Hardwood Plywood is a board, with a hardwood facial and back facing in contrast with a softwood, like oak, cedar and spruce. Plywood panel of hardwood contains a core made out of softwood or hardwood that is then faced and supported with a furnace of hardwood finishing or stain grade that can be used in furniture, armchairs, grinding and other ornamental applications. It is no wonder that long ago hardwood plated wood replaced solid wood as a material of choice for furniture, cabinets, etc. Plywood is more durable than solid wood and is available in several different grades and species.