Austral Hoop Pine Plywood
Distributors of Austral Plywood, a leading Australian manufacturer.
Their resources are 100% plantation grown Hoop Pine, carrying a Chain of Custody certification, linked to the Australian Forestry Standard (AFS) with independent certification.
Hoop pine is a native Australian specie in which its colour is generally light coloured and blonde with a fine texture. Being a designated marine specie, it is suited for the harsh Australian environment when used in the proper application.
This plywood is classified as Group 3 as per the attached report.
A/C Grade Hoop Pine
AC plywood has a high-grade face and a lesser grade back giving a consistent and uniform surface exhibiting a warm appearance fit for clear water-based finishing. Exterior Hoop Pine is a designated marine timber species suitable for semi exposed applications, where a high-quality aesthetic finish is required. Interior Hoop Pine plywood is suitable for interior applications, where not exposed to wet or damp conditions.
We commonly hold AC Exterior 2400 x 1200 x 3mm up to 19mm & AC Interior 2400 x 1200 x 3mm, 4mm, 9mm & 12.5mm.
See Exterior Specification sheet for more information.
See Interior Specification sheet for more information.
B/B Grade Hoop Pine
BB plywood with face & back veneers exhibiting a more natural appearance including characteristics such as colour variation, filled splits and swirling grain. Suitable for various applications being a durable marine timber species with structural rating. However not generally recommended for high-end clear staining, it’s better suited for a liming white coating or equivalent for appearance.
We commonly hold BB Exterior 2400 x 1200 x 4mm up to 32mm.
See Exterior Specification sheet for more information.
Gallery
Austral AC Exterior Hoop Pine (Face) 
Austral BB Hoop Pine (Face) 
Interior C-Bond Hoop (Top) & Exterior A-Bond Hoop (Bottom) 
Clear Coated A/C Hoop Pine 
Clear Coated & Slotted A/C & B/B Hoop Pine
Further Inspiration (plywood not necessary supplied by PPS)
Borgelt & Craig Architects: Tardis & Home Studio
Diverse Builders: Cobram
Industry Information – Austral Premium Plywood
| Austral Hoop Pine Plywood | |
|---|---|
| The Suitability of Plywood and Ply Composite Products in Different Applications | Austral Plywood |
| Araucaria Hoop Pine Fact Sheet | HQ Plantations PDF |
| Araucaria Hoop Pine Overview | HQ Plantations PDF |
| Emissions Certificate | Austral Plywood |
| 25 Year Gluebond Warranty | Austral Plywood |
| Structural Plywood - Design Guide | Engineered Wood Products Association of Australasia |
| Fire Resistance | Engineered Wood Products Association of Australasia |
| Safety Data Sheet | Austral Plywood SDS |
Finishing’s
When staining or coating Hoop Pine plywood, please ensure that compatible products are used. Water based finishes are recommended for application on Hoop Pine plywood. Austral Plywood has tested and approved stains from Livos Australia as suitable for use with Hoop Pine plywood. Ensuring against other oil based coatings penetrating the face veneers and strongly highlighting the natural figure within the timber, causing it to darken considerably.
* The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.