Plywood Type Finder

What's the panel for?

Plywood and sheet goods come in very different grades built for different jobs. Answer a few questions and we'll match you to the right option, or browse the table below.

ResultBest for
CDX PlywoodFor subfloors, roof sheathing, and wall sheathing
OSBFor structural sheathing on a budget
ACX / Marine-Grade PlywoodFor projects with one visible face
Baltic Birch PlywoodFor furniture, cabinetry, and fine woodworking where void-free edges and consistent, multi-ply strength matter.
MDFFor painted trim, cabinetry, and indoor projects needing a perfectly smooth, uniform surface