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    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
    Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
    Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
    Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
    Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
    Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
    Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
    Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
    Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
    Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.
    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    New — Ridge Collection

    Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.

    Explore the Ridge Collection
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    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
    Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
    Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
    Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
    Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
    Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
    Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
    Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
    Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
    Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.
    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
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    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
    Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
    Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
    Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
    Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
    Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
    Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
    Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
    Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
    Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.
    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    Latest Showcase — Inside Outside House

    A narrow St Albans site becomes a considered family home, where Forté cladding, flooring and decking carry a concrete-and-timber palette from street to back fence — inside and out.

    Explore the project
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    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
    Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
    Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
    Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
    Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
    Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
    Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
    Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
    Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
    Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.
    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    3D Textures

    Our 3D texture library gives you everything needed to specify Forté timber products with precision — accurate grain, colour, finish and scale for seamless use in your design renders.

    View 3D Textures
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    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    Our prefinished wood flooring combines carefully curated, authentic timber finishes with advanced engineered construction, created for New Zealand lifestyles. Each floor showcases the natural beauty of real timber while delivering the strength, stability and reliability required for modern homes.

    Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
    Evoking the spirit of a craftsman’s studio. Rustic textures and a uniquely aged finish shape interiors with enduring charm and an authentic, lived-in appearance.
    Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.
    Inspired by the beauty of the desert and the power of calm. Creating a seamless and expansive finish for everyday sanctuary.
    Inspired by iconic lofts and robust commercial spaces. Crafted to meet the demands of high-traffic areas with its durable and low maintenance finish.
    Combining the grace of nature and the precision of modern innovation. Embracing the natural elegance of timber to create a durable foundation for living.
    Inspired by the raw ridges of earth and natural expression. Bold band-sawn texture and rustic oak grain create surfaces with depth and handcrafted appeal.
    Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.

    Designed to bring architectural refinement to interior spaces, our premium timber wall and ceiling panelling combines the natural beauty of real wood with precision engineering. The result is a seamless, high-performance finish that elevates interior walls and ceilings with a distinctly crafted, architectural presence.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.
    Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
    Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.

    Designed for precision and aesthetic clarity, our premium timber veneer panels are crafted to deliver consistent colour, grain and finish across every surface. Each veneer colour uses a carefully selected timber species to ensure dependable, true-to-sample results, allowing cabinetry panels to pair seamlessly with adjacent wood flooring, wood panelling and interior finishes for a cohesive, well-resolved design.

    Prefinished European Oak, in plank and panel, for walls, ceilings and cabinetry. Each surface matches in tone, grain and finish — creating a seamless aesthetic from the ceiling above to the joinery below.

    Crafted from a durable resin-mineral core, Millboard exterior decking delivers exceptional performance without compromise. Engineered to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this premium composite decking will not deteriorate over time, making it ideal for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor environments.

    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.
    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.

    Engineered from the same robust resin-mineral core as Millboard Decking, Envello cladding delivers long-term performance in New Zealand’s demanding environments. Designed to resist warping, rotting and algae growth, this low-maintenance exterior cladding will not degrade over time.

    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    The beauty of timber without the compromise. Authentic texture, enduring colour and weather-resistant strength to withstand even the most demanding climates.
    Made with Integrity

    At Forté we're always expanding our definition of what timber can be, pushing how it can exceed expectations from both a performance standard as well as how it can connect spaces to their environment.

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    Our newly revitalised space is a testament to our ongoing commitment to exceptional service and considered design. Experience timber - refined, enduring and thoughtfully brought to life.

    Explore timber in its true element
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    Millboard Exterior Decking System

    Millboard holds its shape, colour and finish through every season. Resistant to impact, rot and algae, it is engineered to withstand the elements without compromise. The result is enduring performance with minimal upkeep.

    Engineered from the same robust mineral core as Envello Cladding, Millboard Decking resists warping, rotting and algae, ensuring it won't degrade over time. Extensive UV and weathering tests confirm its suitability for New Zealand's environment, while its low-maintenance Lastane® surface offers enduring performance with minimal effort.

    Why Use Millboard Decking
    Scope & Limitations of Use

    Millboard Decking is engineered for performance across New Zealand's demanding conditions, suitable for use in all exposure zones as defined in NZS 3604:2011. Designed for external decking on residential and commercial projects, the system suits both timber framing and the Outdure QwickBuild aluminium subframe system, making it as suitable for ground-level decks as it is for rooftop terraces and balconies. Installation must follow the conditions set out in NZS 3604:2011 to ensure long-term structural performance and compliance.

    Key specification points:

    • Suitable in all exposure zones as defined in NZS 3604:2011 (contact Forté for microclimatic conditions)

    • Compatible with timber framing or the Outdure QwickBuild aluminium subframe system

    • Timber framing must have a minimum design load of 2kPa or be subject to specific engineering design

    • Joist spacing at a maximum of 400mm centres (residential) or 300mm centres (commercial)

    • Stainless steel Durafix® fixings required throughout (4.5 x 60mm for timber subframe, 4.5 x 45mm for aluminium subframe)

    • Single board spans up to 3600mm

    Full scope, limitations and technical detailing are set out in the Millboard Exterior Decking System Design Guide.

    Download the Millboard Decking Design Guide

    Additional Applications

    Millboard Decking offers exceptional strength and versatility, adapting effortlessly to a variety of architectural styles and complex detailing, enabling a seamless, durable and visually striking finish across a range of applications.

