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 * Ideal for residential and light commercial construction
 * Quality construction, durability and impact resistance
 * Stiff and strong

A proven performer for more than half a century

Plytanium® Plywood sheathing provides outstanding performance, durability and
impact resistance for walls and roofs, and is ideal for both residential and
light commercial construction. For wall sheathing that stands the test of time,
it’s tough to beat Plytanium® Plywood, only from Georgia-Pacific.

Manufactured for reduced edge swell and less telegraphing

Can also be used in wall sheathing applications


SPECS

Available Sizes (Sized for 4’ x 8’)
Square Edge

3’-11 7⁄8” (1.216 m) x 7’-11 7⁄8” (2.435 m)

Building Code Performance Categories, Panel Thickness
3/8 CAT

0.354” (8.99 mm)

15/32 CAT (3-ply)

0.451” (11.45 mm)

15/32 CAT (4-ply)

0.451” (11.45 mm)

19/32 CAT

0.578” (14.68 mm)

23/32 CAT

0.703” (17.85 mm)

Specifications
Length/Width Tolerance

+0, –1⁄16” (+0, –1.6 mm)

Straightness Tolerance

± 1/16” (± 1.6 mm)

Squareness Tolerance

± 1/8” (± 3.2 mm)

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Southern Yellow Pine

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APA® – The Engineered Wood Association

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Exposure 1 : Plywood suitable for uses not permanently exposed to the weather.
Panels classified as Exposure 1 are intended to resist the effects of moisture
on structural performance as may occur due to construction delays, or other
conditions of similar severity.

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Class III or C

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76-200, smoke developed index <450

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PS 1-09 or PS 2-10

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What is the proper way to store plywood on the yard or on a job site?

ANSWER

Whenever possible, store panels under a roof. Keep sanded panels and
appearance-grade products away from high-traffic areas to prevent damage to
surfaces. Use pieces of lumber to weigh down the top panel in a stack to reduce
warpage from humidity. If moisture absorption is expected, cut steel bands on
bundles to prevent edge damage.

If panels must be stored outside, stack them on a level platform supported by at
least three 4x4s to keep them off the ground. Place one 4×4 in the center and
the other two 4x4s 12 to 16 inches from the ends. Never leave panels or the
platform in direct contact with the ground.

Cover the stack loosely with plastic sheets or tarps. Anchor the covering at the
top of the stack, but keep it open and away from the sides and bottom to ensure
good ventilation. Tight coverings prevent air circulation and when exposed to
sunlight, may promote mold or mildew. (Source: APA Builder Tip U450: Storage and
Handling of APA Trademarked Panels)

Is there a difference between span ratings for OSB and plywood?

ANSWER

No, span ratings for similar thicknesses are the same.

What is the flame spread classification for plywood?

ANSWER

Class III or C

What is the difference between Exterior and Exposure 1 panels?

ANSWER

Exterior panels are suitable for applications subject to long-term exposure to
weather or moisture, while panels classified as Exposure 1 are intended to
resist the effects of moisture on structural performance as may occur due to
construction delays, or other conditions of similar severity. Exposure 1 panels
are made with the same exterior adhesives used in Exterior panels. However,
because other compositional factors may affect bond performance, only Exterior
panels should be used for long-term exposure to weather.

What is the difference between Structural 1 and Exposure 1 panels?

ANSWER

Structural I refers to certain specialized strength and stiffness
characteristics of wood structural panels while the term Exposure 1 refers to
the glue bond durability of a wood structural panel. Structural I, also referred
to as “STRUC I”, may be OSB or plywood and is, essentially, a subcategory of APA
Rated Sheathing. Panels designated Structural I must meet all of the
manufacturing and performance standards of Rated Sheathing, as well as certain
additional requirements.

The advantages of Structural I Rated Sheathing over standard Rated Sheathing
panels of the same Performance Category are realized in certain specialized
engineered applications such as engineered shear walls and engineered horizontal
diaphragms. Specialized construction situations requiring installation of roof
sheathing panels with the strength axis parallel to supporting structure also
benefit from the use of Structural I sheathing. Structural I is of no additional
benefit for other traditional construction applications. Consult a professional
engineer for specific applications.

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Can you paint plywood?

ANSWER

Yes, plywood can be painted using one coat of acrylic latex primer and at least
two coats of acrylic latex paint. Oil-based paints are not recommended.

Can plywood be used for outdoor projects?

ANSWER

Plywood panels classified as “Exterior” are suitable for applications subject to
long-term exposure to weather or moisture.

What does the stamp on my plywood panel mean?

ANSWER

On every Georgia-Pacific sheathing panel you should be able to find an APA grade
stamp. This stamp is your assurance that the product is manufactured in
accordance with the APA’s rigorous program of quality inspection and testing.
The grade stamp on a panel also tells you a lot about the panel – the span
rating, exposure rating, panel thickness and the building code approval the
panel meets.

What does the "span rating" of a plywood panel mean?

ANSWER

Within the grade stamp on a panel you will find the span rating. When there are
two numbers separated by a slash (i.e. 48/24), the first number is the maximum
recommended center-to-center spacing for supports in inches when the panel is
used for roof sheathing with the long dimension across supports. The second
number is the maximum center-to-center spacing of supports in inches when the
panel is used for sub-flooring with the long dimension across supports.

How many sheets are in a unit of plywood?

ANSWER

The number of panels in a unit of plywood varies depending on the type and
thickness of product. On sheathing products, the piece count is typically
stenciled on the side of the unit. Other products have corrugated side
protectors that should indicate piece count. If you need a piece count and
neither of those are visible please contact GP at 800-284-5347.

Does GP's wood come from sustainably managed forests?

ANSWER

Plywood panels from Georgia-Pacific are made from wood sourced through a system
that is third-party certified to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative®
procurement standard.

Do your panels meet formaldehyde emissions standards?

ANSWER

Yes, Georgia-Pacific plywood and OSB panels only use moisture resistant
adhesives that contain no added urea formaldehyde resins, and are therefore
exempt from U.S. EPA and California formaldehyde regulations due to their very
low emission rates.

When used in the manufacture of crates and pallets, are Georgia-Pacific plywood
and OSB safe for international shipping?

ANSWER

To prevent the introduction and spread of plant pests, ISPM 15: International
Standards for Phytosanitary Measures, requires that internationally shipped
solid wood pallets be debarked, treated with heat or fumigated with methyl
bromide, and marked with a seal of compliance. Pallets made with engineered wood
are exempt from ISPM 15 regulations. This is because the process of
manufacturing engineered wood destroys any live organisms in the wood. (Source:
“Boxes, Crate and Reel Manufacturing,” www.PerformancePanels.com)

How many veneers/plies make up your plywood products?

ANSWER

The number of veneers/plies in our plywood products depends on thickness of the
product. Here are the standard number of veneers/plies for some of our common
thicknesses:

¼ – 3-ply

3/8 – 3-ply

11/32 – 3-ply

15/32 – 3-ply OR 4-ply

19/32 – 4-ply OR 5-ply

23/32 – 5-ply

7/8 – 6-ply

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