Plywood Express
Plywood Express is a Florida-based manufacturer and distributor of premium wood panels, architectural veneers, and decorative surfacing products, serving architects, interior designers, contractors, and millworkers through two showrooms, in-house custom fabrication, and company-owned delivery across Florida.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2013
- HeadquartersPompano Beach, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Plywood Express does
Plywood Express is a privately held Florida-based manufacturer and distributor of premium wood panels, architectural veneers, and decorative surfacing products, founded in 1994 and headquartered in Pompano Beach. The firm serves trade professionals, including architects, interior designers, contractors, and millworkers, by combining a multi-brand international product portfolio with in-house custom fabrication services such as blueprint matching, veneer lay-up, sketch face patterning, fire-rated treatment, wire brushing, and table top fabrication. Its product catalog spans architectural-grade natural veneers, composite engineered veneers (Alpi, Brookside, Star, Tabu), dyed and fumed veneers, TFL melamine panels (Duo by Finsa, Sunset by Guararapes), anti-fingerprint and scratch-resistant MDF (Aris by Guararapes, Solid by Finsa), high-pressure laminates (Formica, Wilsonart, Luna), fluted and embossed panels, edge banding, flexible veneers, and substrates (MDF, particleboard, plywood, fire-rated Medite/FibraPan).
The company operates two showrooms, in Pompano Beach and Orlando, and a Pompano Beach distribution center, with company-owned truck delivery throughout Central, South, and West Florida and coordinated nationwide freight shipping for other regions. It is FSC Chain of Custody certified and complies with CARB Phase 2 and TSCA Title VI formaldehyde standards, which are required for many commercial and hospitality specifications. The business model is B2B sales-led and project-driven, with quote-based pricing, custom lead times of 4 days to 3 weeks, and credit terms available for qualified repeat customers; named project customers include Armani Casa, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Gucci, Waldorf Astoria, Four Seasons Emerald Bay, The Breakers, The Setai, Disney, Perez Art Museum Miami, Chase Bank, Wells Fargo, Aston Martin Residences, and FBI Puerto Rico. Revenue, ownership, and management team information is not publicly disclosed.
Plywood Express firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Plywood Express
- Legal name
- Plywood Express
- Website
- https://plywoodexpress.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2013
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Plywood Express is a Florida-based manufacturer and distributor of premium wood panels, architectural veneers, and decorative surfacing products, serving architects, interior designers, contractors, and millworkers through two showrooms, in-house custom fabrication, and company-owned delivery across Florida.
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- akta.pro rank
Plywood Express industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Wood Panels and Architectural Veneers
- NAICS
- Veneer, Plywood, and Engineered Wood Product Manufacturing (3212), Custom Architectural Woodwork and Millwork Manufacturing (337212), Reconstituted Wood Product Manufacturing (321219), Veneer, Plywood, and Engineered Wood Product Manufacturing (32121)
- SIC
- Millwood, Veneer, Plywood, & Structural Wood Members (2430), Wholesale-Lumber, Plywood, Millwork & Wood Panels (5031), Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Engineered Wood Panels (Plywood, OSB, LVL) (IMADADAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Hardwood Plywood & Decorative Panels Manufacturing (IMAMACAB), Wood Flooring & Wood Veneer Products (IMADADAI), Engineered Wood Product Finishing, Coating & Overlay (Film-faced, HPL/LPL) (IMAMACAN), Decor & Laminating Paper Manufacturing (Furniture, Flooring, Impregnated Papers) (IMAMAEAE), Veneer & Specialty Wood Products Trading (IMAMAIAL)
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Where Plywood Express is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Pompano Beach
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices3 records
Markets served
Plywood Express business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Wood Panel and Veneer Product Sales: Direct sales of premium wood panels, flexible veneers, and architectural surfaces. Products include architectural grade veneers, composite veneers (Alpi, Brookside, Star, Tabu), dyed veneers, TFL melamine panels, anti-fingerprint panels, high gloss panels, laminates, edge banding, and substrates. Custom manufacturing services available.
