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Pure White GROOVE
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ALPI Xilo White TOUCH
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Light Oak WAX
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Planked Oak GROOVE
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Antibes Oak GROOVE
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Driftwood TOUCH
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Roma TOUCH
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ALPI Vienna Oak Flamed TOUCH
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Breeze Oak GROOVE
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Flaxen TOUCH
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Dawn TOUCH
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Mandel WAX
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Fango GROOVE
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ALPI Velo Sand TOUCH
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ALPI Xilo Sand TOUCH
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Planked Walnut GROOVE
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ALPI Xilo Noce Italiano Striped WAX
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Burma Teak GROOVE
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Zebrawood GROOVE
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Moka Oak GROOVE
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Crown Wenge GROOVE
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Thermo Oak GROOVE
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ALPI Velo Brown TOUCH
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ALPI Velo Mocha TOUCH
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Iron Oak TOUCH
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Titanium Oak GROOVE
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ALPI Xilo Grey TOUCH
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Anthracite Oak GROOVE
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ALPI Xilo Black TOUCH
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Pure Black GROOVE
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Ammara Ebony GROOVE
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WHAT IS EVENEER® PREFINISHED?
Quality real timber veneers supplied polished, complete with UV inhibitors.
A sophisticated timber surface that can be applied directly to a panel or piece of furniture with no need for additional finishing. Produced from wood species grown in agricultural plantations and well managed forests, Eveneer® Prefinished is certified E0 and available FSC® certified on request. The offer is completed with a range of matching prefinished timber edging.
ADVANTAGES
- Time and cost savings in furniture production as there is no need for additional polishing.
- Finished under controlled conditions with highest quality, non-yellowing polishes.
- Environmentally traceable, sustainable and certified.
- Large sheet sizes for better yield, less waste.
- Suited to modern furniture manufacturing processes, saving time and materials.
- Available as 1mm thick sheets or pressed on the substrate of your choice.
APPLICATIONS
- Wall and ceiling panelling
- Joinery
- Furniture
- Acoustic panelling
RANGES
ALPIready
ALPIready is a decorative surface in prefinished wood, ready for use. Two united layers of recut veneer make one sheet of ALPIready—all wood, polished on the face, ready for application to all kinds of surfaces. The product is robust, flexible and easy to use. ALPIready shortens the time and effort spent on cabinetry manufacture, installation and finishing. Each pattern is available with the most suitable finish formulated to beautify the naturalness and colour of the wood as well as matching edge-banding. ALPIready is made with wood from responsibly managed forests FSC® (FSC-C004666).
ALPIkord
As per ALPIready but with a phenolic laminate rather than timber backing sheet.
Natural
Sliced from sustainably harvested timbers, our prefinished natural veneers allow the warmth, distinctive grain and unique texture of timber to be experienced efficiently and cost effectively across large and small scale applications in residential, retail and commercial settings. Assembled with a refined pattern, each sheet tells a story of the tree from which it came, while maintaining a level of homogeneity made possible by an exacting curatorial process. Dyeing, smoking or ageing further the range of available colours while maintaining the unique grain of the wood. Sheets are polished with a low gloss finish.
Note—Supply of all veneers is subject to species availability.
