About Finlayson s Supply and Install. Making the right choice with Finlayson s. Timber Grades and Species. Installing. Finishing, Care and Maintenance

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1 Section 2 FLOORING About Finlayson s Supply and Install Making the right choice with Finlayson s Timber Grades and Species Installing Finishing, Care and Maintenance Flooring Prices TQ TDS 11 - Tongue and Groove Flooring TQ TDS 31 - Acceptable Appearance from Timber Floors ATFA - What to expect from your timber fl oor Boral - Chain of Custody Certifi cation The builders and renovators choice since PRODUCT CATALOGUE

2 Finlayson s has been the builders and renovators choice since Finlayson s supply and install. For over four generations Finlayson s, a family owned and operated business, has delivered quality products and services with integrity, innovation and foresight. From our sawmilling and timber joinery operations to supplying hardware and building products we continually strive for and deliver solid service, quality and value in everything we do. Having a timber floor supplied and installed by Finlayson s is the easy answer when you need the job done on time and within budget. We ve made it a simple choice by delivering: Experience & Service. From our professional customer service team to the master craftsmen who install and fi nish your fl oor, you can trust we re all focused on your needs. Product & Value. Strong relationships with premium suppliers Australia wide and Finlayson s own manufactured product range provides maximum choice, purchasing power and product back-up. Durability & Quality. Nothing delivers enduring beauty and strength like the superior timber products installed and fi nished by our skilled timber craftsmen. Solutions & Savings. Just one visit to The Green Room where we have over 300m 2 of fl ooring on display will help streamline your decision making process, effectively saving time and money. Peace of Mind. All supply and install projects are fully supervised and being BSA licensed, all our building work is fully guaranteed. I ve said it before, but you guys were amazing - made easy work of a job that everyone else seemed to think was too difficult. Thank you so much. Jeff Gates 36 PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2013 ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST. Ask in store about our Price Guarantee.

3 SECTION 2 FLOORING Making the right choice with Finlayson s supply and install. Choosing The easy way. Confused by choice? Finlayson s Green Room simplifies the flooring selection process. Featuring environmentally certified timber flooring with over 300m 2 (50 species) on display, the Green Room provides the opportunity to visualise how environmentally sound products will look in your own project. The Green Room also has an extensive range of decking, window and doors. The chance to see products in-situ is complemented by the decades of building knowledge and expertise our floor staff provide. The Green Room is a one-stop decision-making shop. Choosing Environmentally committed suppliers. Finlayson s are a chain of custody (CoC) certified organisation. The Araucaria harvested and processed by Finlayson s at Yarraman Pine and the partnerships we enjoy with Australia s leading timber manufacturers ensure we have a constant supply of the highest quality flooring. Finlayson s and our suppliers are all committed to sustainability. Our chain of custody certification guarantees that our products have been sourced from forests that comply with the Australian Forestry Standard (AFS/PEFC). AFS/ PEFC/ The builders and renovators choice since PRODUCT CATALOGUE

4 Supplying Product solutions for every design. With more than 50 species of timber fl ooring on offer Finlayson s has a product to meet your brief. Our team has the knowledge to help you decide which product will best suit your project considering budget, design and the practicalities of installation Mixed Hardwood from pale and dark browns to vibrant red and salmon pinks. Hardness: 10.5* $ New South Wales Spotted Gum from very pale to very dark browns. Hardness: 11* $ Grey Iron Bark from light grey or light chocolate with some darker red and browns. Hardness: 14* $ Forest Reds from reddish brown to soft salmon pinks. Hardness: 9* Blackbutt from golden yellow through to pale brown. Hardness: 9.1* Queensland Spotted Gum from soft honey tones to rich reddish brown. Hardness: 11* $ 38 PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2013 ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST. Ask in store about our Price Guarantee.

