Plywood & Boards
Gurjan Plywood in Delhi
Gurjan is a dense hardwood, and plywood with a Gurjan face veneer is known for strength, good screw holding and a smooth surface for laminate or polish. We stock full-core, triple-core and alternate-core Gurjan sheets so you can match strength to budget.
| Grade | Gurjan face; full, triple or alternate core |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 6mm - 25mm |
| Sizes | 8x4 ft standard; ask for other sizes |
| Brands | DP Plus, Tanishka, Brownply |
Where to use Gurjan Plywood
- Beds, wardrobes and storage units
- Kitchen carcass (in BWR/BWP grade)
- Shop fittings and office furniture
- Doors and heavy-use shelves
How to choose
- Full-core plywood has hardwood in every layer and is the strongest.
- Alternate-core mixes hardwood with lighter layers to lower the price for less demanding furniture.
- Check the face: it should be one smooth Gurjan veneer without patches.
- Pick the grade (MR, BWR or BWP) for where the furniture will go.
What "Gurjan" means on a plywood sheet
Gurjan is a dense tropical hardwood. In plywood the word usually refers to the face veneer, the top layer you see, and sometimes also to the inner layers. That is why two sheets both sold as "Gurjan plywood" can be very different inside.
| Type | Inside the sheet | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Full core / 100% Gurjan | Hardwood veneers in every layer | Heavy-use furniture, beds, shop counters, doors |
| Triple core | Hardwood in the main core layers | Wardrobes, kitchens, strong everyday furniture |
| Alternate core | Hardwood layers alternating with lighter wood | Budget furniture with lighter loads |
Ask which one you are being shown. The face looks the same; the core decides the strength, the weight and the price.
Why carpenters like Gurjan
- Screw holding: dense hardwood grips screws and hinge plates firmly, so shutters stay aligned for years.
- A smooth, even face that takes laminate cleanly and polishes well.
- Strength for its thickness: an 18mm Gurjan sheet flexes less than a lighter sheet of the same thickness.
Gurjan vs other face woods
| Gurjan | Meranti | Pine | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Heavy | Medium | Light |
| Screw holding | Very good | Good | Fair |
| Face for polish | Good | Very good (fine grain) | Plain |
| Typical use | Heavy furniture, counters | Kitchens, wardrobes, polished panels | Lofts, paneling, light furniture |
The grade (MR, BWR or BWP) is a separate choice. A Gurjan sheet for the kitchen should still be BWR at least, and BWP under the sink.
Where Gurjan plywood earns its price
- Beds, especially hydraulic beds, where the fitting's screws carry the mattress and the lid
- Shop counters and racks that take weight and knocks all day
- Wardrobes with tall shutters that must stay straight
- Study and computer desks with long tops
Read more in the Gurjan plywood guide and see which board suits which furniture in the which plywood tool.
Checking a Gurjan sheet at the shop
- Look at the edge: count the layers and check for gaps.
- Check the face: one continuous veneer, no patches or joins on a premium sheet.
- Read the stamp: ISI mark, CM/L number, IS standard and grade.
- Feel the weight compared with another sheet of the same thickness.
Gurjan plywood at Nitin Plywood House, Alipur
We deal in Gurjan plywood from DP Plus, Tanishka and Brownply in full, triple and alternate core, 6mm to 25mm. You can see the core and stamp at our counter before you buy. To check today's stock and rate, call +91-9212017608.
Brands we deal in
- DP Plus
- Tanishka
- Brownply
Stock changes often. To check if a brand, grade or size is available today, call Nitin Plywood House, Alipur on +91-9212017608.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gurjan plywood better than pine plywood?
Gurjan is denser and stronger, with better screw holding, so it suits heavy-use furniture. Pine is lighter and usually cheaper, which is useful where weight matters.
What does 'triple core' or 'alternate core' mean?
They describe the inner layers. Full or triple core uses hardwood throughout for strength; alternate core mixes hardwood and softer layers to save cost.
Is Gurjan plywood waterproof?
Gurjan describes the face wood, not the water resistance. A Gurjan sheet can be MR, BWR or BWP grade; check the grade printed on the stamp.
How can I tell if a sheet is real Gurjan?
Gurjan has a reddish-brown face with a straight, even grain and feels heavy for its size. Look at the edge too: a full-core sheet shows hardwood in every layer. Ask the shop to show the core and the stamp, and take a GST bill that names the product.