FEATURES
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ALPI Velo Sand TOUCH
Eveneer Prefinished
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ALPI Xilo Black TOUCH
Eveneer Prefinished
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ALPI Xilo Black TOUCH
Eveneer Prefinished
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ALPI Xilo Striped XL White
Eveneer Prefinished
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ALPI Xilo White TOUCH
Eveneer Prefinished
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ALPI Xilo White TOUCH
Eveneer Prefinished
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Ammara Ebony GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Anthracite Oak GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Anthracite Oak GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Crown Wenge GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Driftwood TOUCH
Eveneer Prefinished
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Fango GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Fango GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Fango GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Fango GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Fango GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Flaxen TOUCH
Eveneer Prefinished
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Light Oak WAX
Eveneer Prefinished
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Moka Oak GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Moka Oak GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Planked Oak GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Planked Walnut GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Planked Walnut GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Planked Walnut GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Pure Black GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Thermo Oak GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Titanium Oak GROOVE
Eveneer Prefinished
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Please note that your monitor will affect colour accuracy
STANDARD DIMENSIONS
Prefinished Timber Veneered Panels*
Length: 2400/3000mm (+ overtrim)
Width: 1200mm (+ overtrim)
Thickness: typically 18/27/34mm
Prefinished Timber Veneer Sheets
Length: 2500/3050mm (+ overtrim)
Width: 1250/1300mm (+ overtrim)
Thickness: 1.0mm (tolerance +/- 0.08mm)
Weight: 0.7-1.1kg/m2
Prefinished Timber Veneer Edging Rolls
Length: 50m
Width: 22/38mm
Thickness: 1.0mm
*Other sizes/thicknesses available on application
CHARACTERISTICS
Variation in Size (EN 438-2,17:2019): 1%
Abrasion Resistance (EN 438-2,10:2019): >20/25 Taber turns
Resistance to Cold Liquids (UNI EN 12720:2013): A
Lightfastness—Xenotest (EN 438-2,27: 2019): >4/5 Grey scale
Formaldehyde Emission (AS/NZS E0, EN 717-2 = 0.2mg/m2h, EN 717-1): 0.01ppm
Compliance with Annex 1 of the German Chemical Prohibition Ordinance (DIN EN 16516 and DIN EN 717-1): Yes
Minimum Bending Radius: Longitudinal 20mm, Transversal 20mm
Postforming Temperature: 145C
FINISHES
Touch
(Water-based Acrylic—Gloss: <5%)
Lightly brushed and finished with an ultra clear anti-fingerprint matt finish to preserve the natural appearance and texture of the raw wood.
Groove
(Acrylic Polyurethane—Gloss: 5%)
A brushed tactile effect enhances the natural depth of the wood texture.
Wax
(Acrylic—Gloss: 5%)
Reproduces the look and feel of a wax finish with a smooth, low gloss surface.
COLOUR CONSISTENCY
Being a real wood product it is not possible to guarantee an absolute consistency in colour between one batch and another, therefore, a slight colour difference between two sets of panels cannot be considered a defect.
REACTION TO LIGHT
All woods react to direct and indirect light, both natural and artificial (such as incandescent and fluorescent lamps), therefore a change of the surface colour and appearance over time is a natural characteristic, not a defect. In particular, heat and humidity will interact with light to accelerate the ageing process. Furthermore, when exposed to direct and strong light, pastel coloured items can undergo sudden and irregular changes in the original colour.
REACTION TO FIRE
Eveneer Prefinished ALPIready has achieved a Group 1 and Eveneer Prefinished ALPIkord has achieved a Group 2 fire rating according to Specification A2.4 of the Building Code of Australia, BCA C1.10a Fire Hazard Properties, Wall and Ceiling Linings/Coverings. Refer downloads for test results.
Eveneer Prefinished can be handled stocked and worked mainly as a traditional HPL sheet. However, some specific features of wood surfaces require particular care.
STORAGE
Eveneer Prefinished sheets must be stacked flat, horizontally, face to face, in rooms at an ambient temperature between 10C and 30C and a relative humidity between 40% and 60%, arranged on designated pallets, never resting directly on the floor. If the sheets are to be rolled, care should be taken to avoid bending or cracking. Contact Elton Group for rolling instructions. It is not recommended that the veneer be stored in rolls.
As for all wood surfaces, for good preservation over time, they must be protected from sunlight and humidity by means of opaque plastic covering.
The sheets are always to be handled by 2 people.
PEEL-OFF FILM
Eveneer Prefinished is supplied with a clear protective film. We recommend that you leave the film on the surface while working the veneer. Colour uniformity and quality checks should be carried out on the sheets before working with the veneer. The protective film is clear enough that you may inspect the material without removing it. When in doubt peel the film in the area, or up to the area that is suspect. The recommended shelf life of the peel-off protective film is 1 year. After this date the adhesive may begin to react with the polyurethane surface. Please check the manufacture date on the peel-off film.
SUBSTRATES
Typical substrates are plywood, MDF and particleboard. The more resistant the substrate is to dimensional change (shrinking and expansion from changes in humidity and temperature) the better the result. The substrate must be smooth and free of grease, wax, dust, oil, silicones, etc. All raised areas must be sanded or filled so that the surface is smooth. The substrate must be uniform in thickness.
CONDITIONING
Before application it is absolutely necessary to condition the Eveneer Prefinished sheet and substrate in the same place for at least 24 – 48 hours.
