Acrylic Solid Surface by MEGANITE
Words Brett Winchester Photography Dave Kulesza
Aligning with the ForestOne philosophy of supplying sus- tainable solutions for decorative use, MEGANITE® delivers a responsible and affordable alternative to re-engineered stone. By producing acrylic solid surfaces that replicate the look and feel of real stone, MEGANITE® supplies an ethical choice for commercial and residential projects where the dangerous side effects associated with the use of engineered stone may otherwise occur. When deciding upon solid surface materials, consid- erations of durability, ease of use, design aesthetic and environmental concerns come into play. Providing a safe and ethical alternative to engineered stone, ForestOne’s exclusive range of acrylic solid surfaces by MEGANITE® offer designers choice from a wide range of décors that are a responsible and affordable alternative to stone. The inhalation of potent silica dust released during working with some stone materials can contribute to potential health issues for the fabricator. One concern in particular is the effect of prolonged exposure to silica dust; serious health issues can develop from the cutting and working of dry stone. As well as the health issues that are cause for concern, the affordability and flexibility in the application of stone presents another issue. Prompted to address the risk factors associated with the working of stone, ForestOne recommends MEGANITE® acrylic solid surface as a suitably safer and less expensive alternative
for interior spaces. Formulated from natural minerals and pure acrylic, surfaces by MEGANITE® are 100 per cent silica-free and mouldable, ensuring they are safe and can accommodate many tastes and styles. Introduced to the architecture and design industry in the 1960s, acrylic solid surfaces echo the look of nat- ural stone and are manufactured to fit a variety of aes- thetics. Made from a cured mixture of acrylic, resin, filler, colour pigments and acrylic chips, MEGANITE®’s non- porous acrylic solid surfaces mean that liquids, stains and bacteria cannot breach the surface – unlike natural or engineered stone, where breaks or fissures can arise. With the ability to be thermoformed for any desired design effect, the solid surfaces are also a lightweight alternative to heavy stone. Delivering a performance-driven material with seamless connections between joints and design flexibility, MEGANITE® acrylic solid surface is also certified by Greenguard and National Sanitation Foundation with an NSF-51 health and safety standard. MEGANITE®’s high-performing acrylic solid surface offers stonemasons a reprieve from the dangers of cutting into dry natural or engineered stone. With the ability to be used on benchtops, splashbacks, windowsills, sinks, shower bases and much more, ForestOne chooses to supply MEGANITE®’s exclusive range of solid surfaces to deliver an ethical and sustainable alternative to stone.
Group 1 Fire-Rated Materials by ForestOne
Words Brett Winchester Photography Dave Kulesza and Emma Cross
Providing Group 1 Fire-Rated options from EGGER, MEGANITE® and DESIGNER SOLUTIONS™, ForestOne helps architects, designers and builders meet strict BCA regulations without compromising on design integrity. Pre-finished for ease of installation and with a Certificate of Conformity or applicable Group 1 certificate supplied, the ForestOne premium range ensures both design flex- ibility and safety are prioritised in any setting where a Group 1 Fire Rating is required. EGGER Eurodekor® Flammex is a maintenance-free and durable Group 1 fire-rated product for walls, ceilings and joinery. Cost effective, antimicrobial and with low smoke emissivity, Eurodekor® Flammex is also produced with sustainability as a priority, responding to the growing need for responsibly manufactured materials. The Flam- mex product range is available in Eurodekor® Melamine Faced Chipboard in a number of on-trend colours combin- ing design freedom with safety compliance. Alongside Eurodekor® Flammex, ForestOne supplies FR+, a premium factory-applied intumescent treatment for natural timber substrates that achieves a Group 1 fire rating. Specifically designed for wall and ceiling linings, FR+ is treated by a trained and accredited applicator under National Construction Code (NCC) guidelines. Further increasing the opportunities for creativity and flair, ForestOne’s FR+ can be applied to several timber substrates including DESIGNER PLY®, DESIGNER OSB™,
particleboard and MDF. Additionally, the FR+ system works in unison with perforated DESIGNER PLY® panels, adhering to strict NCC guidelines as the coating is admin- istered on both sides of the panel and inside the perfora- tions. FR+ is one of the few perforated products available in the Australian market that achieves a Group 1 fire rating. As an additional fire-rated solution, MEGANITE®’s range of acrylic surfaces offers yet another option that is both functional and fashionable in applications where Group 1 products are required. Overcoming the difficulties associated with finding a Group 1 Fire-Rated material for wall linings and joinery, with a vast range of décors that allow designers to create uninhibited by the limitations of fire-rating requirements, MEGANITE® acrylic surfaces are a proven decorative choice. Offering 49 colour options, MEGANITE® is a sleek, luxurious finish ideal for commer- cial lobbies and hotels. Additionally, MEGANITE® can be combined with EGGER Eurodekor® Flammex for interior surfaces of superior durability and versatility. Through premium products from EGGER, MEGANITE® and DESIGNER SOLUTIONS™, architects, designers and builders are assured of easily meeting fire-rating stan- dards. With this wide range of Group 1 Fire-Rated solu- tions, ForestOne commits to ensuring compliance with strict regulations need not place undue limitations on design freedom.
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