All plywood by Austral Plywoods is manufactured with a “multiply” core as standard.

All plywood by Austral Plywoods is manufactured with a “multiply” core as standard.

All plywood by Austral Plywoods is manufactured with a “multiply” core as standard.

All plywood by Austral Plywoods is manufactured with a “multiply” core as standard.

Austral HoopMDF combines the premium aesthetics of Araucaria (hoop pine) veneer with the stability and value of a moisture-resistant MDF core.

This versatile panel delivers the same high-end AB-grade finish and visual appeal as our premium plywood products, utilizing identical high-grade veneers to ensure perfect matching across projects. For applications where structural plywood isn’t necessary, Austral HoopMDF offers a cost-effective solution without compromising on appearance or moisture resistance.

Austral ariaply

(Prefinished Plywood panel)

(Stains available: Natural Hoop | Blackbutt | Jarrah | Walnut |Ash | Ebony | Spotted Gum)

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iHoop is a pre-finished plywood panel designed for internal wall and ceiling linings.  Cost effective and ready to install, iHoop’s superb factory finish is a clear coat that highlights the beautiful grain of Araucaria (hoop pine).  Manufactured with an “A” grade face and multiply core, iHoop features a clear glue line that enhances the natural colours of Araucaria. iHoop is backed by a 7 year coating warranty with acoustic options also available

Fixing iHoop is easy with our patented fixing solutions ShadowFIX and Tec7 X-Tack. Use ShadowFIX to easily create a perfect 10mm shadow line; and with no face fixings, the iHoop will not be penetrated, keeping the protective coating intact. Tec7 X-Tack is an instant grab adhesive system, designed to be used in conjunction with ShadowFIX, or by itself if a full adhesion system is desired.

Austral Connectaply

(Prefinished Plywood panel)

(Stains available: Natural Hoop | Blackbutt | Jarrah | Walnut |Ash | Ebony | Spotted Gum)

Connectaply is a pre-finished plywood panel system that offers the styling of wide timber boards.  Made using only select “A” grade Araucaria (hoop pine) face veneers, Connectaply panels are 280mm in width, recreating a classic solid timber look.  Connectaply is an exterior grade plywood panel, designed for use in semi-exposed areas such as balcony ceilings, alfresco areas and soffits.  Connectaply is also popular as an internal feature wall or ceiling lining. 

Tongue and grooved on all sides, each piece of Connectaply measures 2400mm (L) x 280mm (W) x 12mm (T), with each piece locking into the next whilst concealing the screw fixings.  Connectaply offers a variety of installation patterns (brickwork, grid, horizontal, vertical, diagonal) and can be easily installed by a single tradesperson.

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For most designers, natural veneer finishes will often be the first choice. However it is the wear resistance properties of Vividply that makes it possible to create something that is both decorative and durable.

Made with a high pressure laminate (HPL) pressed onto Araucaria (hoop pine) plywood, Vividply is available in a range colours and wood grains including Austral’s Natural Hoop that blends seamlessly with natural Araucaria veneer.

Vividply is the perfect choice for internal applications such as furniture making, shop fitting, cabinet making and joinery.

Endurapanel® is a unique plywood panelling system that can be used to enhance any living space. Endurapanel® achieves the appearance of a traditional slat wall or ceiling but with easier installation and a 7 year coating warranty. Applications include balcony ceilings, alfresco ceilings, internal feature walls & ceilings, restaurant ceilings.

Manufactured with the highest quality Hoop Pine exterior plywood, Endurapanel® is finished with a unique coating system that protects against fungi and rot. Backed by a 7 year warranty, Endurapanel® will continue to look good for many years to come.

Measuring only 2400mm x 200mm per piece (18mm thick), Endurapanel® is easily handled by a single person. Endurapanel® is sold by the box, with each box containing 4 pieces (enough to cover 1.92m2). Acoustic Endurapanel is also available for areas where noise and echo absorption is important.

For a more affordable alternative for interior use only, we recommend Slatpanel.

Austral FireHoop is a Group 1 fire rated decorative panel with a premium timber look, designed for internal walls and ceilings. FireHoop is suitable for aged care, hospitals, schools, auditoriums and general commercial.

• High quality decorative panel with Group 1 fire rating in accordance with AS5637.1
• Ready to install and prefinished in Natural Hoop, Blackbutt and Spotted Gum colours (matching our existing Ariaply and iHoop product range).
• Suitable for internal areas including public corridors, fire-isolated exits, lift car interiors and lobbies
• Concealed fixing system for easy installation
• Bacteria resistant and easy to clean

Acoustic options (compliant with AS5637.1)

Austral FR Panel is an interior wall and ceiling panel that meets BCA Fire Hazard regulations with a natural timber finish. Austral FR Panel is:

• Group 2 compliant (BCA Specification C1.10a)
• Natural Hoop Pine veneer face
• Fire retardant MDF core
• E0/E1 formaldehyde rating
• Chain of Custody certified (AS 4707:2014)

For a Group 1 solution (including perforations), we recommend Austral FireHoop. To our knowledge, there is no plywood product on the market that meets Group 1 under AS 5637.1.

Please note: The Group certificate supplied on this page for the Austral FR Panel relates to the solid Austral FR Panel only. If Austral FR Panel is slotted or perforated it will affect the fire retardancy of the panel and will not be covered by the Briggs Veneers Group 2 certificate for Hoop Pine on Flameblock FRMDF. (Where a fire certificate is required for slotted or perforated Austral FR Panel, the specifier will be responsible for conducting testing to Australian Standards, at their expense).

Austral CrocPly is designed for the most demanding floor applications. CrocPly is made using Araucaria (hoop pine) plywood overlaid with a hard wearing, waterproof and slip resistant film. CrocPly features a multiply marine plywood core and is certified to the Australian Marine standard AS/NZS 2272.

Austral CrocPly is an Australian made, wire mesh film-faced plywood, similar to imported products such as Hexa Plywood.

CrocPly Applications

ShadowFIX is a concealed fixing system for plywood panels utilising a patented plastic tongue design, countersunk screws and Tec7 X-Tack adhesive. ShadowFIX is easy to install, has no face fixings and creates a perfect 10mm shadow line.

ShadowFIX is the best solution for installing our Ariaply and iHoop pre-finished panels in an attractive and efficient way. Austral Plywoods can provide the complete solution, including not only the ShadowFIX plastic tongue, but also black screws, router bits, toggles and X-Tack adhesive. And with no face fixings required, the panel will not be penetrated, keeping the protective coating intact.

ShadowFIX is only available for 12.5mm Ariaply and iHoop panels. ShadowFIX plastic tongue is supplied in 2440mm lengths, pre-drilled and countersunk at 600mm spacings.

Please check with our friendly staff for current availability of sizes and finishes