Product Feature: Fire Retardant FR Panels
At DHH Panel Products, we stock a comprehensive range of fire-retardant panels. This includes FR plywood, FR MDF, and other specialist display boards for projects where fire safety is a key requirement. Our range includes solutions for public buildings, schools, universities, healthcare facilities and railway…
Handling & Processing FR Plywood
Fire Retardant (FR) plywoods are panels that have been treated to improve how they perform in a fire. Due to the fire-retardant impregnation process, FR plywood behaves differently to standard untreated plywood. It should therefore be handled, conditioned, processed and finished accordingly. Most FR Plywoods…
Understanding Euroclass Fire Ratings
When working with wood-based panels, you sometimes have to ensure that you use panels that are ‘fire treated’ or ‘fire-retardant’. Sometimes, it’s also a legal requirement. To help you understand the Euroclass system better, we’ve created this brief explainer. Fire Retardant (FR) wood panel products…
Case Study: East Anglia Transport Museum Shop
DHH Panel Products recently got involved in a shopfitting project at a Transport Museum in Suffolk. Hop aboard, and let us tell you more about this brilliant charitable project… The East Anglia Transport Museum (EATM) is based in Carlton Colville, Lowestoft. It’s the countries’ most…
Forest Day 2026 @ Latvijas Finieris
In April, some of the DHH & Decor Solutions teams were invited to the forests of Latvia to take part in the Latvijas Finieris’ Annual Forest Day, a celebration of sustainability and forest management. Riga Wood stakeholders, employees and their families traditionally meet to plant…
Riga Wood: Change from FSC® to PEFC
Our long standing supply partner, Riga Wood (the product brand of Latvijas Finieris), has transitioned its primary forest certification system from FSC® (FSC-C002826) (Forest Stewardship Council) to PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification). This change affects the certification under which Riga Wood birch…
Product Feature: Clear Faced Plywood
Our selection of ‘clear-faced’ plywoods are the perfect way to find clarity. If you’re looking for clear faced plywood for a decorative application, you’ll find some of the highest quality grades available in DHH’s clear faced plywood portfolio. All these clear faced panel options are…
Webinar: Do you know your birch?
In our November 2025 webinar, Managing Director Ben Francis discussed how to identify Birch Plywood of suspicious or uncertain origin entering the UK and EU markets. We outlined the key physical warning signs, documentation red flags, common traceability gaps, and the steps buyers should take to…
DHH Visits the Zābaki Tree Nursery, Latvia
The DHH team recently had the opportunity to visit the forests of Central Latvia & Latvijas Finieris’s Zābaki Tree Nursery. Our mission? To see where the journey of Latvian Birch Plywood begins. The Zābaki Tree Nursery is located on the edge of Gauja National Park…
Case Study: The Oxfordshire Pool House
The Oxfordshire Pool House is a refined example of modern architecture; rooted in simplicity and sustainability. To help achieve this, it uses some of our highest quality Birch Plywood – all sourced and supplied by DHH Panel Products! This bespoke structure uses natural materials, ensuring…
Introducing: Riga Pattern Plus Hive
Riga Wood recently launched ‘Hive’, a fourth surface face to its Riga Pattern Plus range. Inspired by the natural geometry of a honeycomb, this new pattern brings visual depth and character in an innovative decorative design. Like the entire Riga Pattern Plus range, this high-performance panel…
Case Study: Wimbledon Indoor Tennis Centre
Large curved Birch Plywood panels, another great use of European Birch Plywood! DHH Panel Products recently supplied birch plywood material to the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) in Wimbledon for use as roof & wall linings, creating a stunning curved interior in the new…
Panguaneta & DHH: A Strategic Partnership…
DHH Panel Products and Panguaneta’s strategic partnership together continues to prosper, both in London and across the UK. At our warehouses in the South of England, the full range of Panguaneta products are available for distribution. Recent innovative additions include, FR and PureGlue, alongside standard…
New Paged FR Products
Need a panel that can handle the heat? DHH are pleased to offer three new Paged FR plywood products for UK distribution. We continue to grow our relationship with Paged, who are internationally known for their outstanding plywood products. Their mills across Poland and Estonia…
Product Feature: Rezult MDF Spoil Boards
Need a high performance MDF Spoil Board? We’re stocking ‘High Performance’ Rezult MDF Spoil Boards, ideal for CNC operators who require panel perfection. Spoil boards are known by many names across the industry – spoil boards, slave boards, sacrificial or base boards. Essentially, the board…
