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With changes to fire regulations, products such as plywood are no longer suitable for soffit lining in shopping centres and schools. True to its name, Versipanel is proving to be an attractive, versatile and non-combustible solution. Opening a world of opportunities for architects and designers, Versipanel is perfect for soffit, wall and ceiling cladding. What…

A business will be able to grow over the long run if it is less dependent on natural resources and can cope with higher costs due to climate change. We outline how Australian businesses are becoming more sustainable. What are the benefits of becoming a more sustainable business? A modern business environment must respect economics,…

Natural Timber Veneers are available from Gen-Eco on a range of substrates including Balsa Ecolite for ceiling beams and vertical fins, MDF, Particleboard and Plywood. Why do architects enjoy designing and working with natural timber veneer? Wood veneer is loved for its versatility in joinery and designs. It enables uses of a species that might…

From exposed Ecolite Beams to contemporary decorative plywood ceiling panels, Gen-Eco offers a wide range of stunning ceilings that are light in weight and gentle on budgets. Stunning ceilings from Gen-Eco – the smart choice The style of ceiling has a major impact on the design of a residential or commercial space. Exposed beams are…

Property prices are rising but, up and down the building supply chain, there are major delays and soaring costs due to the global timber shortage. Brisbane company Gen-Eco Environmental Wood Products is taking the pressure off the building industry by offering a wide selection of sustainable solutions that are perfect for all types of construction…

Non-combustible solutions are a hot topic Non-combustible, fire-resistant solutions help inhibit fire spread, maintain structural integrity and limit the spread of fire and smoke, providing safe buildings for occupants and added peace of mind for project specifiers. Gen-Eco Environmental Wood Products can provide numerous non-combustible solutions. What does non-combustible mean? According to the Building Code of…

Large format UV digital printing: How Gen-Eco is creating visual impact on a grand scale Gen-Eco Environmental Wood Products, in conjunction with Rawinkk, are setting new standards in providing more options for high-quality innovative products. Aesthetically pleasing, cost-effective and durable, large-format UV cured digital printing offers endless printing possibilities. What is large format UV digital printing? A…

Beautiful Balsa: benefits and applications The use of Balsa timber in the ceilings of restaurants, cafes and kitchens has been a popular trend for several years. Balsa is unique from other woods. Its properties make it ideal as a core for sandwich construction. It has extremely high strength and stiffness to weight ratios and achieves an…

Today in 2020, Plywood is a common and popular building material which is used in endless applications. It is one of the oldest building materials known to man.   Made by gluing together thin sheets of wood veneer with grains running in opposing directions, modern plywood is a strong material that has been in use…

This sustainable and environmentally friendly product has so many usages. Whether it is creating a custom sculpture for a commercial space or using it to build a unique ceiling fixture for your business, you’ll fall in love with the finished result. Rosewood Library near Ipswich in Queensland, has a stunning Tree Sculpture on display. This…