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1 Veneers timber veneer collections Design with nature veneers P laminates P plywood P flooring P timber P trade

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3 Design with nature With the timeless, natural beauty and warmth of timber, Amerind timber VENEERS collections provide you with a unique edge in the design of sophisticated commercial and residential interiors. Since 1970, Amerind s passion for veneers has seen the development of an extensive global network that provides access to the world s finest timber veneers giving you more design options than ever before. With branches throughout Australia and in the United Kingdom, and with affiliates throughout Europe, we are able to source, manufacture and deliver practically any veneer specified. Specifying timber veneers is a positive for the environment. They help make timber go further and are from a natural resource that is renewable, energy efficient and biodegradable. Amerind s commitment to the sustainable use and management of forest resources means our veneers come from responsibly managed forests and we offer a range of FSC certified products wherever possible. Through our commitment to the environment, manufacturing excellence, and our knowledge of exotic and local timbers, Amerind has grown to become Australia s largest manufacturer of fine veneer panels. Amerind timber VENEERS collections offer an almost infinite variety of beautiful design options and the passion for excellence that can make a real difference with your next project. Photo: James Penlidis Veneer: Zebrano Cover: Redheart Eucalypt 3

4 Three collections, more inspiration Novotel Langley, Perth Veneer: New Guinea Rosewood Station Pier Melbourne Veneer: Hoop Pine Portside, QLD Veneer: Vogue Grey Ash Amerind VENEERS offer more creative inspiration in three comprehensive collections. When you want the unique, natural beauty of timber, Amerind Natural VENEERS offer a range of veneers that are sourced worldwide from local and international timber species. For the more exotic detail of burls and birds eyes, Amerind Exotic VENEERS are a first class choice. Where uniformity and evenness of colour, grain and texture are important, Amerind Vogue VENEERS provide the answer in our range of reconstructed timber veneers. Whatever the choice for your project, Amerind timber VENEERS collections provide the inspiration to create beautiful domestic interiors, stylish board rooms, warm and inviting restaurants, and stunning retail and commercial interiors. The most specified applications include: Commercial and residential furniture Kitchen and bathroom cabinetry Office and retail fitouts Restaurants, bars and table tops Reception desks and foyers Corporate boardrooms Partitions With Amerind s access to the world s quality veneers, the list of applications is limited only by your imagination. Photo: Tyrone Branician Veneer: Figured Makore 4 Photo: Trevor Mein Veneer: Stringybark

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6 A cut above the rest As Australia s largest manufacturer of veneer panels, we bring unrivalled technical expertise to the complex process of manufacturing Amerind Natural VENEERS. Understanding how a veneer is created will help you select the right veneer. Types of veneers The method by which veneers are sliced from the log defines their general appearance or structure. Rotary peeled The log is centrally fixed to a lathe and a sharp blade peels a continuous slice of veneer along the entire length, giving a bold, widely varying pattern. Quarter cut Veneers cut from the quarter cut segment of the log produce a fairly straight (parallel) grain structure. Crown cut Veneers cut from this section of a log are known as crowns or flowers and have some straight grain sections on either side. As the cut moves towards the centre of the log, the crown becomes narrower and finer, and the straight grain section wider apart. Natural variations Part of their charm as a natural product is that veneers from the same timber species can vary greatly in colour and pattern. As a consequence, any samples supplied are an indication only of the general character of the chosen species and you should ask your Account Manager for a batch control sample. Also, a variety of visual effects can be achieved by varying the way that the veneers are laid on the substrate. If broad colour and grain pattern is important for the design integrity of your project, you should talk with your Amerind Account Manager before the project starts. Veneer matching A variety of visual effects can be achieved by varying the way that veneer leaves are laid on to the substrate. Book matched Adjacent leaves are opened like a book so that each leaf is a mirror image of the one next to it. Slip matched The veneers are laid side by side facing the same way. The result is the same grain pattern being repeated across the width of the panel. Random matched Leaves are laid in a random fashion to disperse grain characteristics across and along the sheet. Reverse slip matched Alternate leaves are turned end to end, resulting in crowns being balanced at each end of the panel. 6

7 Mounting on substrates Choosing a panel grade Once they have been sliced and dried, a number of veneer leaves are then joined into a single sheet size before being bonded in a hot press to a suitable substrate. Commonly used substrates include: Standard Particleboard Moisture Resistant Particleboard Standard MDF Moisture Resistant MDF Plywood EO and FSC approved MDF and Plywood 1.5mm Veneer Ply is also available for applications requiring bending Depending on the application, you may be able to vary the quality of the veneer or other backing on the panel. Common panel grades include: G2S (Good two sides) The same first grade veneer on both sides of the panel. Example: Doors, open shelving where a first grade appearance is required on both faces. DGB (Down graded back) The same species on both sides but downgraded quality on the back veneer. Example: Doors, end panels, drawer fronts, internal cabinetry where the internal appearance is of lesser importance. BAMO (Back at manufacturer s option) First grade specified veneer used on face, any other veneer on the back. Example: Wall panels, ceiling panels or panels where generally only the face is shown and a lesser quality veneer is used to balance the back. L1S (Laminate one side) First grade specified veneer used on face, high pressure laminate specified by customer on the back. Example: Doors, end panels, drawer fronts, internal cabinetry or applications where the internal appearance is of lesser importance. NB (No back) Specified veneer used on face but with no backing veneer or laminate. This is never recommended for pressed veneer panels and usually only used with 3.6mm ply that is subsequently used as a door skin and laminated to a substrate. 10 steps to specifying veneers 1 Choose a veneer Make an initial selection from Amerind Natural, Amerind Exotic or Amerind Vogue veneer samples. 2 Speak to your Amerind Account Manager Contact your Amerind Account Manager to get a control sample with a specified batch number to ensure we have the quality and quantity your project requires. 3 Choose the cut Rotary, quarter or crown? 4 How will it be matched? Book, slip, random or reverse slip matched? 5 What is the grain direction? Will the grain of the veneer run vertically or horizontally? 6 What grade of panel is required? G2S, DGB, BAMO, L1S or NB? 7 What substrate? Standard Particleboard, Moisture Resistant Particleboard, Standard MDF, Moisture Resistant MDF or Plywood? And whether the substrate is E0 or FSC approved. 8 Dimensions of panel? Length, width and thickness? 9 Quantity and timing? How many panels and when do you need them on site? 10 Delivery details? Where do you want the panels delivered and to whom? 7

