ADVANTAGES

• Ready polished with high quality polyurethane
• Large sheet sizes 3050 x 1300, matching 1mm edging
• FSC® certified and E0
• Manufactured exclusively with wood from agricultural plantations and sustainable forests
• Applied the same way as an HPL laminate and protected with a peel-off film
• Postformable with a minimum bending radius of 20mm
• Ensures consistency across multiple installers

COLOUR CONSISTENCY

As with traditional wood, so with Eveneer Prefinished surfaces 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, including Eveneer Prefinished, 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, melamine-finished patterns can undergo sudden and irregular changes in the original colour.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Eveneer Prefinished surfaces are easy to clean using a damp cloth and mild soap or non-abrasive wood cleaning products. 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.

APPLICATION TIPS

A good vinyl adhesive is recommended for stronger adhesion.

FLAT PRESS

Eveneer Prefinished sheets can be adhered in a hot or cold press at a maximum temperature of 60 – 70C and with pressure values suitable to the kind of glue used. Clean platens thoroughly to avoid dents and damage to the finished surface. Damage to the polished surface caused by particles between the metal platens and the surface is difficult to repair. The protective film must be perfectly laid out on the surface to avoid thickness-related marks. Platen glue must be applied in a quantity such as to avoid lateral leakage under pressure and damage to the decorative surface. When using heat-hardening glue, the press temperature should never exceed 105°/110°C for longer than one minute. Too high pressure and temperature as well as too long in the press may cause: panel bowing, release of glue from the protective peel off film onto the surface, irregular variation of the finish brightness or even deterioration of the polyurethane surface with a consequent irreversible change of wood colour.

CONTACT ADHESIVE

To avoid bubbling when applying with neoprene or contact adhesive, be sure to allow adequate drying time prior to application so that the solvents (or water, if the contact adhesive is water based) can evaporate Always follow the adhesive manufacturers instructions.

POSTFORMING

Eveneer Prefinished 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 rate of plug fall in conjunction with a failure to properly regulate the temperature can lead to fractures on the curve. If the plug 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 edge that is being sheathed must be of regular and constant curvature along its entire length. Glue applied to the surface must be of appropriate grammage in order to avoid detachment and surface defects. The pressure rollers and bars that make up the curving envelope must be kept very clean, be accurately regulated along the outline of the curved edge, and be fully sheathed in plastic (the rollers) of between 50 and 80 Shore hardness. When post-forming with the wax finish it is important to remove the protective film prior to form. If the protective film is not removed prior to the post-forming the film will burn and adhere to the veneer.

Given the complexity of different processes, industrial production tests are always advisable.

EDGES

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.

SAMPLES

Eveneer Prefinished is available in 100mm x 100mm 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.