    Pool Edges and Spas

    Millboard can be installed flush to the pool edge and continued down the vertical face, offering a clean, modern look ideal for residential applications. The same approach frames spas and hot tubs, with the structure planned to carry their added weight from the outset — supporting both deck-mounted and recessed installations to suit the project.

    Stairs & Planters

    Bullnose boards provide a refined, radiused tread edge, while Reveal boards complete the riser detail for a seamless vertical finish. Accurate calculation of tread and riser dimensions ensures a safe, durable and visually considered stair installation.

    Decking and reveal boards can also frame raised planter boxes, drawing on the same resin mineral composite core that resists rot and moisture absorption elsewhere in the system.

    Curves

    Using the Flexible Square Edge profile, Millboard can be formed to a 1.2m radius, allowing curves and circles to define spaces, levels and texture — giving projects the freedom to move beyond straight lines without compromising on finish.

    Decking to Interior Flooring Detailing

    Carry the same oak character and single material language from your interior floor straight through to your exterior deck, creating a seamless flow between spaces.

    Decking to Cladding Detailing

    Create a seamless transition that flows between horizontal and vertical planes, with complementary tones and profiles. With decking and cladding available in coordinated finishes, Millboard makes it easy to carry a consistent material palette throughout a project. Alternatively, contrasting tones can be used to highlight form and elevate detailing.

    Ramps

    With a refined timber grain and dependable slip resistance, Millboard Enhanced Grain is well suited to ramp design where accessibility and aesthetics both matter, allowing for a seamless continuation of decking across sloped and level surfaces.

    Millboard Decking Collections

    Enhanced Grain
    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.
    Weathered Oak
    Built to endure the elements. Low maintenance with the look of real wood, designed to ensure you have more time for outdoor living.
    System Components
    Touch-Up Paint
    Bullnose Board
    Plank 126W

    Millboard Decking Specifications

    Available in Enhanced Grain and Weathered Oak profiles, Millboard's resin mineral construction delivers consistent Prime grade quality across every board. Finished with a durable Lastane® surface and engineered from a polymer resin core, each profile is built for reliable, long-lasting performance.

    Specifications

    Enhanced Grain 126 W

    Enhanced Grain

    Weathered Oak

    Grade

    Prime

    Prime

    Rustic

    Construction

    Resin Mineral Board

    Resin Mineral Board

    Resin Mineral Board

    Core

    Polymer Resin Core

    Polymer Resin Core

    Polymer Resin Core

    Thickness

    32mm

    32mm

    32mm

    Width

    126mm

    176mm

    200mm

    Length

    3600mm

    3600mm

    3600mm

    Surface Finish

    Lastane® Surface

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    Specifying Millboard Decking

    The Millboard Exterior Decking System Design Guide is the reference point for specifying and detailing Millboard with confidence. It covers the full system — from timber and aluminium subframe requirements through to fixing methods, board setout, pool and spa detailing, ramps, stairs and curved features — giving specifiers the technical grounding needed to design a compliant, long-lasting deck from the ground up.

    Detailed technical drawings accompany each junction and condition, providing the dimensional accuracy and construction detail required to translate the guide directly into working drawings.

    Compliance is demonstrated under the Millboard Product Assurance Supplier Statement (PASS #19239), addressing NZBC clauses for structure, durability, access routes and hazardous building materials. Every detail in the guide — from subframe setout to pool edges, ramps and stairs — is drawn from tested, documented practice, ensuring the system performs as intended across the full range of design conditions it's built for.

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    Compliance & Testing

    NZ Building Code Clause

    Compliance Pathway

    Demonstrated by

    B1 STRUCTURE B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.3 (a, b, c, e, f, j, m, q)

    Alternative Solution

    Tested to ASTM D7032-17 for creep-recovery, fastener holding, bending stiffness and bending strength [element, 17/10/22]

    B2 DURABILITY B2.3.1(b)

    Alternative Solution

    Tested to ASTM D7032-17 for elevated temperature, moisture and freeze-thaw; tested for UV/accelerated ageing [element, 17/10/22; Q-Lab, 11/11/22]

    D1 ACCESS ROUTES D1.3.3(d)

    Alternative Solution

    Tested to BS 7976-2:2002, cited in AS/NZS 4586:2004. Classified as low slip potential [SATRA Technology Centre]

    F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS F3.2.1

    Alternative Solution

    Manufactured material is inert; use in accordance with supplier's safety information

    Technical Guides & Resources

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    Design Guides
    Millboard Decking Design Guide
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    Specsheets & Datasheets
    Millboard Enhanced Grain Specsheet
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    Specsheets & Datasheets
    Millboard Weathered Oak Specsheet
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    Care & Maintenance Guides
    Millboard Decking Care & Maintenance Guide
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    Installation Guides
    Millboard Decking Installation Guide
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    Compliance & Test Results
    Millboard Decking Slip Test - Enhanced Grain
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    Compliance & Test Results
    Millboard Decking Slip Test - Weathered Oak
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    A Sustainable Choice

    Millboard is a low-carbon material that has been rigorously tested to ensure our production has minimal impact on the environment. While most composite decking boards are thermoplastic (melted plastic mixed with wood), the structural core of Millboard is a blend of natural minerals bonded in a polymer resin — such composite materials are designed to provide mechanical strength, chemical resistance and durability.

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    Enhanced Grain Antique Oak
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    Every detail, one point of contact. Speak to a Forté specification consultant and get the technical support, documentation, and product knowledge you need to specify Millboard Decking with confidence.