- Custom Fabrication Services: Value-added services including veneer lay-up, blueprint matching, veneer splicing, sketch face creation, door veneer application, fire-rated treatment, wire brushing, and table top fabrication. Services are priced separately from materials.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Standard materials - in stock products |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Custom-made materials |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Credit terms for repeat customers |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
Plywood Express product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Plywood Express manufactures, fabricates, and distributes premium wood panel and veneer products for architects, designers, contractors, and millworkers. The portfolio spans architectural-grade natural veneers, composite engineered veneers, TFL melamine panels, anti-fingerprint and scratch-resistant panels, high-pressure laminates, edge banding, flexible veneers, and substrates. The company provides in-house custom fabrication services including blueprint matching, veneer lay-up, sketch face assembly, splicing, fire-rated treatment, wire brushing, table top finishing, and door veneer application.
Product overview
Plywood Express is a South Florida-based manufacturer and distributor of premium wood panels, veneers, and architectural surfacing solutions. The product portfolio centers on three core product categories: Wood Veneer Panels (including Architectural Grade natural veneers, Composite engineered veneers by Alpi/Brookside, Star, and Tabu, Dyed veneers by Tabu, Fumed, Prefinished, Re-cut Naturale, Rough Cut, and Vinterio), TFL Melamine panels (Duo by Finsa and Sunset by Guararapes collections), and Anti-Fingerprint/Scratch-Resistant panels (Solid High Gloss and Matt by Finsa, Aris by Guararapes, Technical Matt by Finsa). Supporting products include High Gloss panels, Infinity Slat systems, Fluted panels (Embossed, Fluted MDF, Legno Solid by Tabu), Laminates (Formica, Luna, Wilsonart), Edge Banding, Flexible Veneers, and Substrates (MDF variants, Particleboard, Plywood, SuperPan). The company provides value-added fabrication services including Blueprint matching, Door lay-up, Fire Rated treatment, Lay Up, Sketch Face patterns, Table Top finishing, Veneer Splicing, and Wire Brushed textures. These products and services serve architects, designers, contractors, and millworkers for residential, commercial, and hospitality applications.
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Products and services
- Architectural Grade Veneer Panels Natural wood veneer panels selected, matched (Book Matched and Center Balanced), and processed for visible architecture and interior design applications.
- Composite Alpi and Brookside Veneers Engineered composite wood veneers distributed under partnership with Alpi and Brookside (Alvic), offering consistent grain patterns, colors, and styles for architectural surfaces.
- Composite Star Veneer Line Composite veneer line with engineered grain patterns and colors including Almond Oak, Cappuccino, Champagne, Ebony, European Walnut, and other architectural finishes.
- Composite Tabu Veneer Collection Composite veneer collection by Tabu featuring Caleidolegno and Newood engineered patterns for architectural applications.
- Dyed Veneers by Tabu (In Stock) Natural wood veneer treated with color dyes for uniform or vibrant shades while retaining natural wood grain; available in stocked, ready-to-ship sheets.
- Dyed Veneers by Tabu (On Demand) Custom-dyed veneer products on order offering extended color options and specialty species including Ash, Birch, Birdseye Maple, and Bolivar.
- Fumed Veneer Panels Natural wood veneer darkened through an ammonia fuming process in a vacuum chamber to enhance grain patterns; available in Aspen, Douglas Fir, Etimoe, Eucalyptus, Larch, Red Gum, Sapele, and White Oak.
- Prefinished Veneer Panels Pre-finished wood veneer panels with factory-applied finish in Maple species, eliminating on-site finishing requirements.
- Re-cut Naturale by Tabu Veneers Re-cut natural veneer collection by Tabu featuring White Oak Rift with natural texture and engineered patterns.
- Rough Cut Veneer Panels Rough cut veneer with bold, rustic texture created by cutting perpendicular to growth rings; available in Fumed Eucalyptus, Sapele, Walnut, and White Oak species.
