare the fitting and panel together. Compare your shortlisted panels.
START WITH THE DECOR AND THE PART
Bring your melamine plywood inquiry together.
A finish reference, approximate quantities and destination are enough to start. Add the construction and drawing details you have, then use this outline when the component schedule is ready.
Open the melamine plywood inquiry outline
I would like a quotation for Melamine Faced Plywood. Application / destination: Thickness / sheet or finished part size: Decor / texture / sheen / visible faces: Plywood core / bond / reverse / edge band: Cutting, drilling or edging needed: Quantity / mixed-load items / spares: Samples or product documents needed: Packing / FOB or CIF port / required date:
