A handset form might not be worth the money without a high-quality plywood face. After all, the appearance of the concrete and life of the form comes down to the plywood. The type of wood, number of veneers, laminating pressure, final sanding and overlay, all make a difference in plywood performance and longevity.
In the side-by-side picture, you can see the extra veneers in SureBuilt birch compared to brand X. More wood layers create a stronger, rigid face, with less deflection. What you can’t see is the weight difference. The birch species produces dense wood fibers that are stronger, heavier and moisture-resistant. Brand X is missing those important traits.
