Question 1

What are sheet materials?

Accepted Answer

Sheet materials, also known as sheet timber or wood board, are flat, panelled products made from wood or wood-based fibres. They include plywood, MDF, OSB, and chipboard. Sheet timber is sold in large, flat panels (typically 2400mm x 1200mm in the UK) and is used where wide, flat coverage is needed - such as subfloors, walls, roofs, and loft boards.

Question 2

What’s the cheapest sheet material?

Accepted Answer

This will depend on the needs of your project, however generally chipboard is the most cost-effective sheet material. OSB boards are also affordable and commonly used where appearance is not a concern. If you need a specific type of wood board, you can compare retailer prices on Buildbuddy, and we’ll show you the cheapest option.

Question 3

Which sheet materials can be used outdoors?

Accepted Answer

If you’re looking for outdoor sheet wood, you’ll ideally need something that’s treated to protect it from the elements. Options might be exterior plywood, or treated OSB boards, provided edges are sealed. Always check the specs before you buy, to make sure you’re getting the product you need.

Compare timber sheet materials

9mm Sheathing Plywood 2440mm x 1220mm

Smooth White Melamine Pre-Glued Edging Strip - 22mm x 50m

22mm White Oak Iron On Edging Tape 50m

Steico Special Dry Woodfibre Sarking/Sheathing Board - 2230 x 600 x 60mm

8mm Bendy Flexible Plywood Cross Grain 2440mm x 1220mm

22mm Resonate P5 Loft Chipboard Sheet 1200mm x 500mm

22mm MDF board 2440mm x 1220mm

25mm MDF board 2440mm x 1220mm (Pack of 35)

Moisture Resistant MDF Board 3050mm x 1220mm x 25mm

9mm Paraply Hardwood Plywood FSC 2440mm x 1220mm

18mm Eucalyptus Hardwood Plywood FSC 2440mm x 1220mm

18mm SterlingOSB Zero OSB 3 Board Tongue & Groove 2400mm x 625mm

18mm Latvian Birch Plywood FSC 2440mm x 1220mm

22mm Black Walnut Veneer Edging Strip 50m

5.5mm Q Mark Hardwood Plywood Class 3 2440mm x 1220mm