COUNTERBALANCING
To ensure appropriate counterbalancing it is advisable to use the same type of product on both sides of the panel, although HPL with characteristics similar to those of the face may also be used. In any event, specific production tests should be carried out to evaluate the stability of the finished panel over time – evaluate after 3 to 7 days. Taking into consideration the dimensional tolerances of the substrate, a <3.5mm/1m bow on all liner backed laminated panels and <2.5mm/1m on all G2S laminated panels is acceptable and within industry standards.
APPLICATION TIPS
A good vinyl adhesive is recommended for stronger adhesion.
To apply Eveneer Prefinished sheets to curved surfaces, please contact your glue supplier to determine the most suitable product for your application. Follow the glue manufacturer’s instructions carefully. The use of contact glue is not recommended.
FLAT PRESS
The utmost care is needed in cleaning the plates of the press in order to avoid dents or damage to the finished surface. A polished surface damaged by particles pressed between the metal plate and the decorative surface is difficult to repair. The protective film must always lie perfectly smooth on the surface of Eveneer Prefinished, in order to avoid pressing folds into the surface. Apply the veneer glue evenly, in the same quantity, on both sides of the panel. The quantity of glue must be dosed so that it does not leak out from the edges under pressure and damage the decorative surface. Never allow the temperature to rise above 80° – 90° Celsius for 2 to 3 minutes dwell time when using thermosetting glue. The application of Eveneer Prefinished on surfaces with an elevated coefficient of thermal expansion (metal surfaces, for instance) could lead to warping and delamination if exposed to sudden changes in temperature and humidity.
POSTFORMING
Eveneer Prefinished ALPIkord can be post-formed utilising similar equipment and techniques used with HPL. The post forming temperature is 145°C. In the static postforming process, an excessively rapid speed of hot bar in conjunction with a failure to properly regulate the temperature can lead to fractures on the curve. If the hot bar stays on the decorative surface for too long it may cause a blistering effect on the polish. In the dynamic postforming process, if the panel moves forwards too quickly fractures may form on the curve. The wrapping mould must be of regular and constant curvature along its entire length. Glue applied to the surface must be of appropriate grammage and temperature in order to avoid detachment and surface defects. The pressure rollers and bars that make up the curving envelope must be kept very clean, accurately regulated along the outline of the curved edge, and fully sheathed in rubber of between 50 and 80 Shore hardness. Sheets must be conditioned at temperatures of at least 15-20°C for a period of 24-48 hours in order to excessive fragility when curved. When post-forming sheets with the wax finish it is important to remove the protective film prior to forming. If the protective film is not removed prior it will burn and adhere to the veneer.
Given the complexity of different processes, industrial production tests are always advisable.
EDGING
Please note that the edging may come from a different log of veneer and will be subject to the same natural variations as the face veneer. This is not usually an issue for edges seen on a different plane to the face material but when edges are in the same plane (such as end panels) it is important to take the time to check the colour against the face material supplied and it may be preferable to use face material instead.
Finish any exposed edges of the Eveneer Prefinished sheet on your finished product to prevent moisture absorption into the timber layer. This is most easily done with an aqua stop pen.
CUTTING
Panel saws or table saws may be used to cut Eveneer Prefinished before or after lamination. Panels should not be machined within 24 hours of pressing. Routers for trimming edges after bonding must have a smooth, clean base plate, so that the surface of the veneer will not be scratched. Use carbide-tipped bits with ball bearing guide rolls. Keep the bits sharp. Drilling into Eveneer Prefinished may be done with standard wood bits or with router bits. Use a flat, smooth or fine file for a final edge finishing. You may consider applying a light or dark stain to the edge to hide the phenolic line.
FOR THE MANUFACTURER
Veneer and veneered panels should not be exposed to bright light, excessive heat, high-humidity, chemicals, water and other liquids. Avoid even temporary contact with water and other liquids and avoid any moisture on the product surface. Store flat at least 200mm from the floor and keep covered with plastic sheeting and/or a cover sheet. Keep the humidity range of the storage area between 40% and 70% (RH). Do not drag/slide sheets across one another.
Eveneer Prefinished is supplied with a clear protective film to the face. We recommend that you leave the film on the surface while working the veneer. Do not peel back the film from part of the sheet for an extended period of time as this may cause the exposed area to change colour in relation to the unexposed area. When cleaning the face after edging please trial first on an offcut as some cleaners/thinners can cloud the lacquered face of both edging and sheet.
