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PlyPlay™
Description

PlyPlay™ is a prefinished, UV-coated plywood made from sustainably grown plantation pine. Panels with a finish quality and durability that can be achieved only in a controlled factory environment. 

  • Panel: 2400mm x 1200mm
  • Thickness: 12mm
  • Face grade: BD
Key Features
  • Speed on site — Prefinished for faster installation: Based on plywood sheets, PlyPlay’s factory-coated, modular panels simplify the construction process. Fewer trades needed on site, means a compressed time frame when lining an interior.
  • Scratch resistant — UV-coated for greater durability: PlyPlay features a durable surface coating, which uses ultraviolet light to cure the paint — a photochemical process that binds the pigments. UV-cured paints are tougher than conventional coatings, offering improved resistance to impact, scratch and general wear. The PlyPlay surface will last longer than most architectural paint systems, so requires less maintenance over its lifetime.
  • Environmental — VOC-free paint: The factory-based UV-curing technology uses paints that are free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Coatings are instantly dried on the UV line, with no subsequent VOC emissions, resulting in cleaner air than in conventional surface-coating processes.
  • Affordable — timber at a better price point: PlyPlay brings the grain and character of timber to walls and ceilings at a more affordable price than solid timber. Panels are also faster to install — one large room can be completed within a day.
  • Finishes: PlyPlay comes in three different colours. Finished with a smooth satin surface, each colour has a delicate pearl sheen, based on mineral mica, to accentuate the natural warmth of the timber.
Homestar / Green Star (Envirospec) Compliant
Homestar / Green Star
Scope of Use

PlyPlay is ideal for transforming existing spaces, such as garages, sheds and baches, and for use in prefabricated housing, commercial feature walls and ceilings.

Installation:

PlyPlay can be installed using a variety of fastening and fixing methods depending on the finish desired. General fixing techniques include:

  • nailing, screwing and gluing; battens and skirtings to cover joints;
  • proprietary systems such as Stickman and Fastmount;
  • decorative mechanical fasteners; negative detailing;
  • and fixings for non-bracing walls and ceilings.

The panel edges and back are sealed, which promotes stability and also assists installation when using double-sided tape. And when delivered to site, the coated faces are supplied with removable protective film.

Limitations on Use

PlyPlay is a low-formaldehyde plywood designed for wall and ceiling lining, joinery and furniture in residential and commercial applications, excluding high-humidity situations.

Being a natural product, PlyPlay is subject to some variations in moisture content, colour and grain, with the occasional imperfection. To minimise batch-to-batch variation, it is recommended to order all product required in one job order. Natural wood colours change over time and are affected by sunlight exposure. Samples are indicative only.

Statement of Building Code Compliance

When used as part of building work - and installed in accordance with the PlyPlay installation instructions — PlyPlay meets, or contributes to meeting, the following building code clauses:

  • B1 Structure: B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.3 (a, b, j)
  • B2 Durability: B2.3.1 (b)
  • C3 Fire affecting areas beyond the fire source C3.4 (a) (in areas where a Material Group 3 product is required)
  • F1 Hazardous Building Materials F2.3.1
In-Service History

PlyPlay is coated by Bates Surfaces, New Zealand’s largest coating applicator for building panel products, using the most advanced computer-controlled UV line in New Zealand and Australia. 

Other Performance Attributes
  • Coating: single-side (with sealed rear face and edges)
  • Environmental: Using low-formaldehyde plywood and sustainably sourced timbers, and with no VOCs from the coating process, PlyPlay contributes to a building’s sustainability credentials.
  • Scratch resistant — UV-coated for greater durability: PlyPlay features a durable surface coating, which uses ultraviolet light to cure the paint — a photochemical process that binds the pigments. UV-cured paints are tougher than conventional coatings, offering improved resistance to impact, scratch and general wear. The PlyPlay surface will last longer than most architectural paint systems, so requires less maintenance over its lifetime.
  • Maintenance: Bates Surfaces recommend cleaning PlyPlay panels when required with a warm, damp cloth and a mild detergent. Avoid using solvents or abrasive cleaners.
  • PlyPlay comes with a 10 year manufacturer's warranty.
Interior Fire Rating 3
3
Documents
Installation Guide & Brochure
Installation Video: Cutting and Fixing PlyPlay
Installation Video: Setting Out Panel Joints
Additional Information

Bates Surfaces is the UV coatings specialist for interior building products.

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