DesignerPly Powder Coated

Renewable Resource
A natural product from a renewable resource.

Beautiful
Preferred because of its warmth and natural markings.

Strength
Unique cross-layered structure makes it kilo for kilo, stronger than steel.

Efficiency
More economical use of the log than timber.

Durability
Long-lasting and good resistance to damage.

• Wall panels
• Ceiling Panels
• Joinery 

• Plywood used as door panels (or in a freestanding application where panels are not fixed into place) can be subject to bowing or warping due primarily to changes in temperature, humidity or other environmental factors. We do not recommend or warrant plywood for doors in applications where they are not secured or are considered to be freestanding (including hinged doors). 
• Any plywood exposed to the weather or in wet or damp applications must be assessed for the particular end use and exposure and may require additional processing immunisation, surface finishing or preservative treatment.
• Plywood can have laminate pressed onto the face and back (should be both sides for equalisation) which gives a brilliant finish with a plywood edge. Talk to us about which plywood and laminate to use in this kind of application.
• Before installation plywood should be kept dry and stored indoors and in a well ventilated environment. Sheets should be kept flat and not rested on their edges as this could cause bowing of the panels.
• DesignerPly used in semi exterior applications must not be in direct weather and must be treated/sealed on all faces, edges and any other penetrations with an applicable sealer.
• DesignerPly and plywood in general is a natural product and as such will vary from sheet to sheet in appearance.
• Samples are only an indication of a full sheet of plywood and often do not show a true indication of how a full sheet will look.
• Even plywoods with A faces are still permissible to have a small amount of naturally occurring features.
• DesignerPly are appearance grade plywoods and as such generally are not rated structurally.
• All non-perforated/solid DesignerPly substrates have a Group 3 fire rating. These can be ordered as Group 1 fire rated in conjunction with our FR+ coating system. Refer to the FR+ page for further details.

Cleaning

• A wipe over with a clean, soft damp cloth is generally sufficient to keep the decorative surface clean.
• Soiled surfaces or light stains are removed with a microfiber style cloth or soft cotton rag dampened with warm soapy water.
• Wipe over the surface and buff dry immediately.
• Wipe off all food and drink spills immediately.
• To avoid surface scratches or marks make sure the cleaning cloth is free of any abrasive contaminates.

Stubborn Stains

• Use a cleaning agent: either SPRAY n WIPE or Windex (avoid baking soda). Apply the spray directly to the cleaning rag or a microfiber cloth. Using firm pressure work the cleaner over the entire area in a circular motion. Follow up immediately with water dampened cloth and buff dry.

Caution

• Do not use abrasive cleaners such as bleach, ammonia, acid, abrasive powders, caustic products, acetone, thinners, MEK (methyl ethyl ketone) and similar hydrocarbons. Never use oven cleaners, wire wool, scouring pads or sandpaper.Always apply the cleaning agent to the cleaning cloth – NEVER directly to the surface.

Formulated Powder Coated Options

• Clear
• Limewash
• Black
• Intense Black
• White
• Red
• Orange
• Yellow
• Green
• Blue
• Purple

Powder coating info

• Single Sided means coated on the face and edges with a light final sand to the face but not coated at all on the reverse side of a panel. NB some overspray on the reverse may occur.
• Double Sided Standard means coated on the face, back and edges with a light final sand to the face ONLY – ie the back of the panel is coated but does not have the final light sand.
• Double Sided Premium means coated on the face, back and edges with a light final sand to the face AND back.
• DesignerPly panels that are pre-finished with powder coating requiring to be cut on site can have a normal water based clear sealer rubbed onto the edges for finishing.
• Touch up pressure packs can also be purchased through ForestOne if required. Talk to our sales team for further details.
• Lead times of 15 working days for non-stocked orders, up to 200 sheets. For orders with more than 200 sheets, greater lead times may apply.
• Powder coated and cut to size panels are possible. Pricing on application; talk to our sales team for more information.
• Antimicrobial finishes are available upon request.
• We only recommend powder coating of A Grade DesignerPly faces. Coating of B face Plywoods will require customer sign-off prior to commencement.
• Note that B and C Grade back of sheets will have characteristics or repairs that could be in fact highlighted with powder coating. If a clear finish is required for applications where both sides of the panels are visible we recommend the use of either Marine Ply (A face and A Back) or having two half thickness sheets laminated together back to back to provide two x A faces – ie 2 x 12mm sheets pressed together to make a 24mm thick finished panel with two good sides.
• Because of natural variability with plywood it is required that all sheets be inspected prior to installation.