This type
of construction is composed of an odd number of veneer plies.
The middle ply is called the "center" and plies on either side of
the center but beneath the outer plies are called "cross-bindings.''
Outer plies are called "faces" and 'backs'' Panel thicknesses are
available from 1/8"
to 1-1/2";1/4" or thinner panels are
normally 3-ply; thicker panels are 5 to 11-ply or more.
The
face and back veneers are applied directly to a core of medium
density fiberboard or particleboard. This type of panel
construction is the most stable of all plywood.
