Mouldings Information
As New Zealand's character homes evolved and changed over the years, so too did the profiles of timber mouldings used in the finishing process. As a result we are often asked to replicate small or large quantities of an existing profile that we do not stock. When a similar stock profile will not suffice, we are able to produce a replica of the original as a made to order product.
Non Stock Profiles
For non stock profiles, we will Initially try and source the product from an alternative supplier, this can sometimes be the quickest and most cost effective solution for the customer.
Non Stock Profiles will generally require new tooling. Made to order tooling will vary in price depending on size and complexity of profile, with costs upwards of $200.00 + GST.
Made to order tooling will add approximately 10 days to any production lead time.
Due to the set up costs of running non-stock profiles, the larger the quantity required, the more cost effective the run will be.
Timber: In most cases, a special profile will be made from one piece of timber. Sometimes complex shaped mouldings require more than one piece of timber to make the profile. This will add cost due to extra material and time taken.
Lead Time: Generally 2-3 Weeks (untreated)
Machine Set up Time: For all made to order Moulding runs, there will be a minimum machine set up charge of $80.00 or $140.00 + GST depending upon the profile concerned.
Standard Profiles, Non Stock Timber.
We are able to supply standard profiles in various different commercially available timbers, such as Pacific Rimu, Island Kauri & Clear Radiata Pine.
Lead Time: 2 Weeks (untreated). Supply issues and Sourcing of Some Exotic or Imported Timbers will sometimes affect lead times.
Machine Set up Time: For all made to order Moulding runs, there will be a minimum machine set up charge of $80.00 or $140.00 + GST depending upon the profile concerned.
Standard Profiles, Different Dimensions
In some instances it may be possible to Re-Machine a stock profile moulding down to a smaller size or shape.
Lead Time: 1-2 Weeks (untreated).This may vary depending on the quantity ordered
Machine Set up Time: For all made to order Moulding runs, there will be a minimum machine set up charge of $80.00 or $140.00 + GST depending upon the profile concerned.
Preservative Treatment
Mouldings that require preservative treatment (i.e for exterior use) will be treated to H3.1, unless the building code requires a greater level of treatment. Timber treated to level H3.1 is L.O.S.P treated. This process requires a lead time of around a week. All end and penetrating cuts made to L.O.S.P treated products should be re-treated manually with a post treatment preservative product, such as Metalex, prior to priming and installation. H3.2 timber, in most cases is treated prior to processing.
Finger Jointed Timber
For the majority of our products that are narrower than 140mm finished size, we use finger jointed Radiata Pine for our paint quality products. Finger-jointing timber enables greater recovery of raw timber product at the source by defecting out sub-standard grade material prior to the jointing process.
The result is a more dimensionally stable product with set lengths to minimise wastage at end use. For example, our Architrave lengths are 5.4 & 5.6m long, which will yield two sides and a top of a single door with minimal waste. This is more cost effective for you the Customer.
Radiata Pine "Clears" mouldings are available upon request as made to order product. See Standard profiles,Non Stock Timber, earlier this page.
Product Updates
We are continually increasing our standard range of profiles. If what you are looking for is not shown in this issue of our product guide, please call us for more information.