Blood-Stained Birch: The Lie Behind The Ply
An undercover investigation by Earthsight has revealed widespread laundering of illegal Russian and Belarusian plywood into the EU. This is a blatant breach of sanctions that were put in place to restrict Russia’s ability to trade with the EU. Sanctioned products continue to enter the EU…
Product Feature: Miboard FR Pinboard
Looking for Pinboard? DHH Panel Products stock a new and impressive range of Coloured FR Pinboard in partnership with British manufacturer Miboard. Miboard FR Pinboard is a great alternative to Sundeala, which is no longer in production. It has very high levels of fire resistance,…
Understanding EN 636 & EN 314
There are two basic plywood standards that are of most relevance; one specifically for wood species durability (EN 636), and another for the glue line (EN 314). These two standards should be considered together when selecting the most appropriate product. This DHH Explainer will help…
Product Feature: Riga Pattern Plus
Riga Pattern Plus (Pattern+) is an industry leading range of hard-wearing phenolic films overlaid on Birch Plywood. They’re available in three new distinct surface patterns across a variety of colours. This product offers a selection of textures (Leather, Rock, Slatewood), available across five colours for…
Riga Wood donates €7.5million to support Ukraine
Europe’s largest Birch Plywood manufacturer Latvijas Finieris, parent company of Riga Wood, has donated over €7.5million supporting the Ukraine from early 2022. Since the start of the Ukraine conflict, Latvijas Finieris has been part of a consortium that provides support to the people of Ukraine….
Import Update: First ‘Conflict Timber’ arrests made in Netherlands
Two people were arrested in the Netherlands recently on suspicion of importing wood products from Russia. As the EU continues to crack down on illegal products from sanctioned countries, it’s important to know where your wood comes from! Authorities in the Netherlands have arrested a…
Rayleigh Cricket Club: DHH renews sponsorship until 2027
DHH Panel Products has recently renewed its’ sponsorship of Rayleigh Cricket Club. We’re happy to announce that we’ll continue to be their Teamwear Sponsor until the end of the 2027 season. As an organisation, we’ve supported Rayleigh CC for over ten years. Our ‘Helping Communities…
NAS & IOC Members Day 2024
On 27th March 2024, we were invited to the NAS (National Association of Shopfitters) & IOC (Institute of Carpenters) Members’ Day & AGM. This was held at the amazing Carpenters Hall in the City of London. The day served as a pivotal gathering where members…
Product Feature: Products for Staging
Here at DHH Panel Products, we stock a wide range of slip-resistant birch plywood that is suitable for staging and events. This includes products for stage floors, decking, platforms, steps, walkways, tiered-seating, grandstands and marquee flooring. When designing stage-decking or arena seating it’s essential to…
DHH Visit to Latvian Mills
Recently, some members of our team had the opportunity to visit Birch Plywood mills in Latvia. Both DHH Panel products and our sister company, Decor Solutions, regularly engage in visits to suppliers worldwide. These trips play a crucial role in enhancing our understanding of the…
Import Update: Continued Crackdowns on Illegal Imports
The European Commission has recently disclosed the findings of its investigation into imports of Russian birch plywood. Shockingly, the evidence indicates that Russian birch plywood is still being imported into the EU market via Kazakhstan and Turkey, therefore bypassing anti-dumping duties. Given that Russian wood products are also…
Product Feature: Panguaneta Birch-Faced Poplar Plywood
When it comes to selecting plywood for woodworking projects, making an informed decision is crucial. Birch Plywood is still a great choice for many, and is still widely available in the UK. For almost 35 years, DHH has maintained strong relationships with suppliers across Europe…
Product Feature: Beech-Faced Eucalyptus Plywood
DHH Panel Products are pleased to introduce what could be the best Birch plywood alternative to reach the UK market in 2023, which certainly complements our existing range of high-quality European birch plywood products. The latest addition is “Beech Pro”, an innovative Steamed Beech-Faced, Eucalyptus…
Case Study: ‘The Riwaq’ Okoume Pavilion
The Riwaq Pavilion was an extraordinary Islamic-inspired exterior building; manufactured from plywood supplied by DHH Panel Products. This unique structure was designed to be used as a temporary community arts space at last years’ Brighton Festival; and stood on Hove’s picturesque seafront for a whole…
DHH: A TTJ Awards 2023 Finalist!
