How to Stack & Store Plywood
Proper plywood storage is important to prevent damage caused by warping and rotting. Because plywood is a composite of smaller pieces of wood, it is held together with adhesives that contain water. This makes it more susceptible to warping or bending because the adhesive is not strong enough to maintain the shape of the large sheets on its own. Plywood should be stacked and stored laid down horizontally for the best protection against warping. Does this Spark an idea?
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Place pallets next to each other on a flat surface, as close together as possible. Make sure you have enough so the largest piece of plywood does not hang over the edges. Also make sure that the pallets are elevated off the floor. Wear gloves to keep your hands free of splinters.
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Cover the pallets with plastic sheeting to protect the plywood from moisture that could lead to mildew and rot. Overlap the edges if using more than one sheet.
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Stack the plywood, placing the largest pieces on the bottom, and so on up. Sheets can be stacked as high as you like, as long as the pallets on the bottom are not broken and can support the weight.
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Cover the plywood with another layer of plastic sheeting. Keep it covered at all times. It may seem like a hassle to unstack the plywood whenever you need a piece, but this method ensures minimal warping.
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