Professional Balsa Wood Sheets — 3/4" Thick | 96" x 48"

SPFX Supply's 3/4-inch thick balsa wood sheets are a versatile mid-weight option for breakaway prop construction in film and television. Thick enough for doors, wall panels, and furniture builds, yet lighter than our 1-inch sheets for easier handling and faster breakaway action. Each sheet measures a full 96" x 48", providing ample material for your construction department to work with.

Why Balsa Wood for Breakaway Props?

Balsa wood is the industry standard for breakaway construction in film and TV production. Its natural low density allows it to fracture cleanly and predictably on impact — letting actors punch through walls, crash through doors, and smash furniture while keeping the stunt completely safe. Despite being lightweight, balsa wood reads as solid timber, drywall, or hardwood on camera.

Common Production Uses:

• Breakaway doors & wall panels: Kick-ins, body slams, and forced entry stunts
• Breakaway furniture: Tables, chairs, shelving, and cabinet builds for fight scenes
• Window frames & trim: Structural elements designed to shatter on cue
• Set flats: Lightweight wall sections for crash-through sequences
• Custom props: Crates, signs, barriers, and any item that needs to break safely

Why SPFX Supply?

SPFX Supply is the largest supplier of balsa wood sheets in Canada. We source directly from balsa plantations around the world to maintain the highest quality and most consistent density for breakaway applications. We will beat any competitor's price on balsa wood (subject to terms and conditions).

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 96" x 48" x 3/4" thick
• Material: Premium plantation-sourced balsa wood
• Ships from: Toronto, ON — across Canada & the United States

Resources:
Product Safety Data Sheet (PDF)