Types based on the veneer of wood used.
Hardwood plywood- This refers to the plywood that is manufactured by bonding together veneers from hardwood.
Softwood plywood- This refers to the use of veneers of softwoods or softwood chips that are glued together that are then heat pressed in the manufacturing of softwood plywood.
Types based on the number of plies
A number of plies refer to the layers of veneers or thin slices of wood that is used in the manufacturing of the plywood. Based on the number of plies you have
3-ply
5-ply
7-ply
9-ply
The plywood tends to be expensive as the number of ply increases.
Types Based on Properties
Based on the properties of the plywood you have.
MR- Moisture resistant plywood that is resistant moisture, humidity, and dampness to some extent.
WBP- This refers to Boiling waterproof property of the plywood.