- Vinterio Decorative Veneer Panels Decorative wood veneer panel collection by Vinterio featuring Walnut species for architectural applications.
- Duo by Finsa TFL Melamine Collection TFL (Thermally Fused Laminate) melamine collection by Finsa featuring dual-tone finishes including Biscuit, Black, Borneo Wood, Fresno, Gris Coco, Lino, Merino, Mohair Grey, Natural Grey, Nogal, Roble Stella, and Serenade.
- Sunset by Guararapes TFL Melamine Collection TFL melamine collection by Guararapes featuring warm and natural tones inspired by sunset colors with finishes including Ash Azores, Bilbao, Cappuccino, Copper, Earthly Terrino, Espresso Baviera, Fendi, Graphite, Lisbon, and others.
- Solid High Gloss Anti-Fingerprint Panels (Finsa) High-gloss anti-fingerprint TFL panel by Finsa featuring the Solid Glow collection with a reflective, high-shine surface finish.
- Solid Matt Anti-Fingerprint Panels (Finsa) Matte anti-fingerprint TFL panel by Finsa featuring the Solid Matt collection including Black Onix and Gris Lava finishes.
- Aris by Guararapes Ultra Matte MDF Panels MDF panel with ultra matte finish featuring acrylic lacquer technology combined with electron beam and acrylic resin curing, providing scratch/abrasion resistance, anti-fingerprint surface, UV protection, heat and stain resistance, and antibacterial properties; available in Fog and Night finishes.
- Technical Matt by Finsa Panels Technical matte finish TFL panel by Finsa featuring Titan finish for demanding interior applications.
- High Gloss Wood Panels High-gloss wood panel finish offering a reflective surface for contemporary interiors, available in White High Gloss.
- Infinity Slat Panel System Decorative slat panel system for wall and ceiling applications featuring continuous linear design elements.
- Embossed Decorative Panels (Finsa) Embossed decorative panel by Finsa featuring textured surfaces including Fluted and Piramid patterns for enhanced visual depth.
- Fluted MDF Panel Line Fluted MDF panel line featuring grooved patterns in U-Fluted and V-Fluted configurations for decorative wall and furniture applications.
- Legno Solid Fluted Panels by Tabu Solid wood fluted panel collection by Tabu featuring Italian-inspired designs including Capri U-Fluted, Milan Strip, and Rome Fluted patterns in White Oak and Walnut.
- Formica High-Pressure Laminate High-pressure laminate surfacing by Formica for durability and aesthetic appeal in various interior applications.
- Luna High-Pressure Laminate Collection High-pressure laminate collection by Luna featuring woodgrains and solid colors including American Vertical Walnut, Ashen Acacia, Auri Acacia, Beaver Rockpile, Black, Blank Elm, and many more.
- Wilsonart High-Pressure Laminate High-pressure laminate by Wilsonart featuring AEON technology with three times more wear, scratch, and scuff resistance, made with 23% post-consumer recycled content.
- Edge Banding Solutions Edge banding solutions for finishing panel edges, available in various materials and finishes to match panel surfaces.
- Flexible Veneer Sheets Flexible wood veneer sheets with backing options including Fleece Back, Paper Back, Phenolic Back, and Wood Back for application on curved and shaped surfaces.
- Substrate Materials Panel substrate materials including MDF (Standard, Black, Fire Rated, Moisture Resistant, NAF, Ultra Lite), Particleboard, Plywood, and SuperPan for veneering and manufacturing applications.
- Fire-Rated Wood Panels Fire-rated MDF from Roseburg (Medite FR) and Finsa (FibraPan) manufactured with fire-retardant chemicals throughout the board, available in MDF, Plywood and Particle Board up to 5x12 FT; topical fire-retardant spray service also offered; achieves Class A Flame Spread Rating compliant with ASTM, NFPA, ULC, and UBC standards.
- Blueprint Matching Service Blueprint matching service that fabricates veneer panels where wood grain figure and appearance are precisely aligned with architectural drawings for seamless grain continuity across panels.