5 Brush Box from pale pinkish grey to rich reddish brown. Hardness: 9.5* Australian Beech from pale brown and golden hues to light cream with a slightly pink tint. Hardness: 7.1* Sydney Blue Gum from soft pinks to dark pinks and reddish brown. Hardness: 9* New England Oak from soft yellows and pinks to pinkish browns. Hardness: 6* Araucaria/Hoop Pine from white to straw. Grade: Clear Clear One Face Tight Knot Hardness: 5* Sizes Solid Strip: 89, 102, 140, 152 x 21mm Length: m American Oak from pale yellow-browns to biscuit with a pinkish tint. Grade: Prestige - features small tight knots Hardness: 6* Sizes: 128, 140 x 19mm * Janka hardness rating. The Janka hardness of a particular timber is a good indicator of its resistance to wear and denting. The higher the number, the greater the hardness. Price $$ - moderate $$$ - premium. Timber Grades Timber Grades are distinguished by gum veins and pockets, insect trails, spirals and burls. All individual elements provide each timber floor with a unique character. Premium (select) Grade. Minimum natural variations, providing a clean modern appearance. Character (standard) Grade. Beautiful variations in grain as well as natural features such as gum veins and insect trails. Feature Grade. Unique rustic aged appearance with extenuated natural features including gum vein, knots, face checking and insect travels. PRODUCT CATALOGUE

6 We specialise in the installation of premium quality timber fl oors. Installing Ongoing value and peace of mind in every project. Years of experience ensure Finlayson s have perfected installation techniques for a wide range of locations, conditions and applications. To bearers and joists. We nail to hardwood joists and nail and glue to pine joists. Over particleboard or plywood. Timber fl ooring can be nailed or glued directly to particleboard or plywood. In apartments. We can install traditional solid fl ooring in apartments providing appropriate sound reduction requirements. Over concrete. Our installation techniques include direct stick to concrete or installation over plywood and battens. Floating floors. Quick and easy installations, engineered, prefi nished fl oating fl oors can be laid over any level, fl at, structurally sound fl oor. Fixed to stairs. We can fi x fl ooring to existing stairs or over plywood to concrete stairs. Parquetry. We install an extensive range of designs in a variety of timber species. Sand and polish. If your fl oors need restoring we can help, alternatively we include fi nishing in all supply and installation quotes. Staining is also available. Supply only. If you are a DIY renovator we supply all the products and advice you require. 40 PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2013 ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST. Ask in store about our Price Guarantee.

7 SECTION 2 FLOORING Big enough to deliver, small enough to care. Finishing Maximising durability and beauty. Finlayson s recommends the most appropriate flooring finish for your chosen species and its application. There are four broad ranges of finishes available: Oil based. Less wear resistant fi nish requiring more frequent maintenance, darkens with age, unlikely to edge bond boards, matt to gloss levels. Solvent borne polyurethane. High wear resistance, darkens with age, reduced risk of edge bonding boards when applied over appropriate sealer, matt to very high gloss levels. Composite (mix of oil-based & solvent borne polyurethane). Less wear resistant fi nish requiring more frequent maintenance, darkens with age, unlikely to edge bond boards, matt to gloss levels. Water borne. Moderate to high wear resistance, less darkening with age unlikely to edge bond boards when applied over appropriate sealer, matt to gloss levels. Care and maintenance. To keep your floor looking good and wearing well Finlayson s recommends: Waiting for 48 hours from the application of the last coat of varnish before placing furniture. Using door mats to reduce dirt, sand and grit scratches. Hall runners and small rugs are useful to collect dirt that scratches fl oors. Rotating rugs and installing curtains or blinds to reduce direct sunlight which will gradually fade, darken or change the shade of all hardwood fl ooring. Purchasing an antistatic mop to remove dust and dirt. Removing high heeled shoes to prevent dents. Trimming pets nails and claws to reduce scratches. Fitting protective felt pads to furniture to stop scuffi ng. Avoiding harsh detergents, abrasive cleaners, steam mops and over wetting a fl oor when cleaning (use a ph neutral fl oor cleaner for stubborn dirt). Maintaining an ambient temperature to avoid dryness that may cause gaps, and moisture increases that may cause cupping. The builders and renovators choice since PRODUCT CATALOGUE

8 Hardwood Strip, Overlay & Araucaria Flooring Hardwood Strip Flooring SIZE SPECIES GRADE PRICE Unit = LM 80 x 19 Blackbutt T&G Cover $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G Cover $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Blackbutt T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Blue Gum T&G Cover $ x 19 Blue Gum T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Blue Gum T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Blue Gum T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Blue Gum T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Brushbox T&G Cover $ x 19 Brushbox T&G Cover $ x 19 Brushbox T&G E/M Select POA 80 x 19 Brushbox T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Brushbox T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Brushbox T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Brushbox T&G E/M Standard POA 80 x 19 Brushbox T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Brushbox T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Forest Reds T&G Cover $ x 19 Forest Reds T&G E/M Select POA 80 x 19 Forest