Plywood is a versatile material — and the finish decides how a piece reads. From classic mid-century interiors through Scandinavian and Japandi rooms to contemporary tones, the right colour lets birch plywood adapt to any style. This guide covers our 11 hand-oiled finishes and where each works best.
Classic mid-century finishes
The mid-century style lives on warm, natural tones that emphasise the grain. These finishes bring warmth and elegance to living rooms, bedrooms and workspaces:
- Teak — a warm, honey-brown tone after classic teak wood; the heart of many MCM pieces.
- Walnut — a dark, deep tone with a slight red undertone, the look of vintage furniture.
- Light Oak — a warm, natural oak tone, Scandinavian-inspired and ideal for Japandi.
- Oak — one of the most universal tones, at home in modern and classic rooms alike.
- Antic Oak — a darker oak with a retro character and elegance.
- Transparent — a subtle, natural finish that highlights the grain and texture of the birch; perfect for minimalist interiors.
- Black — contrasting and elegant, a strong partner for light wood, concrete or metal.
Contemporary finishes
Alongside the classics, calm, modern tones add accents — especially in Scandinavian and minimalist rooms:
- Frozen White — ideal for minimalist interiors and kids' furniture; it reflects light and makes small rooms feel larger.
- Frost Green — a fresh, natural tone that lends furniture lightness and a modern character.
- Midnight Indigo — a deep blue that gives furniture clarity and a modern edge.
- Rusty Brown — a warm, earthy tone after natural autumn shades.
Which finish suits your room?
Warm tones like Teak and Walnut make rooms cosy and elegant. Light tones like Light Oak and Frozen White open a space up and add lightness. Black and Midnight Indigo bring contrast and suit loft and eclectic interiors. Because every piece is made to order in our Poznań workshop and hand-finished with a non-toxic matte hard-wax oil, you choose the finish to match your room.
The safest way to decide is with the real sample: order the colour sample set and hold the tones against your wall, floor and light. Then browse our bookcases, sideboards and desks — every model comes in all 11 finishes.
