Plankwall Grooved Wall Panels by Plankwall

Plankwall Grooved Wall Panels

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Description

Plankwall Grooved Panels are produced locally made, pre-finished MDF wall linings, made exclusively with sustainably grown Nelson Pine. The panels feature modern 100mm or 150mm V- or classic 80mm W-groove profiles on the face side only. Suitable for interior wall applications in residential and commercial environments.

Available in a range of panel sizes:

9mm or 12mm thick (16m & 18mm available for cabinetry)
1200mm x 2400mm, 2745m, 3660mm & 2860mm

Key Features

Tongue and groove edge for easier installation and reduced fixing requirements
Proprietary saw-based grooving machinery for a consistent, smooth surface finish
Sustainably produced, Super E0 rated MDF from Nelson Pine
Consistent density — easy to cut and shape
High impact resistance
High mechanical resistance
Equivalent weight to plasterboard, with no need for stopping
Good dimensional stability against temperature variations and dampness
Available in Raw MDF or 'Almost Finished' (pre-primed with 2 white UV coats on front face, and one UV clear coat on back for enhanced adhesiveness and panel protection)

Ranges

Plankwall Interior Panels

NZ Made

NZ-Owned Business

Scope of Use

Plankwall Grooved Panels are for use as wall and ceiling linings in interior areas that are dry and protected.
The panels can be used as bracing, if they are designed in accordance with Section 5 of NZS 3604:2011 and the tested bracing assemblies.
They may be used vertically or horizontally, except where the panels are used to provide bracing capacity, the panels must be installed vertically.

Limitations on Use

The panels must not be subjected to sustained wetting or used in high moisture or high humidity environments, such as bathrooms, kitchen cabinets that are exposed to steam, commercial kitchens, or internal pool enclosures.
The building must be closed in and weathertight prior to the installation of the panels.
Plankwall Grooved Panels must not be installed where the maximum moisture content of the timber framing exceeds 18% moisture content.

Statement of Building Code Compliance

The panels are manufactured in accordance with AS/NZS 1859.2.

Where installed in accordance with the Plankwall Grooved Panels Design and Installation Guide, the panels will meet the requirements of:

Clause B1 Structure: B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.4, and B1.3.3 (j) where used for lining and B1.3.3 (f, h, j) where used for bracing
Clause B2 Durability: B2.3.1 (a) (bracing) and B2.3.1 (b) (lining)
Clause F2 Hazardous building materials: F3.2.1.

In-Service History

Plankwall Grooved Panels have been used extensively throughout New Zealand since 2000 in residential buildings, as well as in retail and commercial applications.

Other Performance Attributes

Certifications held for the manufacture of the MDF:

ISO 9001: 2015 Quality management systems (Certificate No. 324)
ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems (Certificate No. 55)
CARB 93120 Phase 2 and EPA TSCA TI part 770 (Certificate CSi-17111)
FSC Forestry Stewardship Council Chain of Custody (Certificate 0178950)

Warranty

Plankwall V-Groove panels, as supplied by Nelson Pine as GoldenEdge MDF panels, and used and installed correctly as per the Usage & Installation guide, carry a 12 month warranty against faulty materials or workmanship by the manufacturer to the extent of replacement of the product but not including any indirect or consequential loss subject to the provisions of the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.