Reds T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Forest Reds T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Forest Reds T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Forest Reds T&G E/M Standard POA 80 x 19 Forest Reds T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Forest Reds T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Forest Reds T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Ironbark T&G Cover $ x 19 Ironbark T&G E/M Select POA 80 x 19 Ironbark T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Ironbark T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Ironbark T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Ironbark T&G E/M Standard POA 80 x 19 Ironbark T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Ironbark T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Ironbark T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Jarra T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Karri T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G Cover $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G Cover $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G Cover $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G Cover $ x 19 Mixed Hardwood T&G Cover $ x 19 Spotted Gum T&G Cover $ x 19 Spotted Gum T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Spotted Gum T&G E/M Select $ Hardwood Strip Flooring SIZE SPECIES GRADE PRICE Unit = LM 85 x 19 Spotted Gum T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Spotted Gum T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Spotted Gum T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Spotted Gum T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Spotted Gum T&G E/M Standard $ x 19 Tallowwood T&G Cover $ x 19 Tallowwood T&G Cover $ x 19 Tallowwood T&G E/M Select $ x 19 Tallowwood T&G E/M Standard $8.17 JOB LOT SURCHARGE ALL ORDERS $ Hardwood Overlay Flooring SIZE SPECIES GRADE PRICE Unit = LM 80 x 13 Blackbutt Overlay T&G Standard $ x 13 Forest Red Overlay T&G Select $ x 13 Forest Reds Overlay T&G Standard $ x 13 Ironbark Overlay T&G Select $ x 13 Ironbark Overlay T&G Standard $ x 13 Tallowwood Overlay T&G Select $7.52 JOB LOT SURCHARGE ALL ORDERS $ T & G Araucaria Flooring SIZE Tight Knot Grade Clear 1 Face Grade Clear Grade End Matching Add Unit = LM 89 x 21 $4.35 $5.45 $6.47 $ x 21 $5.28 $6.92 $7.81 $ x 21 $5.94 $9.01 $9.59 $ x 21 $8.98 $10.71 $11.03 $0.61 Note: Araucaria fl ooring available in random lengths from 0.9m to 5.4m. Araucaria fl ooring not recommended end matched. (*End matching available to order minimum quantity applies). PLEASE NOTE: Hardwood flooring available in random lengths only. Boards are T & G end matched for easy joining and minimal wastage. Job lot surcharges (see above). All species subject to availablity at time or ordering. All products are graded with the relevant Australian Standards. Spotted gum may contain treated sapwood. Platform floor construction where floor is laid prior to roof being complete will void all product warranties. Prices subject to change. For correct handling, storage and fixing instructions for timber flooring, please refer Timber Qld Techinical Data Sheet #11, 17, 18, 21 and 31 at the back of this section. 42 PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2013 ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST. Ask in store about our Price Guarantee.

9 SECTION 2 FLOORING TDS 11 - T&G Timber Flooring - General Information 2 Technical Data Sheet Tongue & Groove Timber Flooring - General Information Recommended Practice / March 2006 Issued by: Timber Queensland Limited 11 Introduction This data sheet outlines the product types covered in this and other data sheets on T&G flooring. It also includes information on timbers used in flooring, the nature of timber floors over various sub-floors, characteristics of floor finishes available and aspects relating to the natural movement that occurs in timber floors after they have been finished. Therefore a continuous mirror finish cannot be expected from floor finishes. Localised shrinkage may also occur when areas of flooring are exposed to heat sources such as fireplaces or sunlight through large doors or windows. The overall movement and rate of movement of timber varies depending on the timber species and cutting pattern of individual boards. Small moisture content variations in boards at the time of installation and differing conditions within the house (i.e. from sun exposure or fireplaces) will also cause variation in board movement. Product Types The recommendations contained in these data sheets relate to timber floors that are intended to be sanded and finished after installation. Generally floors of this type are of solid timber or a product made up from layers of timber, bonded together. Depending on the T&G sub-floor supporting system (e.g. joists, plywood etc), timber floors will both feel and sound differently when walked on. Generally T&G timber floors laid over joists or battens will have more spring under foot and there is likely to be some vertical movement at board edges and end matched joints when walked on. Some squeaks can therefore be expected from most timber floors of this type. Squeaks can occur from movement of one board edge against another or from boards moving on nails. Squeaks are often more prevalent during drier weather due to loosening at the joints. Floors that are laid over a plywood or similar sub-floor will have a firmer feel underfoot. Similarly when floors are glued directly to concrete, the feel is firmer, but some boards may sound drummy when walked on. Movement in Timber Floors Timber is a natural product that responds to changes in weather conditions. During periods of consistently high humidity timber will absorb moisture from the surrounding air causing it to swell or increase in size. Conversely, during drier