DHH Panel Products was recently shortlisted for the ‘Excellence in Marketing’ award at the national Timber Trades Journal Awards. We were considered for this years’ award due to the work we did in our recent rebrand; including our new website, literature and product ranges for…
Product Feature: Douglas Fir Plywood
Canadian Clear-Faced Douglas Fir is a decorative plywood that’s full of character and flair. Its matured, sophisticated face; combined with wild orange hue; gives the panel an unmistakable grain uniqueness that is hard to replicate… DHH Panel Products – widely known for its Birch Plywood…
Case Study: A Rather Royal Viewing…
The RHS Resilient Garden is a bold ‘concept vision’ that hopes to change the way in which gardens are landscaped in future; in order to help combat and avert climate change. The project was showcased at the Royal Hampton Court Palace Garden Show using products…
The Safe & Legal Choice for Birch Plywood
Despite the disruptions caused by the ongoing events in Ukraine, DHH Panel Products stands out as a reliable and trustworthy source of safe & legal Birch Plywood in the UK. With over 30 years of experience, we have established ourselves as a market leader in…
We’ve rebranded to DHH Panel Products!
DHH Panel Products is excited to announce its rebranding and the launch of its new site, www.dhhpanelproducts.co.uk. Founded over 30 years ago by David Francis and Derek Fletcher, DHH has evolved into a highly respected company that offers an extensive range of high-quality panel products….
Case Study: Worldscape Installation
The ‘Worldscape’ is a temporary installation that was originally exhibited at the London Olympic Games in 2012. This colossal ‘table of the world’ was constructed entirely of timber, and provided a unique dining space for up to 80 visiting dignitaries each night at Stratford’s Old…
Case Study: Colyer-Fergusson Building
The Colyer-Fergusson Building is a state-of-the-art music venue that was constructed at the University of Kent’s Canterbury campus. This exquisite venue consists of a huge concert hall – big enough to fit a full orchestra, choir and audience of 350 – plus a reception foyer,…
Product Feature: Products for Flightcases
Did you know that we’re one of the leading suppliers of high-quality Birch Plywood to the Flightcase and Specialist Packaging sector? We stock a range of panel products that are eminently suitable for such demanding applications, such as Flightcases, including: >> Riga Heksa Plus: Available…
Product Feature: Prefinished Birch Plywood
Specifying ‘Prefinished’ European Birch Plywood can help save time, money and reduce waste! In this era of increasing costs, it’s now more important than ever to find ways to save both time and money in the construction and joinery sectors. DHH Panel Products can help…
Benefits of Using Wood in Construction
As the planet enters an era of ecological uncertainty, the idea of using ‘renewables’ to prevent climate change continues to gain traction. From solar, wind, and even trees, there are many benefits from using renewable sources available for people to use as alternatives to fossil…
Product Feature: Ecological Birch Plywood
Latvian Birch plywood is one of the most important timber-based materials from an environmental and performance perspective. This versatile material has been produced for over 110 years in Latvia, and during this time it has been subject to continuous technological development and innovation. This has…
The Future of Panel Products?
Did you know that SAIB – one of Italy’s leading chipboard manufacturers – uses recycled wood in its production lines? Is ‘recycled wood’ the future of wood panel products? SAIB are a family-owned company that produces both raw & melamine faced chipboard from their factory…
DHH Sponsors Ronnie Chambers Racing
From Club Cricket to Rugby Union; and now into the Junior Motorsport world – DHH Panel Products are proud to announce their latest local community sporting sponsorship; Ronnie Chambers Racing. Ronnie Chambers is a local Karting Driver from Essex who is currently at the start…
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DHH Panel Products supports the responsible use of forests, and offers both FSC® (FSC-C002826) and PEFC (PEFC/16-37-333) certified products upon request. For more information about our commitment to sustainable forestry, please visit our sustainability page.