what is mdo plywood

MDO (Medium-density overlay) plywood is a type of specialty plywood that is used for a wide variety of projects and applications, both indoors and outdoors. It is made by bonding a high-quality thermosetting resin-impregnated fiber surface to one or both sides of a plywood panel under heat and pressure to create an exterior-grade panel. The overlay of MDO plywood provides a smooth surface that is ideal for painting, making it a popular choice for outdoor signs, concrete forms, and exterior siding. MDO plywood is much stronger and more durable than brown film, and it is often used as a concrete form, furniture, signs, cabinets, and other construction and decorating areas. MDO plywood is classified as an exterior plywood and is manufactured with waterproof resins that meet or exceed all veneer-grade, adhesion, and construction requirements.