times when humidities are low, timber will shrink, reducing in size (refer Figure 1). Unless T & G flooring is placed in a permanently controlled environment, it will always move in response to changing environmental conditions. Gaps between individual T & G boards will occur as the floor shrinks in dry weather. Consequently, gapping across a floor can be expected and may be relatively even, depending on individual circumstances, but actual gap size between individual boards will vary. An uneven distribution of gaps detracts from the appearance of the floor and can occur if a number of boards are bonded together by the finish penetrating into the joints. Floor finishes will not prevent timber movement, but may reduce the rate of response to climatic changes. Applying a finish to the underside of a floor may further assist to reduce seasonal movement. Timber Species and Characteristics Species, Colour, Grade and Hardness The species or species mix chosen will generally determine the overall colour of the floor. It should also be noted that species mixes may contain different species from one producer to another and may therefore appear different. As a guide, Table 1b indicates the range of colours that may be expected. The sapwood of many hardwoods can be much lighter than adjacent heartwood and some boards may contain both light and dark colours. Even within a single species large colour variations can occur, not only due to the age differences between trees but also between different growing locations. Also, older sample panels in showrooms generally darken with age. Colour should therefore be discussed with flooring suppliers. Lyctid susceptible sapwood of some hardwood species e.g. spotted gum is required by some state legislation, including Queensland and New South Wales, to be preservative treated. Some treatments may impart a brown or green-grey tinge to sapwood, while boron preservative is non-colouring. LOSP treatment is also used. In this instance an H3 treatment may be used in lieu of H2 treatment to avoid the coloured from dyes often used with H2 LOSP treatments. The character of the floor is influenced by the species characteristics and therefore the grade. Grading is a process that sorts boards according to the number and size of features present (e.g. gum veins and knots). Table 1 indicates the grades contained in relevant Australian Standards, but it should be noted that manufacturers often have their own grades. Figure 1 Cover width variation with changing Relative Humidity Hardness indicates a species resistance to indentation and abrasion. Damage to timber floors may occur due to continual movement of furniture, heavy foot traffic and in particular stiletto-heel type loading. The selection of a hard timber species ensures improved resistance to indentation and abrasion. Soft timber species in feature floors can be expected to indent and finishes do not significantly improve hardness. Timber Queensland Technical Data Sheet 11 - Tongue and Groove Timber Flooring General Info Revised March Page 1 Species Colour Hardness Common cover widths (mm) Thicknes (mm) Australian Hardwoods to AS 2796 Timber Hardwood Sawn and milled products Select Grade, Medium Feature Grade (Standard) and in some species High Feature Grade Spotted Gum brown, dark brown, light sapwood very hard 60, 80,130 19,12 Ironbark dark brown or dark red brown very hard 60, 80,130 19,12 Blackbutt golden yellow to pale brown very hard 60, 80,130 19,12 New England Blackbutt straw to pale brown very hard 60, 80,130 19,12 Forest Red Gum dark brown or dark red brown very hard 60, 80,130 19,12 Brushbox mid brown even colour hard 60, 80,130 19,12 Jarrah dark red brown hard 67, 80,125 19,12 Karri rich reddish-browns to pale pinks hard 67, 80,125 19,12 Rose Gum straw pink to light red hard 60, 80,130 19,12 Sydney Blue Gum pink to dark red hard 60, 80,130 19,12 Tallowwood pale straw to light brown hard 60, 80,130 19,12 Southern Blue Gum pale brown with some pink hard 63,80,85,108,133 19,12 Stringybark yellow brown with pink tinge hard 63,80,85,108,133 19,12 Messmate Pale yellow to pale brown moderately hard 63,80,85,108,133 19,12 Tasmanian Oak pale straw to light brown, pink moderately hard 85, 108,133 19,13 Victorian Ash pale straw to light brown, pink moderately hard 63,80,85,108,133 19,12 Manna/Ribbon Gum pale straw pinks moderately hard 63,80,85,108,133 19,12 Imported Hardwoods to AS 2796 Timber Hardwood Sawn and milled products Select Grade, Medium Feature Grade (Standard) and in some species High Feature Grade Kwila / Merbau dark brown hard 80, Northern Box mid brown even colour hard 80, Cypress to AS 1810 Timber Seasoned Cypress Milled products Grades No.1 and No. 2 Cypress straw sapwood, dark brown heartwood moderately hard 62,85,98 20 Australian Softwoods to AS 4785 Timber Softwood Sawn and milled products except Araucaria (hoop pine) for which industry grades apply Standard Grade for AS 4785 Australian Softwoods Radiata white to straw soft , 21 Araucaria (Hoop) straw soft 87,89,102,133,152 19, 20, 21 ss Table 1 - Species Properties Cover Widths, Profiles, Spans and End-Matching Typical cover widths and thicknesses for T & G strip flooring are as shown in Table 1. Actual cover widths may vary from those shown and should be checked with individual suppliers. Typical T & G profiles are shown in Figure 2. Some profiles are produced with grooves or rebates on the underside. Where the underside of a floor forms a ceiling, the board edges may be arrised to form a v joint profile. The secret nail profile is used for both top nailing and secret fixing. When secret fixing, the cover width should be limited to a maximum of 85 mm. The standard profile is used for face nailing and is the profile commonly found on wider boards. Some wider board flooring has the secret nail profile which allows temporary secret fixing prior to top nailing. If