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Superior primer technology

Sustainable plantation grown timber
Low embodied energy
Organic preservation system (H3)
Easy to work with, it’s timber!

the ultimate outdoor timber solution

Advanced manufacturing Prior to priming, Design Pine is This technology is covered by a limited
processes combine the finest impregnated with an organic preservation 25 year durability guarantee*.
quality plantation grown system (H3) which increases its durability Design Pine is commonly used in pergolas,
timber, an innovative organic for all above ground exterior applications. carports, verandah, fascia and cladding.
preservation system and a The preservative is designed to prevent
genuine BLUE primer to give the onset of rot and decay as well as Don’t be fooled by imitations,
Design Pine the edge. These easy to protect the timber from insect attack. ask for Design Pine by name...
use, ready to paint products are perfect This innovative preservative contains
*see separate guarantee
for your next project, no matter if it’s special waxes and resins which slow the document for details.

a small verandah, cladding a house or uptake of moisture, making Design Pine

creating a dream entertainment area, a more stable product.
Design Pine has a profile for you.

138 Classic weatherboards, handrails, frieze rails and posts

Design Pine is a range of structural and decorative engineered

timber products coated with a genuine primer.
How do I know it’s genuine Selecting a paint colour
Design Pine? Always remember that timber is a natural reflectance value the less heat the substrate

Every piece of Design Pine is branded with an material. The use of a light coloured topcoat will absorb and the longer the expected life of

end tag that specifies a number of important is essential. Dark colours absorb light and the paint finish.

details (as shown below), including the Design heat, which can lead to a number of problems
For technical information including span tables
Pine logo indicating that you are purchasing including distortion, surface cracking or resin
visit www.designpine.com
bleed. Major paint manufacturers can advise
the genuine article.
you on the light reflectance value (LRV) of the
colour you have selected – the higher the light

Posts, beams and battens

An environmental edge • Sustainable plantation grown timber Generally, younger trees absorb more carbon
• Trees release oxygen than older trees therefore a plantation regime
Sustainable plantation grown radiata pine is
• Carbon is stored within wood fibre offers greater benefits to the reduction in
used in the manufacture of Design Pine. Trees
• Organic preservation system (H3) green house gases. The harvested trees have
are a truly renewable resource and have the
• Reduced wood waste through the use stored the carbon in the wood fibre for the life
added benefit of absorbing carbon dioxide
of finger joint technology of the timber product.
(CO2) and releasing oxygen in the growing
• Low embodied energy “Forests act as the ‘lungs of the earth’ removing the
process. Therefore trees naturally reduce
major greenhouse gas (CO2) from the atmosphere
harmful carbon emissions that contribute to By harvesting plantation grown forests and
and locking it up in timber products, while at the
global warming. By using Design Pine it is a replanting, it allows the area of land to absorb same time producing life giving oxygen”
a greater volume of carbon (CO2). W. Lawson 2007
simple and affordable way to build a natural
sustainable home.
Timber Steel Concrete Aluminium
But most importantly, Design Pine helps Fossil fuel used in production (MJ/m3) 750 266,000 4,800 1,100,000
to produce energy efficient carbon neutral
Carbon released (kg/m3) 15 5,320 120 22,000
homes.
Carbon stored (kg/m3) 250 0 0 0
 Cladding a house use. Light weight weatherboards offer speedy
Timber weatherboards create comfortable installation times as they can be handled
homes in summer and warm homes in winter on site easily. (Installation instructions are
reducing the need for artificial heating and available from www.designpine.com)
cooling due to the excellent thermal insulation
The Design Pine family of quality products
offered by timber.
gives the home owner confidence in their
The installation of Design Pine weatherboards cladding selection. The time proven methods
is quick and easy as the genuine primer is of manufacture involved in Design Pine stands
ready to paint. The spacing rebates on each out against other cladding options. Design
board provide accurate installation and the Pine weatherboards give any home a beautiful
long lengths (up to 7.2m) are convenient to natural feel.

Weight comparison for cladding systems

A weight comparison on an 80m2 upper storey cladding. This may in turn reduce support
extension shows Design Pine Cladding structure costs as the volume of bracing and
to be up to 1100kg lighter than alternate size of members may be able to be reduced.

Cladding Coverage Max length (m) Kg/m Kg/m2 Extension cladding

weight Kg (80m2)
185mm Design Pine Classic 165 7.2 1.3 8.0 634
138mm Design Pine Classic 118 7.2 1.0 8.4 666
180mm fibre cement 150 4.2 3.4 23.2 1797
150mm fibre cement 120 4.2 2.8 22.7 1850
Compressed timber sheet 3.66 9.4 745
Steel sheets 0.48 4.9 391

(Extension Details: Floor area: 80m2, floor size 8x10, window area 7.2m2, wall height 2.4m)

Thermal properties
The table below demonstrates the thermal
138 Vee joint eaves lining performance of timber weather boards versus clay
brick, simply the higher the value the better.

