Understanding terminology behind
Plywood grades
Grade A
- Smooth, sanded surface without knots
- Wood defects have been repaired with synthetic filler
- Ideal for furniture or cabinet doors
Grade B
- Smooth, sanded surface
- Repaired defects including knots as big as 1 inch
Grade C
- Unsanded
- Unrepaired defects including knots as big as 1 1/2 inches
- Discoloration
- Sanding defects
- Ideal for subfloors or garages
Grade D
- Unrepaired defects including knots as big as 2 1/2 inches
- Discoloration
- Sanding defects