the species or species mix contain a significant variation in colours the appearance of the floor will differ depending on the cover width. Narrower boards tend to blend the colour variations together. Gapping between individual boards during drier times is also less with narrower boards than it is with wide boards. A maximum board width of 100 mm is recommended to limit potential gap size and other movement effects such as cupping (edges of the board higher or lower than the centre). End-matching is a process where a tongue and groove joint is provided at the ends of boards. This allows joints to be placed between joists, resulting in less wastage than plain end flooring, which must have its ends fixed over joists (refer Figure 3). Figure 2 Figure 1c Page 2 - Revised March 2006 Timber Queensland Technical Data Sheet 11 - Tongue and Groove Timber Flooring General Info The builders and renovators choice since PRODUCT CATALOGUE

10 TDS 11 - T&G Timber Flooring - General Information 2 Figure 3 Ordering Flooring When ordering timber flooring, the following details should be provided to the timber supplier: - species (or species mix) grade profile and end-joint type cover width thickness quantity (in linear metres) Flooring should be supplied within the moisture content range from 9% to 14%, except for Cypress which should be supplied in the range of 10% to 15%. For larger jobs in specific environments a different range may be specified. Composite Oil-Based/Solvent Based Finishes Finishes containing oil-based alkyds with the addition urethanes provide a finish with reasonably good abrasi resistance. Oil modified urethanes, which are one of t predominant floor finishes used in the USA and many of t tung oil based finishes are of this type. The odour duri application is very strong but dissipates as the finish dri These finishes provide a subdued, satin to semi-glo appearance and are unlikely to edge bond boards. They dark with time and require more frequent maintenance particula in high traffic areas. Acrylic floor polishes may be used protect the finish. Solvent Based Polyurethane Finishes Solvent based polyurethanes (one pack and two pack) provi a harder finish, generally with limited flexibility but mu greater abrasion resistance. Consequently, this greatly reduc the level of routine maintenance. They currently provide som of the hardest finishes available today with gloss levels fro matt through to a very high gloss. These finishes, as with t oil-based finishes, will generally darken with time. The odo during application is very strong with these products b dissipates as the finish dries. Due to their high strength a generally limited flexibility, edge bonding of boards can occ To calculate the linear metres of flooring required, the following method is recommended. Total length of flooring required = area of floor (m 2 ) x Wastage cover width (mm) Allowance for waste should be approximately 5% for endmatched flooring and 10% for plain end butt joined flooring. Floor Finish Types and Characteristics Timber Floor Finishes Timber floor finishes can be grouped into the four broad categories. These are the oil-based finishes, composite finishes (mixes of oil-based and solvent based polyurethane finishes), solvent based polyurethane finishes and water based finishes. With time all finishes will change in colour and film build as the wears. Therefore the ability to touch up becomes more difficult with time, however all coatings can be restored by recoating. Inthe long term a resand and refinish may be necessary depending on the wear and age of the floor. Water Based Finishes Some water based polyurethane/acrylic mixes of modera durability are available but straight one and two pack wa based polyurethanes with very good wear resistance a gaining in popularity. These finishes are generally appli over a sealer (either solvent or water based), that not o enhances the colour of the timber but can significantly redu the risk of edge bonding. Rapid shrinkage in the floor a the associated stretching of the finish at board joints has occasions caused the appearance of light coloured lines board joints. Matt through to gloss finishes are available a these finishes generally darken little with time. Duri application there is low odour associated with water bas finishes. A curing additive (catalyst) may or may not recommended by the manufacturer. Refer to Table 2 overpage, which outlines the types of fin available and lists various characteristics of each. Oil-Based Finishes Oil-based finishes (alkyd/oleoresins) are the more traditional types of finish manufactured by reacting a natural oil (e.g. linseed and tung) with another chemical. Varnishes and the traditional tung oils fall within this category and are associated with the polished and waxed timber floors of the past. These types of finishes are still available and require greater regular maintenance than the other finishes. However, with the use of acrylic floor polishes, they have become easier to maintain. These finishes will darken with time. They are unlikely to edge bond boards (defined in Table 2). Timber Queensland Technical Data Sheet 11 - Tongue and Groove Timber Flooring General Info Revised March Page Table 2 - PROPERTIES OF COATING SYSTEMS Timber Floor Finishes Oil based Alkyds Composite Solvent based Water based Tung oil Linseed oil based varnishes Oil modified Urethanes (OMU) Urethane oil/alkyd Tung oil 2 pack Polyurethane Single pack Polyurethane (moisture cured) Polyurethane/ Acrylic Polyurethane (Single and two pack) Less wear resistant finish requiring more frequent maintenance Unlikely to edge bond boards # High wear resistant finish May edge bond boards #. There is a reduced risk of edge bonding when applied over an appropriate sealer. Moderate to high wear resistant finishes Unlikely to edge bond boards # when applied over an appropriate sealer 