Seal all exposed/cut edges on your finished product to prevent moisture absorption into the timber layer. This is most easily done with an aqua stop pen.
When transporting veneer, care must be taken to keep it dry, protected from air/wind/light and clean from road dirt and dust.
As in all wood working operations, it is essential that adequate protection is taken against the contact and the breathing of wood dust when processing, and that normal workplace hygiene practices are followed.
FOR THE SPECIFIER AND END USER
In general, timber veneered surfaces should be kept clean and dry, out of bright light, in a controlled environment.
Eveneer Prefinished surfaces are easy to clean using a damp natural fibre cloth dipped in distilled water. If necessary add non abrasive detergent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, pads, or harsh solvents. Do not allow any solvent, acetone or trichloroethylene to come in contact with the surface. Accidental spills, splatters or over sprays should be wiped off immediately with a soft cloth and mild soap. If done immediately the solvents should not have an effect on the veneer. Alcohol, ammonia and other light solvents may be used for tougher stains.
Dusting
Use a soft dry cloth or feather duster.
Polishing
Use a high quality furniture polish and a soft dry cloth. It is recommended the polish used not contain any silicone as this may cause re-coating or refurbishment problems at a later date. Do not use harsh cleaners, chemicals, bleach, ammonia or solvents that affect the surface finish. Abrasive cleaners will scratch the surface and reduce the visual clarity.
Extreme Temperature Changes
The expansion or contraction of timber due to extreme temperature changes may cause damage to the surface coating. Care should be taken in air conditioned or heated environments or next to windows to keep temperature changes
within reasonable limits. Use heat resistant place mats under hot items to avoid heat damage.
Spillages
Spillages should be cleaned with a damp cloth as soon as possible as moisture may cause damage to the coating. High humidity, steam and excessive water in contact with the coating may cause the coating to crack and if it gets under the coating causes staining of the veneer surface. If spilled, chemical substances and alcohol should be removed immediately from all veneered surfaces.
Dirty or Greasy Marks
After first wiping with a dry cloth, wipe with a cloth lightly dampened with a mixture of water and a high quality furniture polish. Persistent dirty or greasy marks may be removed with a mild, nonabrasive proprietary cleaner appropriate for the type of surface finish. The appropriateness of the cleaner should be sought from the surface coating or cleaner manufacturer. The effect of the cleaner on the surface should be tested on an inconspicuous section of the finished veneer surface.
Bright light and UV
Direct sunlight, very bright indirect light and excessive heat should be avoided because fading, bleaching or colour changes to the surface coating and the veneer may occur. Use curtains, blinds and UV filter-membranes on windows to reduce the intensity of the light. Excessive hot sunshine may dry the veneer surface more quickly than the veneer substrate thereby causing small surface checks parallel to the grain to appear and possibly damage the surface coating.
SPECIFICATION
We have prepared a sample short form specification to help you specify Eveneer Prefinished timber veneer. Please highlight and copy and paste the relevant details into your specification sheet. You can add other clauses as appropriate.
*delete as applicable.
Prefinished Timber Veneer
Eveneer Prefinished insert veneer name
(If FSC® certification is required, please specify)
Contact
Elton Group
1-5 Brough St Springvale 3171 Victoria Australia
T +61 3 8555 2235 F +61 3 8555 3009
enquire@eltongroup.com
Grain Direction
As indicated on the drawings (with crown cut veneers note the direction and location of the crowns)
Substrate
MDF/Particleboard/Plywood/Other* including thickness (mm)
Backing
Good 1 side (with a laminate back) or Good 2 sides (Eveneer Prefinished on both sides of the panel) G1S/G2S*
Edges
1mm thick matching veneer edging. Finish any exposed edges of the Eveneer Prefinished sheet on your finished product with a wipe on polyurethane or aqua stop pen in a <5% gloss.
SAMPLES
Eveneer Prefinished is available in 100mm x 100mm colour board samples.
Samples are sent by Australia Post regular mail service.
Requests received by 2pm will be processed same day.
To order samples click on the Order Sample tab on the desired product and add to sample cart. At the end of your session proceed to sample cart, at the top right hand of your screen, fill in your details and complete your sample order.
If you require samples to replenish your binder: A5 size for the Eveneer Prefinished binder or A6 size for the Elton Group binder, please call us on 1300 133 481 or email enquire@eltongroup.com.