Premium Bent Plywood Slat | Ash Veneer | 60 x 3.5 x 0.8 cm

The ultra-thin slat: 60 x 3.5 x 0.8 cm, a bent plywood slat faced with white ash veneer. At 0.8 cm this is less than a third of the thickness of our standard seat slats — a light-duty element for decorative work, prototypes and model making, where the shape matters and the load does not.

What the dimensions mean

At 0.8 cm the piece bends almost by hand — which is exactly its value. Tight radii, pronounced curves and delicate shapes that a 3 cm section could not approach are routine at this thickness, because the veneers are thin enough to press into almost any curve. At 3.5 cm wide it presents a narrow line; at 60 cm it covers small frames, decorative spans and prototype work without waste.

Specifications

Where this size is used

• Prototypes and model making — the section bends to almost any curve, so form studies are quick.
• Decorative elements — small curved lines for display and styling work.
• Shade and diffuser frames — light curved frames for lighting.
• Light-duty back slats — where the curve is pronounced and the load is minimal.

The thin-section trade-off

Everything about this slat follows from the 0.8 mm thickness. It reaches curves no solid section can; it weighs almost nothing; it machines and finishes quickly. It also carries no meaningful load — a seat board it is not, and a back slat only where the lean is minimal. Where a programme needs the same visual line with duty behind it, the 2.5 cm section is the step up, and the 3 cm the standard. This size exists for the cases where shape is the only requirement.

Finishing and care

The ash faces finish exactly like solid ash: oil, stain or lacquer, with the grain reading clearly at this width. Because the section is thin, the finish is also a stiffening decision — a film finish adds a little rigidity to the piece, which is usually welcome at this thickness. Edges show the layer lines, the honest signature of a laminated part.

Frequently asked questions

How tight a radius can 0.8 cm reach?

Far tighter than any solid section — send the drawing and we will confirm; most decorative curves are achievable.

Is it strong enough for a seat?

No — it is a light-duty element for decorative and prototype work. For seats, step up to 2.5 cm or thicker.

Are the faces solid ash?

The faces are ash veneer; the core is laminated. The edges show the layer lines.

Can it be made thicker for a slightly stronger part?

Yes — layups are built to your finished thickness; 2.5 cm is the next standard step up.

Summary

60 x 3.5 x 0.8 cm of ash-faced bent plywood — the ultra-thin slat for curves no solid section can reach. Send the drawing with your radius; we confirm feasibility, quote within 24 hours, and deliver prototypes in 7–15 days.

Sizing at a glance

Programme notes

Thin laminates are the fastest thing we make to produce: the veneers condition quickly, the press cycle is short, and the finishing is quick because there is so little material. That makes this size the right choice for form studies — you can have a curved prototype in hand in the standard 7–15 day window and iterate the design before committing tooling to a heavier section.

For decorative programmes, the finish specification matters more than usual at this thickness: a film finish adds rigidity to the piece, which is usually welcome, and the ash faces finish exactly like solid ash. Raw pieces are sanded and ready for your own schedule.

Summary

60 x 3.5 x 0.8 cm of ash-faced bent plywood — the ultra-thin slat for curves no solid section can reach. Send the drawing with your radius; we confirm feasibility, quote within 24 hours, and deliver prototypes in 7–15 days.