6-24 hour drying by solvent evaporation Some tolerance to waxes Moderate to strong odour on application Avoid inhalation and contact 1-4 hour drying by chemical reaction Not tolerant to waxes Strong odour on application Avoid inhalation and contact 2-4 hour drying by evaporation and reaction Not tolerant to waxes Minimal odour on application Avoid inhaling cross-linkers and hardeners Matt to gloss levels Darkens with age Matt to very high gloss levels Darkens with age Matt to gloss levels Less darkening with age Generally ready for use 2-5 days from completion* Generally ready for use 2-3 days from completion* Generally ready for use 2 days from completion* *Varies with weather conditions and product. Full curing may take a longer time. # Edge bonding relates to the finish acting as an adhesive and bonding board edges together. When board shrinkage occurs, this can result in wide irregularly spaced gaps at board edges or splitting of boards. Safe Working Working with timber produces dust particles. Protection of the eyes, nose and mouth when sanding, sawing and planing is highly recommended. Refer to tool manufacturers for safe working recommendations for particular items of equipment. Disposal of Offcuts and Waste For any treated timber, do not burn offcuts or sawdust. Preservative treated offcuts and sawdust should be disposed of by approved local authority methods. Timber Queensland Limited ACN ABN Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley Brisbane Queensland 4006 PO Box 2014, Fortitude Valley BC Qld 4006 Phone: (07) Fax: (07) Website: admin@timberqueensland.com.au Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of advice given, Timber Queensland Limited cannot accept liability for loss or damage arising from the use of the information supplied. Page 4 - Revised March 2006 Timber Queensland Technical Data Sheet 11 - Tongue and Groove Timber Flooring General Info 44 PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2013 ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST. Ask in store about our Price Guarantee.

11 SECTION 2 FLOORING TDS 31 - Acceptable Appearance from Timber Floors 2 Technical Data Sheet Acceptable Appearance from Timber Floors Recommended Practice / March 2006 Issued by: Timber Queensland Limited 31 Introduction There are no standards that outline what an acceptable appearance of timber floor should be. There are standards that relate to the manufacture of timber flooring and when recommended sanded and finishes practices are undertaken, there is a general level of acceptance of the finished product in the marketplace. Floors of the same species can differ markedly in their appearance, depending on timber source, age of the tree, board cover width, the finish system used and the lighting in which the floor is viewed. Timber is a natural product that will shrink and swell in response to changes in atmospheric humidity, no building environment is the same as another, the sanding and finishing is not undertaken in a dust free factory environment and finishes may darken with time. Even with these variables a high standard in the finished floor is achievable. This data sheet outlines what is considered an acceptable appearance for a timber floor. occur in some locations within a dwelling (e.g. sun exposed floor) where these types of flooring are used. Tenting - two adjacent boards, where the adjoining edge has lifted above the level of the adjacent flooring. This is often associated with high moisture beneath the floor and can be from many causes. Buckling - a section of flooring containing a number of boards raised above an adjacent section of flooring. Crowning - floor boards that are flat on their lower surfaces but where the upper surface has its edges lower than the centre of the board. This may occur if a floor is cupped (board edges up) at the time of sanding. Crowning does not become apparent until some months after finishing. Acceptable Appearance Even timber surface The following outlines some problems that affect the surface of the boards and these should not generally occur in timber floors. However, specific heat sources from appliances or sun exposure through large uncovered windows may induce some cupping of boards in the affected area. Similarly, wide boards or thinner overlay boards may also show some slight cupping in certain house environments. It should also be recognised that the actions or inaction of owners can contribute or even cause these to occur. Cupping - boards with their edges either higher or lower that the centre of the board. Heat in a specific location or a very dry environment above the floor may result in cupping. Moist sub-floor spaces can also cause boards to cup. Cupping is more likely to occur in overlay flooring and standard thickness boards that are wider than 100 mm. To some degree a small amount of cupping may Note: Floors exposed to heat sources after occupancy (e.g. no curtains, fireplaces, vents from appliances, houses closed up for extended periods) may cause boards to cup. Cupping and shrinkage from such sources may be the owner s responsibility.) Figure 1 - The process of crowning Timber Queensland Limited Technical Data Sheet 31 - Acceptable Appearance from Timber Floors March Page 1 Relatively even gapping between boards in areas not exposed to specific heat sources During drier times of the year, gapping between boards may average 0.75 mm. Some gaps may be larger than this and others smaller, however, the appearance generally indicates gapping between most boards. An appearance can be expected that is free from split boards and wide gaps between boards that may be irregularly-spaced across the floor. Irregularly-spaced wide gapping may occur from either the edges of boards being bonded together or from a proportion of boards being high in moisture content at the time of laying. Limited vertical movement at