BB Ply Qestion - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

earlinjax · 11-10-2006, 08:28 PM

I am cutting (or trying to) the lichterbogen. I found a couple of sheets of 1/8 BB ply in my stash and started. I am getting a lot of tear out or delamination, especially around sharp points. I don't recall where I got this wood but it doesn't seem to good.

My Question: I see both Baltic Birch and Finnish Birch advertised. The Finnish is supposed to have waterproof glues but my real question is the Finnish stuff a better quality all around? It is disappointing to cut something and have the wood spoil it.

Where do you folks get your ply?

Thanks,
EarlinJax

PeteB · 11-10-2006, 09:54 PM

Sloan's Woodshop is highly regarded, and they have good prices for both kinds.

I have tried Finnish birch (from elsewhere) and didn't like it, but I think I got off-brand. It was warped and cut hard, with the glue lines burning. Finnish birch is a step up from BB because it is always flawless on both sides. I'd try Sloan's or Aircraft Spruce if I were to buy again.

Real BB comes in 5' X 5' sheets, while Chinese knockoffs are 4' X 8'. BB I have had (bought locally) has been nice wood to cut.

Pete

Minnesota scroller · 11-10-2006, 10:54 PM

I agree, Sloan's has the best prices that I've found anywhere. They also don't over charge on shipping, a real plus. They generally ship out within 24 hours. http://www.sloanswoodshop.com/

lucky788scroller · 11-11-2006, 02:44 AM

Where are you located? I've got some top grade BB ply here. 20 by 30 inch pieces. I have some in 1/8th, 1/4th inch thicknesses.I can part with a few pieces if you need some for a reasonable charge. Dale

Mick Walker · 11-11-2006, 03:33 PM

I have always had good luck with the Finnish BB from Scroller LTD. at www.scrolleronline.com

11-10-2006, 08:28 PM	#1
earlinjax Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 549	BB Ply Qestion I am cutting (or trying to) the lichterbogen. I found a couple of sheets of 1/8 BB ply in my stash and started. I am getting a lot of tear out or delamination, especially around sharp points. I don't recall where I got this wood but it doesn't seem to good. My Question: I see both Baltic Birch and Finnish Birch advertised. The Finnish is supposed to have waterproof glues but my real question is the Finnish stuff a better quality all around? It is disappointing to cut something and have the wood spoil it. Where do you folks get your ply? Thanks, EarlinJax

11-10-2006, 10:54 PM	#3
Minnesota scroller Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SW MN Posts: 1,698	I agree, Sloan's has the best prices that I've found anywhere. They also don't over charge on shipping, a real plus. They generally ship out within 24 hours. http://www.sloanswoodshop.com/ __________________ Mike Making sawdust with a Dremel 1680. www.picturetrail.com/naturephotos

11-11-2006, 03:33 PM	#5
Mick Walker Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Janesville, WI Posts: 1,493	I have always had good luck with the Finnish BB from Scroller LTD. at www.scrolleronline.com __________________ Mick, - Delta P-20 The future ain't what it used to be.

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11-10-2006, 09:54 PM	#2
PeteB Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 422	Sloan's Woodshop is highly regarded, and they have good prices for both kinds. I have tried Finnish birch (from elsewhere) and didn't like it, but I think I got off-brand. It was warped and cut hard, with the glue lines burning. Finnish birch is a step up from BB because it is always flawless on both sides. I'd try Sloan's or Aircraft Spruce if I were to buy again. Real BB comes in 5' X 5' sheets, while Chinese knockoffs are 4' X 8'. BB I have had (bought locally) has been nice wood to cut. Pete

11-11-2006, 02:44 AM	#4
lucky788scroller Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin Posts: 6,354	Where are you located? I've got some top grade BB ply here. 20 by 30 inch pieces. I have some in 1/8th, 1/4th inch thicknesses.I can part with a few pieces if you need some for a reasonable charge. Dale