- Custom Veneer Door Service Custom veneer door service applying decorative wood veneers onto door cores with balanced, elegant, and durable surfaces; available with any veneer species, MDF cores up to 5x8 FT and 1-3/4 inch thick, and door sizes up to 4x12 FT.
- Veneer Lay-Up Service In-house veneer lay-up service bonding veneers onto panel substrates with hot press technology, including face and back balancing veneer application for panel stability and warping reduction.
- Sketch Face Service Custom decorative veneer panel service assembling multiple veneer pieces into geometric compositions, including Diamond, Reverse Diamond, Box, Reverse Box, Basket Weave, and Sunburst designs.
- Table Top Fabrication Service Custom table top veneer service applying decorative wood veneer onto table surfaces with in-house lay-up capability for any wood species, pattern, or grain direction; core sizes up to 5x12 FT.
- Veneer Splicing Service Veneer splicing service joining individual veneer flitches to create larger continuous panels, supporting book match, slip match, and random match techniques with sizes up to 5x12 FT.
- Wire Brushed Surface Service Surface treatment service using specialized wire brushes to remove softer grain fibers and create tactile, textured finishes; available with any veneer species, most commonly used on Oaks, with sizes up to 4x12 FT.
Quantifiable outcome
- Custom-made materials available with lead times of 4 days to 3 weeks depending on availability
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Companies that use Plywood Express
Customer profileNamed customers23 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Plywood Express technology and API
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Feature4 records
Plywood Express partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- AlpicorePlywood Express distributes Composite Alpi (reconstituted/engineered wood veneer) products. Alpi produces composite veneers from fast-growing species using a proprietary manufacturing process including dyeing, block assembly, and re-slicing to create consistent engineered grain patterns. Available in various styles including Australian Walnut, Ebony, Flamed series, Grey Oak, and more.
- BrooksidecorePlywood Express distributes Brookside composite veneers, a brand of Alvic, offering reconstituted wood veneers with consistent patterns and colors for architectural applications.
- TabucoreAuthorized reseller of Tabu dyed veneers and composite veneers. Tabu is an Italian manufacturer with over 60 years of expertise in dyed wood veneers and composite veneer technology. Products include Caleidolegno and Newood composite collections.
- FinsacorePlywood Express distributes Finsa products including Duo collection (TFL melamine), Solid Glow (high gloss), Solid Matt, Technical Matt, Laminate, and various MDF substrates. Finsa is a Spanish manufacturer known for innovative surface technologies.
- GuararapescoreDistributor of Guararapes Sunset Collection (TFL melamine panels), Aris (scratch-resistant anti-fingerprint MDF), and various substrate products. Guararapes is a Brazilian manufacturer known for sustainable manufacturing practices and the Sunset Collection featuring warm natural tones.
- Guararapes - Aris CollectioncoreExclusive distributor of Aris collection featuring ultra matte finish with acrylic lacquer technology and electron beam curing. Products include Aris Fog and Aris Night with scratch resistance, anti-fingerprint, UV protection, and antibacterial properties.
- FormicacorePlywood Express distributes Formica laminate products, offering high-pressure laminate surfaces for furniture, walls, and architectural applications.
- WilsonartcoreDistributor of Wilsonart HPL (High-Pressure Laminate) and laminate products. Wilsonart features AEON technology providing 3x more wear, scratch, and scuff resistance. Products contain 23% post-consumer recycled content.
- LunacorePlywood Express distributes Luna laminate collection, offering decorative laminate surfaces in various wood grains and solid colors for interior applications.
- Roseburg (Medite)coreStocked manufacturer of fire-rated MDF from Roseburg (Medite FR product line). Roseburg produces fire-rated panels with fire-retardant chemicals incorporated during manufacturing for uniform flame resistance and consistent long-lasting protection.
- Finsa (FibraPan)coreSource for Finsa FibraPan fire-rated MDF panels, complementing the product line with European-manufactured fire-rated substrate options.
- DanzerminorListed as a product source with available MSDS documentation, indicating a sourcing relationship for decorative veneer products.