T & G joints Flooring is manufactured with the board tongue narrower than the groove. This is necessary so that boards will fit together during installation. When floor boards are laid over joists in particular, some differential vertical movement may occur between adjacent boards, when a load is applied to an individual board. This is due to the clearance between the tongue and the groove. The clearance should not exceed 0.6 mm. Minimal Squeaking A small amount of noise can be expected from most timber floors when walked on. Noises can occur from movement of one board edge against another or from boards moving on nails. A floor is often more noisy during drier weather due to loosening at the joints. Indentations Timber strip floors can be expected to show some indentations depending on the hardness of the species used, volume of traffic and footware worn. A Finish with Minimal Contamination and Sanding Marks A finish similar to that of fine furniture should not be expected. Timber strip floors are not finished in a factory environment and different pieces of flooring will sand differently. The home environment is also not dust free. However, the finished floor can be expected to have an even appearance free from heavy sanding marks, blooming or frequent air bubbles in the surface. A minimal level of contaminants, minor sanding marks and small depressions of the finish at board edges and in nail holes etc. may be visible. The perimeter and other hard to get at places are more likely to contain these irregularities. Due to this a mirror finish is an unachievable expectation. Some finishes will also yellow with time, and if rugs are moved a contrast in the depth of colour can be expected. When floors are inspected for imperfections, the floor is to be inspected during daylight hours with lighting on. The overall assessment of the floor is from a standing position with the floor viewed from positions that are usually occupied by people. Internal and external reflections in areas not usually covered by furniture should be assessed. Acceptability relies on judgement that takes into consideration the effect of lighting on noticeable surface imperfections as well as initial wear of the floor, which can cause some imperfections to significantly lessen or disappear. A floor is subject to much heavier wear than furniture and although a good quality finish can be expected, the same finish quality as furniture should not be expected. Some imperfections that could be expected to some degree in a floor but which should also be assessed include:- sanding quality; gloss variation; dust, insects and debris; bubbles and gel particles; coat leveling. Safe Working Working with timber produces dust particles. Protection of the eyes, nose and mouth when sanding, sawing and planing is highly recommended. Refer to tool manufacturers for safe working recommendations for particular items of equipment. Disposal of Offcuts and Waste For any treated timber, do not burn offcuts or sawdust. Preservative treated offcuts and sawdust should be disposed of by approved local authority methods. Timber Queensland Limited ACN ABN Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley Brisbane Queensland 4006 PO Box 2014, Fortitude Valley BC Qld 4006 Phone: (07) Fax: (07) Website: admin@timberqueensland.com.au Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of advice given, Timber Queensland Limited cannot accept liability for loss or damage arising from the use of the information supplied. Page 2 - March 2006 Timber Queensland Limited Technical Data Sheet 31 - Acceptable Appearance from Timber Floors The builders and renovators choice since PRODUCT CATALOGUE

12 What to expect from your timber floor What you need to understand when purchasing a timber floor? When purchasing a solid timber floor, you ll need to consider aspects such as colour, grade, board width and the finish to be applied. Photos and samples do not always provide a good representation of colour or grade and it s important to realise that floors of the same species can differ markedly in both colour and appearance. Grading rules don t cover colour or colour variation, but do signifi cantly influence the appearance, with some grades including the character of the tree s history with larger gum veins, knots and other features. You have many choices to make, so spend time with your ATFA member supplier or installer to know and understand your new floor. What you should expect when your floor is being installed? Your timber floor may be installed over a concrete slab, on joists or over a structural sheet floor of particleboard or plywood. You may live in a drier location, on farmland or up in the moist tropics. You may have air-conditioning, heating systems or expanses of glass with a lot of direct sunlight. To accommodate all these variables different methods of installation are going to be appropriate to different homes and therefore practices will differ between your installation and others. Your ATFA member installer will be able to advise you on what is appropriate for your home and how the desired flooring product is likely to perform in your house. Your ATFA installer will specifically consider the following at the time of installation: That the product is correct to lay by checking pack labels for size and grade, damage that may have occurred in transit, board moisture contents, cover widths and tolerances. That conditions are correct to lay the floor. This includes assessing the location, dwelling environment, sub-floor conditions and sub-floors. From this the most appropriate fixing method, expansion allowance requirements, need for possible acclimatisation, and appropriate finish systems can be discussed. 46 PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2013 ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST. Ask in store about our Price Guarantee.

