*NB: I'm far from an expert in woodworking*
What is the difference between 2mm ply and 2mm veneer (in terms of properties)? I assume that ply is layered and a veneer is one sheet but is there any advantages or disadvantages for using one over the other?
I was thinking of making a basic surfing hand plane. A design from a fairly established and popular company in the USA use a thin layer of XPS foam and on the top and bottom, there are two layers of 2mm paulownia veneer.
It's seemingly hard to come by 2mm paulownia (or any other sheets of veneer at 2mm thick). 2mm ply (or 4mm ply would probably make sense) seems easy and cheaper.
But I don't know the pros and cons of using one over the other for structural integrity and general longevity.
What is the difference between 2mm ply and 2mm veneer (in terms of properties)? I assume that ply is layered and a veneer is one sheet but is there any advantages or disadvantages for using one over the other?
I was thinking of making a basic surfing hand plane. A design from a fairly established and popular company in the USA use a thin layer of XPS foam and on the top and bottom, there are two layers of 2mm paulownia veneer.
It's seemingly hard to come by 2mm paulownia (or any other sheets of veneer at 2mm thick). 2mm ply (or 4mm ply would probably make sense) seems easy and cheaper.
But I don't know the pros and cons of using one over the other for structural integrity and general longevity.