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Thinline

GoldenEdge GoldenEdge Thinline is specifically manufactured for interior use. Comprising especially engineered wood fibre bonded with synthetic resin adhesive under heat and pressure, GoldenEdge Thinline represents the most sophisticated and consistent thin interior board available, exceeding minimum specifications for all current relevant Building Standards. Available in 3, 4, 4.75 and 6mm thicknesses. GoldenEdge Thinline is ideally sized for normal building modules and numerous joinery and furniture applications.

GoldenEdge Thinline is not suitable for high humidity areas such as bathrooms, zones immediately adjoining kitchen benches and stoves, saunas and spas, or any external situation. Areas subject to extreme heat such as those immediately adjacent to solid fuel heaters and free-standing fireplaces are also unsuitable.

Furniture and Joinery Applications
(all thicknesses)
GoldenEdge Thinline is ideal for thin panelling; it has excellent bending qualities which also makes it ideal for curved and laminated panels. Compatible with all types of interior panel products, GoldenEdge Thinline is best when used with other GoldenEdge MDF Panel products. Difficult shapes may be manufactured without steaming by laminating GoldenEdge Thinline. Refer to table for minimum bending radii specifications.

All types of woodworking glues are compatible with GoldenEdge Thinline including waterborne glues like PVA, if used to manufacturers’ recommendations. Best results for gluing are achieved by sanding the board surface before application.

Minimum Bending Radii

Thickness (mm)	Minimum Bending Radii (mm)
3.0	150
4.0	200
4.75	240
6.0	300

Overlay for Floors/Underlay for Floor Coverings
Wooden Floors (6mm recommended)

GoldenEdge Thinline is suitable for overlaying timber, particle board, plywood, MDF, fibre-cement sheet and concrete floors to provide a flat, uniform, indent-resistant base for resilient sheet and tile floor coverings including semi-rigid PVC, cork, rubber, linoleum, cushioned vinyl and textile floor coverings.

GoldenEdge Thinline must only be installed over floors which are adequately ventilated and where there are no indications of dampness. The cause of moisture must be corrected and the floor allowed to dry.

Subfloor ventilators must provide a clear, cross flow of air beneath the floor so that any excessive moisture vapour is removed from the subfloor area. Excess moisture and dampness can lead to the distortion and possible decay of flooring members and excessive movement of the GoldenEdge Thinline.

Adequate ventilation is particularly important where impervious floor coverings are used, as they restrict the escape of moisture through the floor.

In some circumstances, a moisture impervious membrane, such as polyethylene film or bitumen impregnated felt, may be used to cover the ground beneath the floor to retard moisture rise.

For further information on subfloor ventilation contact your distributor.

Under normal climatic conditions, GoldenEdge Thinline may be used direct from the pack, however, best results will be achieved when the product is loose laid on the floor 24 hours before fixing. This will allow the material to equilibrate its moisture content with the site conditions.

The practice of loose laying the board for 24 hours is strongly recommended where there is any doubt on the adequacy of the subfloor ventilation.

GoldenEdge Thinline Underlay is not suitable for the application of water proofing membranes such as those used in showers and bathrooms.

Note:
Prevailing climatic or installed environmental conditions can influence moisture content changes in wooden floors and underlays. The resulting dimensional movement may become noticeable where the floor covering bridges the GoldenEdge Thinline joins. In some cases, the joins may be highlighted by the effects of glancing light on the floor surface.

Wooden Floors Overlay

Installation
Replace any loose or broken boards. Floor nails must be punched below the floorboard surface. GoldenEdge Thinline is sufficiently rigid to bridge minor irregularities in the floor surface. The best results are obtained when the floor is machine sanded to a flat plane. Lay sheets in a brick bond pattern. Allow 0.5mm clearance between panels and 5mm clearance at perimeter walls.

Fixing Table for Overlaying Wooden Flooring

Adhesives
Refer to relevant manufacturers for adhesive which is suitable for bonding Thinline to substrate.

Finishing
Check that all fasteners are correctly driven and not protruding above the board surface. Carefully sand joins to a flat plane and sand fixing points using a flat based machine sander or sandpaper block. Do not use disk type sander. Sweep or vacuum to ensure all dust is removed.

Lining Exposed Beam Ceilings (6mm minimum)
To retain the integrity of GoldenEdge Thinline both surfaces and all edges must be pre-primed before fixing. Fixing between the rafters after the roof covering is laid, is the preferred procedure. Exposure to wet weather must be avoided. Therefore if GoldenEdge Thinline must be laid on top of rafters the exposed interior ceiling should be laid progressively with the exterior covering.

Finishing
Veneers and Plastic Sheeting Surfacing:
Satisfactory adhesion by cold cured adhesives rely on keying of the surface of GoldenEdge Thinline by light sanding. It is essential that a balancing of surfacing be provided on both surfaces to avoid board distortion.
Veneering of GoldenEdge Thinline on one surface alters the balance of the material to absorb moisture, therefore the risk of board distortion is high. This practice is not advisable.

Product Warranty and Performance: Fixing, Finishing and Storage
Click here for information on product warranty and performance, including fixing, finishing and storage of GoldenEdge Thinline MDF Panels.

Renewable Resource: GoldenEdge Thinline is produced from high quality plantation grown Radiata pine fibre - a renewable resource which helps to preserve our natural environment.