13 SECTION 2 FLOORING What to expect from your timber floor What happens when it is time to sand and polish the floor? The sanding and finishing is an exciting time as all the rich beauty and character of the floor is truly revealed. At this time the ATFA member sander and finisher may have to contend with conditions that are prone to dust or which can affect the curing of the finish system, and also timbers that may prefer some types of finish more than others. The width of the boards, movement that may have already occurred in the floor, as well as the overall condition of the floor, all influence the most appropriate finish to be applied. Again, it is important to listen to your ATFA member sander and finisher as a different finish system may be recommended at this stage in order to achieve a high standard of appearance. You should note however that the floor is not being sanded and finished in a factory environment and therefore it is unrealistic to expect a similar finish to that of fine furniture. Some finishing imperfections do occur in all floors. Down lights often highlight such imperfections and some dust may be trapped in the finish even when appropriate precautions are taken. Such imperfections do not generally detract from the overall beauty and appearance of your floor. The finished floor and ongoing care. Once handed over your floor can be walked on but full curing and hardening will not occur for a few weeks and it is recommended that rugs are not laid until this time. Similarly, it should be ensured that the feet of chairs and tables etc have felt pads or protectors applied. Heavy items of furniture need to be carefully positioned without dragging them. Curtains or similar should be used to protect floor areas from intense sunlight and mats both inside and out are an effective means of trapping grit which can scratch floor surfaces. Seasonally, your floor will also adjust to the climate and is likely to show small shrinkage gaps at board edges particularly during drier times of the year. It should also be noted that over time, both the floor finish and the timber that is exposed to light will darken and therefore floors will often be of a lighter tone under rugs. A regular cleaning program is needed to ensure that your floor remains in pristine condition. Antistatic mops are effective for collecting dust and grit, and vacuum cleaners (provided the brushes are not worn) are also effective. Damp mopping on say a monthly basis provides an effective deep clean and when carried out with the recommended mild cleaners, it will not harm the floor. With appropriate care you will enjoy a floor of lasting natural timber beauty. The builders and renovators choice since PRODUCT CATALOGUE

14 Build something great chain of custody certification Boral Timber Boral Timber products have full Chain of Custody certification which meets the Australian Forestry Standard (AFS) AS Chain of Custody tracks a forest or wood product from its origin in a certified forest, through to its end use by the consumer. The AFS Chain of Custody certification verifies that Boral Timber products are produced from certified, legal and sustainable resources. As such, Chain of Custody is a tracking process that provides an environmental assurance standard for the sustainable use of Australia s forest resources. The Australian Forestry Certification Scheme (AFCS) is a forest certification scheme that has been developed to promote sustainable forestry management specifically for the Australian environment. Boral Timber has implemented AFS Chain of Custody certification to support responsible and sustainable forest management in Australia. All Boral Timber manufacturing sites are Chain of Custody certified, this means all products from these sites are certified and can be traced from processing to distribution and are produced using certified, legal and sustainably managed sources. AFCS has mutual recognition by the internationally recognised Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), the world s largest forest management certification scheme. The AFCS is the only forest certification scheme with an Australian Standard (AS ). National free call Boral and Build something great are registered trade marks of Boral Limited or one of it s subsidiaries. Promoting sustainable forest management 48 PRODUCT CATALOGUE 2013 ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST. Ask in store about our Price Guarantee.