Austral Exterior has been upgraded to the new Austral AB22, featuring the same AB grade appearance but now with a super strong F22 stress grade rating.

Product Specifications

Typical Applications

Austral AB22 is a versatile panel ideal for a wide range of interior and semi-exposed uses. Its high-quality Hoop Pine face makes it particularly suitable for:

• Wall and ceiling linings
• Interior joinery and cabinetry
• Shopfitting and display panels
• Furniture components
• Decorative paneling where a clean finish is required
• Structural applications requiring superior strength and stiffness

When properly sealed and finished, Austral AB22 can also be used in semi-exposed areas where durability and appearance are both important.

Certifications & Standards

Austral AB22 is engineered to satisfy AS/NZS 2271:2004 for exterior-grade panels and the structural requirements of AS/NZS 2269:2012, making it suitable for semi-exposed conditions while delivering enhanced structural performance.

Austral AB22 is manufactured with an A-grade face and B-grade back (AC is used for 2700mm panels), offering a premium finish and superior stability. Araucaria (Hoop Pine) is chosen for its excellent workability, strength-to-weight ratio and fine grain, making it ideal for both functional and decorative applications.

With an F22 stress grade, Austral AB22 offers significantly higher strength and stiffness than typical appearance-grade plywood. This rating indicates the panel’s capacity to carry structural loads with reduced deflection, providing added confidence in applications where both visual quality and reliable performance are essential. F22 places Austral AB22 in a class well above standard plywood panels, making it a genuine dual-purpose panel.

Bonded with a high-performance A-Bond phenolic adhesive (also known as WBP – Water Boil Proof), Austral AB22 delivers outstanding moisture resistance when correctly sealed, ensuring durability in semi-exposed conditions.

Sustainability & Environmental Impact

RW/PEFC Certified: Our Exterior Plywood is RW/PEFC certified, ensuring responsible sourcing and full traceability throughout the supply chain.

Locally Sourced Logs: All logs used in production are harvested from sustainably managed plantations in Queensland, located within 200km of our Brisbane-based factory. This minimises transport emissions and supports regional forestry communities.

Resources & Downloads

Access our technical documents to support your specification, approval, and installation processes.

Case Studies & Project Highlights

Case Study: Coles Supermarkets – Inviting Fresh Food Ceilings

Across Coles Supermarkets nationwide, our Austral AB22 has been specified as the premium ceiling lining in the fresh food sections. The naturally warm tones of the hoop pine veneer lend a welcoming, wholesome ambience that enhances the presentation of produce and creates a more inviting shopping experience.

Comparisons & Alternatives

If you’re after a flawless, feature-worthy finish, choose Ariaply. Supplied pre-finished to guarantee perfect results every time, it’s backed by a seven-year warranty and available in a range of stunning colour options—saving you the time and expense of on-site finishing.

Lead Times & Availability

Standard sizes are generally on hand for prompt dispatch. If a size is out of stock, we can usually produce and deliver within 1–2 weeks — thanks to our status as an Australian manufacturer using locally sourced timber.

Contact us for up-to-date lead times or specific availability details.

FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions, covering topics such as suitability for specific environments, warranty coverage, and storage best practices.