The temporary structures constructed for maintenance, repair, construction, and building is called scaffolding planks.

Scaffolding planks offer construction workers a sturdy surface that allows them to operate at various heights, ensuring that it is secure for them to access areas that can be difficult to reach.

In addition, scaffolding planks improve workflow efficiency by making it easier for workers to transport tools and supplies between floors of a building site.

According to the material, scaffolding planks can be divided into three types:

Wooden Scaffolding Planks

As wooden scaffolding planks are easily accessible, affordable, and easy to handle, hardwood planks have always been the material of choice for scaffolding. Generally constructed from high-quality wood like pine or fir, they come in a range of thicknesses and lengths to fit a variety of uses.

Metal Scaffolding Planks

As technologies have advanced, metal scaffolding planks—which frequently consist of steel or aluminum—have grown in favor. These planks are excellent for long-term outdoor projects due to their excellent strength, resistance to weather, and ability to withstand rusting.

Composite Scaffolding Planks

These planks combine the strength of metal with the affordability mix of wood, due to a mix of wood fibers and plastic resins. Because they are non-conductive, lightweight, and resistant to damage from insects, decay, and mold, they can be used in many kinds of building settings.