What is Brown Film Faced Plywood?
Brown film faced plywood uses the same construction as black film — a WBP phenolic-bonded plywood core faced with resin-impregnated paper — but with a brown film that costs slightly less and is the conventional choice for general building work in many markets.
It is the sensible specification when the formwork schedule is short, when panels will be used for two or three structures rather than a full high-rise, or when the buyer is supplying a mixed portfolio of small contractors. Performance per pour is close to black film; total cost per project is lower.
Specifications
Standard production range. Sizes, glue types and grades outside this table can be produced to order — tell us the specification your customer requires.
| Panel size | 1220 × 2440 mm, 915 × 1830 mm |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 12 / 15 / 18 / 21 mm |
| Film | Brown phenolic, 120 g/m² |
| Core | Poplar · Hardwood · Combi |
| Adhesive | WBP phenolic |
| Reuse | 8–12 pours |
| Moisture | 8–12 % |
| Loading | 20GP ≈ 20 m³ · 40HQ ≈ 28 m³ |
Why buyers choose our Brown Film Faced Plywood
Lower cost, same adhesive system
The saving comes from film colour and core selection, not from downgrading the glue. Every brown film panel we ship is WBP phenolic, so it still survives wet site conditions.
Right-sized for shorter projects
If a project needs six pours, paying for a 220 g heavy-duty panel is wasted money. Brown 120 g is priced for exactly this profile of work.
Available in the same thickness range
12 to 21 mm, so a buyer can standardise on one supplier for both premium and economical formwork.
Mixed containers welcome
Brown and black film can be consolidated in one container, which is useful for distributors serving contractors with different budgets.
Applications
General building construction
Residential and commercial frames with modest pour counts.
Small and mid-size contractors
Where panels are bought per project rather than per fleet.
Distributor stock
A price-competitive line to sit alongside premium black film.
Temporary works
Hoarding, protection and site carpentry.
Packing & container loading
| Container | Volume | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 20GP | ≈ 20 m³ | About 370 panels of 18 mm |
| 40HQ | ≈ 28 m³ | About 520 panels of 18 mm |
| Pallet | 20–24 per 40HQ | Waterproof wrap and steel straps |
All shipments are palletised, steel strapped and wrapped in waterproof film. Loading photographs and a full document set are sent for every container.
Frequently asked questions
Is brown film faced plywood weaker than black?
How many times can brown film be reused?
Can I mix black and brown film in one container?
Need a price for Brown Film Faced Plywood?
Tell us the specification and destination port. Formal offer within 24 hours, samples available on request.
