for a perfect finish start with GoldenEdge HMR0

GoldenEdge HMR0 is the proven MDF that provides a perfect paint finish. It’s that simple.

Eco friendly GoldenEdge HMR0 (high moisture resistance zero emissions) is rated E0 and comes in 9mm, 12mm, 16mm, 18mm and 25mm thicknesses.

It’s recommended for kitchen units, cabinets, bathroom vanities - everywhere a perfect paint finish is required.

GoldenEdge HMR0 is just one of the many MDF products provided by Nelson Pine Industries using the advanced technology of the Küsters continuous press and offering an unsurpassed range of board densities and thicknesses.

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Master Joiners 4

Paul Ingram reflects on the diversity and differentiation of our industry and how this increases the relevance of a central association.

NKBA report 70

The NKBA give us a heads up on their upcoming awards and provide a peek at the results of their recent survey on kitchen trends for 2020.

Steering a Course 71

Ian Featherstone compares modern business to Darwins theory of natural selection. We either embrace and adapt to the changes occuring around us or watch our business die.

Due Process 72

Geoff Hardy informs us on the options available when you discover a mistake in your contract, there are several but it is an area where it is best to get it right first up.

Digital Factories 16

CNC machinery and digital factory systems have become prevalent in the last decade as manufacturers seek improvements in labour and material use. We look at applications of this in some of the joinery and kitchen shops around the country.

Storage Answers 34

Commercial and residential storage is a market segment where innovations and new options are constantly brought to market to accommodate new ideas, materials, design and needs. We asked leading suppliers what they are offering in 2020.

New Bin Range 46

Hideaway Bins recently completed the development of a new laundry bin range. The Concelo Laundry Hamper runs on the same platform as the Red Dot winning Concelo waste bin and is packed with innovative features which raise the bar on what you would expect from a laundry hamper.

LED development 50

LED is a relatively new and cost effective way to illuminate our world. Go back ten years and it was considered a good idea but not commercially viable. We look at what has changed to make it a go to product in commercial and residential design today.

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News & Info 4 - 14

Education 62

Trade Directory 74

Classifieds 80

Advertiser index 80

Partnering Up 56

Taupo kitchen manufacturer SMJ Ltd’s business model is to manufacture where they can and have time, and to outsource where they can’t, don’t want to, or are too busy. Their recent purchase of a Felder P200 edgebander fits this model perfectly.