Sustainable veneer can help architects, designers, joiners and homeowners achieve the natural appearance of timber while using thin layers of real wood over a suitable substrate. However, the word “sustainable” should not be treated as a guarantee by itself. Responsible sourcing, recognised certification, chain-of-custody documentation, substrate selection and the expected life of the finished product...

Choosing a fire rated board in Australia starts with understanding where fire-resisting construction is actually required. A product may be described as fire resistant or fire rated, but that description alone does not confirm that it will satisfy the requirements of a particular wall, ceiling, shaft, door or external wall system. The building classification, location...