- AraucominorSource for Arauco particle board products, with available technical data sheets and MSDS documentation on file.
- RivaminorSource for Riva plywood products in 12mm and 18mm thicknesses, with technical data sheets available.
- MasisaminorSource for Masisa MDF Ultra Lite products, providing lightweight substrate options.
- M. BohlkeminorSource for M. Bohlke composite veneers, with MSDS documentation available.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Plywood Express competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Columbia Forest Products: One of the largest North American manufacturers of hardwood plywood and decorative veneer panels. Directly comparable to Plywood Express's architectural-grade hardwood plywood and composite veneer offering.
- States Industries: US manufacturer of decorative hardwood plywood and panel products serving architectural millwork and commercial interiors, mirroring Plywood Express's trade customer base.
- Eggers Industries: Architectural wood panel and veneer manufacturer serving commercial, institutional and luxury interiors with custom lay-up and fabrication services similar to Plywood Express's blueprint and lay-up offerings.
- Timber Products Company: Manufacturer of hardwood plywood, veneer panels, and engineered wood components, with distribution that overlaps Plywood Express's architect and millwork customer segments.
- Panolam Industries: Manufacturer of TFL melamine panels, HPL laminates, and engineered wood surfaces for commercial interiors, comparable to Plywood Express's TFL and laminate categories (Finsa, Formica, Wilsonart equivalents).
- Premier Eurocase: Manufacturer and distributor of decorative TFL panels, laminates, and components for cabinetry and architectural millwork, directly comparable to Plywood Express's melamine and laminate resale line.
- East Teak Fine Hardwoods: Specialty distributor of premium hardwood veneers, plywood, and architectural surfacing for marine, hospitality and luxury interiors — overlapping with Plywood Express's high-end architectural veneer business.
Broad incumbents
- Richelieu Hardware: North American specialty distributor of hardwood products, decorative surfaces, and architectural finishes to the cabinetry and millwork trade, overlapping Plywood Express's contractor and millworker segments at broader scale.
- Wurth Wood Group: Specialty distributor of hardwood plywood, laminates, edge banding, and panel products serving cabinet and architectural markets across the US — a direct channel competitor to Plywood Express's laminate and substrate business.
Regional players
- Certainly Wood: Specialty architectural veneer distributor based in the Northeast US serving cabinetmakers, architects and millworkers — comparable product mix but different geographic footprint than Florida-based Plywood Express.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
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Frequently asked questions about Plywood Express
What does Plywood Express do?
Plywood Express manufactures, fabricates, and distributes premium wood panel and veneer products for architects, designers, contractors, and millworkers. The portfolio spans architectural-grade natural veneers, composite engineered veneers, TFL melamine panels, anti-fingerprint and scratch-resistant panels, high-pressure laminates, edge banding, flexible veneers, and substrates. The company provides in-house custom fabrication services including blueprint matching, veneer lay-up, sketch face assembly, splicing, fire-rated treatment, wire brushing, table top finishing, and door veneer application.
Is Plywood Express a public or private company?
Plywood Express is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Plywood Express founded?
Plywood Express was founded in 2013. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Plywood Express based?
Plywood Express is headquartered in Pompano Beach, United States, in the North America region.
How does Plywood Express make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Wood Panel and Veneer Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are custom Fabrication Services.
Who are Plywood Express's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Columbia Forest Products, States Industries, Eggers Industries, Timber Products Company, Panolam Industries, Premier Eurocase and East Teak Fine Hardwoods. Broad incumbents are Richelieu Hardware and Wurth Wood Group. Certainly Wood is listed as a regional player.
Does Plywood Express have an API?
No public API is recorded for Plywood Express.
What industry is Plywood Express in?
Plywood Express's product category is Wood Panels and Architectural Veneers. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADADAB, Engineered Wood Panels (Plywood, OSB, LVL), with a secondary code of IMAMACAB, Hardwood Plywood & Decorative Panels Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 3212 and its SIC code is 2430.