Cladding system Heat in (R value) Heat out (R value)

Low Medium High Low Medium High
Timber frames (70mm), 2.6 2..6 2.7 2.6 2.7 2.7
Timber Weatherboard, R2.0 bulk Insulation
Timber frames (90mm), 2.7 2.7 2.8 2.7 2.7 2.8
Timber Weatherboard, R2.0 bulk Insulation
Timber frames (70mm), 2.2 2.3 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.5
Clay Brick (110mm), R2.0 bulk Insulation
Timber frames (90mm), 2.3 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.6
Clay Brick (110mm), R2.0 bulk Insulation

Location Heat IN Heat OUT

Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide Low Medium

Melbourne, Hobart Low Low

Perth Medium Medium

Darwin Medium High

Reference: ‘R-values for timber framed building elements’ – FWPRDC 2002

Design versatility Easy installation
The versatility of Design Pine is endless due When installing Design Pine products, follow
to the extensive range of products. Plans the steps below to create a hassle free project.
can be drawn to create a simple carport or
Step 1
an elaborate pergola. All structural products
Cut & notch as required to fit the desired
are engineered to withstand exposure to sun
application, off cuts and waste are non
and rain in the toughest of situations giving
hazardous for disposal
confidence to the homeowner. Structural
products have long, straight spans, whilst the Step 2
decorative range has the potential to create Apply a preservative sealer to all cuts
elegant shadows to finish a home with style. such as Enseal or equivalent. for step 2
A beautiful smooth finish is the result from the Step 3
for step 3
quality manufacturing processes. This finish Remove any dirt, dust etc, spot
is perfect to apply a quality exterior paint prime cut ends and notches with Design
directly over the revolutionary Blue primer. The Pine primer or quality oil based primer.
pre-applied primer is very robust providing you
Step 4
with good UV resistance to offer exceptional
Fix in place, Design Pine is non-corrosive
durability on site.
to hot dipped galvanised fasteners. Design
Design Pine has the added benefit of all visible Pine should not be in contact with the
natural defects (knots, pith) being removed ground.
reducing the risk of dimensional instability
and resin bleed leaving the home looking Step 5
immaculate for years to come. Apply two coats of quality exterior paint
to finish the structure within 12 weeks of
An organic preservation system (H3) and
installation for optimum results. A light
durable adhesives (Service Class 3) are used
colour is essential.
to ensure the integrity of each board in harsh
Australian conditions. Step 6
Sit back, relax and enjoy
‘One of the best ways to address climate
change is to use more wood, not less.’ Storage
Dr Patrick Moore. Forest management:
Design Pine should be kept as dry as
part of the climate change solution.
possible in a covered, well ventilated area. Post, beams, rafters and frets
California forests. 2006.

Blocking
When using Design Pine as rafters and a
single span exceeds 2500mm it will require
blocking at 1200mm intervals.

Span table software is available at

www.designpine.com
Download your copy today.
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Finger Joint DAR Pencil Round

Finger Joint DAR Square

18mm
42mm → 66mm → 90mm → 116mm → 138mm → 185mm → 230mm → 280mm →
Boards
→

18 x 18 18 x 30mm

25mm
230mm → 280mm →
Finger Joint DAR Pencil Round

42mm →
30mm

42mm
30mm → 66mm → 90mm → 138mm → 185mm → 230mm →
→

42mm → 66mm → 90mm → 138mm → 185mm → 230mm → 280mm →

→
Also available in 30 x 280mm

BEaMs & PosTs

Not to actual size

Posts: Finger joint laminated GL8

Beams: Finger jointed laminated GL8 88 x 88mm 88 x 88mm 112 x 112mm 135 x 135mm 185 x 185mm
140 x 65mm 180 x 65mm 240 x 65mm 280 x 65mm 2 laminate post 3 laminate post AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

Weatherboard Stops
WEaTHEr Boards
138 x 18mm Classic
57 x 30 mm
138x18 Smooth edge Shiplap (401) Coverage: 118mm
non-stocked item
Coverage: 124mm

185 x 18mm Classic 30 x 30 mm

138x18 Sawn edge Shiplap (402)

Coverage: 124mm Coverage: 165mm

LaTTICE sUrroUNds
90 x 42mm
60 x 30mm Lattice Surround 88 x 40mm Lattice Cap
88 x 40mm Lattice
Lattice Surround rebated
Cap non-rebated

Classic
Shiplap

21mm 22mm

HaNdraILs 88x42 Hand Rail

66x42 Hand Rail

BoTToM raILs
66 x 42mm square 66 x 42mm square
66 x 30mm square 18mm balustrade 66 x 30mm square 42mm balustrade
18mm balustrade 42mm balustrade

QUads sCoTIas & MoULdINGs

138 x 11mm Regency Eaves Lining (321) Coverage: 132mm

18mm Tri Quad / Fillet Mould 18mm Quad 30 x 18mm Windmould 30mm Scotia 30 x 30mm Ovolo

138 x 11mm Vee joint lining board (302) Coverage: 132mm

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