8 Passionate about a perfect finish When you specify from the Amerind VENEERS range you know you have the support of Australia s leading independent marketer, distributor and manufacturer of decorative architectural finishes. Since 1970, Amerind has manufactured a range of products in Australia as well as selecting a portfolio of fine decorative products from overseas including: High quality timber veneers Designer laminates Melamine panels German engineered laminate and solid timber flooring Furniture and construction grade timber Plywood, MDF and commodity board substrates E0 and FSC approved MDF and plywood substrates Our environment Amerind is committed to managing its entire operations in an environmentally responsible manner to ensure the protection of the environment for this and future generations. Responsible forestry and use of forest resources, waste minimisation and pollution prevention are the principles underpinning Amerind s environmental policy. Amerind is certified to maintain the chain of custody in the manufacturing of FSC certified products. National specifier support Over the years, Amerind has created a national network of support for professionals in architecture, design, domestic and commercial cabinet making and shop fitting. Our team of passionate sales professionals operate from warehouses and offices strategically located in capital cities and regional centres. They provide product, finish and colour advice during project planning while our dedicated distribution centres provide rapid response to customer orders. In addition, product samples, data sheets and information are as close as your computer, telephone and fax. > Image above Wrest Point Casino, Riverview Lounge Café Joiner: Halton Joinery, Tasmania Builder: Fairbrother Construction Veneer: Blackbean Photo: Craig Opie 8

9 For everything you need fast At Amerind, we understand you need to get your VENEERS samples and colour reference fast when you are developing concepts for a new project. That s why our product samples, data sheets and information are as close as your computer, telephone and fax. Go online For colour swatches, Material Safety Data Sheets, Product Specifications and order forms for the samples you need, go online at Order samples If you know what you need, simply the name and finish of the samples to samples@amerind.com.au or fax to Ask questions If you have questions about issues such as product information, application suitability and distribution timing, please give us a call on

10 1 Amerind Natural Veneers Sycamore *FSC White Sycamore Figured *FSC Rock Maple *FSC Quilted Maple English Willow Aspen Radiata Pine (Pinus Clear) Australian White Birch Quilted Birch European Birch Plantation Oak Iroko Koto Hoop Pine Silver Ash Tasmanian Ash Blackheart Sassafras Teak European White Ash Baltic Pine Japanese Sen American Oak *FSC Redheart Eucalypt Blackbean 10 Golden Sassafras Curly Maple Tasmanian Blackwood New Guinea Rosewood Wenge Capricorn Walnut Disclaimer: Timber and Veneer products are comprised of natural timbers and will react to environmental conditions including temperature, light and moisture. Changes to surface colour or appearance is a natural characteristic and not a defect. As with any natural timber product, variations may occur between samples, displays or printed materials and the product you ultimately obtain. Timber from the same species but different logs or different parts of the same log may exhibit noticeable differences. Amerind Pty Ltd does not provide any warranty that products supplied will not exhibit such variations as described above. All products are sold under Amerind Pty Ltd s Terms & Conditions of Trade.

11 1 Amerind Natural Veneers European Chestnut Curly Birch Tasmanian Oak European Beech *FSC Oregon Swiss Pearwood Japanese Elm Western Red Cedar Anegre Anegre Figured QLD Maple American Cherry *FSC Zebrano Stringybark Blackbutt NZ Rimu Pale Brushbox Khaya Mahogany Ironbark (Grey) European Walnut Silky Oak Spotted Gum Makore Turpentine Qld Walnut Brown Bean This species is generally available as quarter (QTR) cut. This species is generally available as crown cut. This species is generally available as figured. American Walnut *FSC Ironbark (Red) Pommele Makore Santos Palisander 11

12 1 2 Amerind Natural Veneers Amerind Exotic Veneers Rosegum Nyatah QLD Cherry Birds Eye Maple Poplar Burl Maple Burl Sapele *FSC Danta Tasmanian Myrtle Ash Burl Bamboo Chestnut Burl Kwila Sydney Blue Gum Red Gum (Murray River) Myrtle Burl Birds Eye Eucalypt Elm Burl Australian Red Cedar Bubinga Jarrah Vavona Burl Madrona Burl Walnut Cluster Karri Pommele Sapele Atlantic Jarrah Bubinga Quilted Walnut Burl Makassar Ebony 12

13 3 Amerind Vogue Veneers Light Oak Flaxen Crown Powder Oak Chestnut Crown Grey Ash New Jarrah Birch Classic Oak Blonde Ash Chestnut Rayado Chocolate Oak Old Jarrah Willow Latte Caramel Fineline Spice Fineline Wenge Crown Manjimup Honey Fineline Zebrano Classic Walnut Espresso Ebony Makassar Ebony Golden Teak Cinnamon Teak Wenge QTR Sombra Rayado Charred Makassar Carnelian Strata

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