One. Can plywood be used as flooring?
Yes.
As a construction material, plywood is increasingly used in various aspects of home renovation, including plywood flooring. Plywood flooring contains a certain amount of formaldehyde. However, choosing plywood flooring manufactured by reputable companies ensures that the formaldehyde content is within the standard emission range. Proper use poses minimal risk to human health and can be used as flooring.
Two. What are the pros and cons of using plywood flooring?
As an alternative to traditional hardwood flooring, plywood may be more cost-effective than other flooring materials. Furthermore, plywood is pre-machined to a smooth surface and then coated with several layers of polyurethane as a protective layer to resist abrasion.
Please note that while plywood veneer, with its vibrant natural wood grain and cost-effectiveness, is a good choice for interior decoration, it is made from wood bonded with glue, which may contain a certain amount of formaldehyde. Therefore, it is essential to ventilate and release formaldehyde before use, and to maintain good ventilation during subsequent use.