Treefrog Brochure 2009

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Treefrog Brochure 2009
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Table of Contents
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Why Spec Treefrog?
Treefrog Installations
Veneer Collections
Page 3
Page 6
Page 16
Technical Info
Contact Us
Page 87
Page 92
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Spec Treefrog because you want the
beauty of real wood and
the ease of a laminate.
Every 4’ x 8’ sheet of Treefrog Veneer showcases the rich,
soothing and timeless beauty of real wood. It’s not printed,
and it’s not plastic. It’s real. Place a sample of Treefrog next
to a laminate that’s not real wood and see the dramatic
difference.
Second, because it’s HPL backed, Treefrog is easy to apply.
Fabricators familiar with laminate application already know
how to apply Treefrog. The HPL back helps ensure proper
adhesion and a successful installation.
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ish is applied. It already is. What you see is what you get; a
consistently beautiful, oftentimes breathtaking 4’ x 8’ sheet
of real wood that applies as easily as a laminate. Please
contact us for samples and for the location of the Treefrog
distributor most convenient to you.
Reliable and consistent
like an accountant,
so you can be wild and creative
like a rock star.
Treefrog’s unique manufacturing process features
composite, or engineered, wood technology to produce
a more consistent veneer sheet. This process uses faster
growing and more commonly occurring species to create
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imperfections in the wood grain, and enables us to
create production runs of consistent 4 x 8 foot veneer
sheets in almost any quantity.
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of beautiful real wood veneers, no matter how large your
design space. All of which lets you be your creative rock
star self.
Treefrog and
the environment.
Environmentally, Treefrog’s innovative process uses wood,
a renewable resource. And not just any wood. Treefrog’s
process uses more commonly occurring and faster growing
tree species, like poplar, to create the look, feel and warmth
of exotic, and sometimes threatened, tree species, without
having to harvest these threatened or old growth species.
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Europe-wide standard for formaldehyde release. Additionally,
water-based dyes that do not include heavy metals are used
in the production process.
In summer 2009, Treefrog began offering a selection of our
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as supply allows, we will continue to expand our FSC
offerings. We are also able to produce custom runs of FSC
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Treefrog Installations
Don’t get envious, get inspired. Create a
beautiful installation using Treefrog and
show us. We’re always on the lookout for
well-photographed projects. We’ll give you,
your firm and your client credit. Imagine.
Everyone will be happy. And relaxed. For
about 10 minutes. Then it’s time to get
rolling on the next project. Send images
to designnews@treefrogveneer.com.
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Treefrog Collections
Index of Veneers
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Treefrog Prefinshed: Burls, Birdseyes & Frisés Collection
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60101 Maple Frisé
60303 Mahogany Burl
60403 Walnut Burl
60507 Anigré Figured
60601 Old Cherry Frisé
60602 Cherry Birdseye
60609 Cherry Beeswing
61003 Coffee Bubinga Burl
61403 Fruitwood Burl
63103 Sangria Bubinga Burl
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Treefrog Prefinshed: Traditional Collection
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60104 Maple Straight Grain
60204 White Oak Straight Grain
60210 Oak Decapé Crown
60304 Mahogany Straight Grain
60404 Walnut Straight Grain
60405 American Walnut Crown
60604 Cherry Straight Grain
60704 Wengé Straight Grain
60705 Wengé Crown
62204 Gray Oak Straight Grain
62304 Black Oak Straight Grain
63204 Red Mahogany Straight Grain
63304 Wengé Gloss
64104 Nantucket Oak
64308 Dark Walnut
64404 Kiawah Oak
64504 Coast Redwood
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Treefrog Prefinshed: Tropic Collection
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60804 Teak Straight Grain
60812 Teak Sabbiata
60904 Zebrawood Straight Grain
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61104 Ebony Straight Grain
61112 Ebony Sabbiata
62005 Macassar B&W Crown
62605 Green Willow Crown
62807 Silver Ash Figured
62904 Palmwood Straight Grain
63404 Salsawood Straight Grain
63504 White Macassar
63604 Lapiswood Straight Grain
63804 Sierra Birch Figured
63904 Asian Cherry Straight Grain
64004 Madagascar Ebony
64204 Ebony Safari
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Treefrog Woven Woods Collection
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69501 European Cherry Intricate
69503 Zebrawood Herringbone
69504 Wengé Herringbone
69506 Black Walnut Square
69509 Makoré Diamond
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Treefrog Unfinished Collection
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68001 Wengé Straight Grain
68002 Gray Oak Straight Grain
68003 Black Oak Straight Grain
68004 Zebrawood Straight Grain
68005 Ebony Straight Grain
68006 White Oak Straight Grain
68007 Mahogany Straight Grain
68008 Cherry Straight Grain
68009 Walnut Straight Grain
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Treefrog FSC Collection
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70000 Wengé FSC
70001 Mahogany FSC
70002 Zebrawood FSC
70003 Ebony FSC
70004 Black Oak FSC
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Treefrog Prefinished
Burls, Birdseyes & Frisés Collection
Original, classic Treefrog. 4’ x 8’ sheets.
Prefinished and HPL-backed for installation ease.
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Treefrog Prefinished
Traditional Collection
Original, classic Treefrog. 4’ x 8’ sheets.
Prefinished and HPL-backed for installation ease.
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# 64308 Dark Walnut
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# 64404 Kiawah Oak
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Treefrog Prefinished
Tropic Collection
Original, classic Treefrog. 4’ x 8’ sheets.
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# 63604 Lapiswood Straight Grain
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Treefrog Woven Woods Collection
Treefrog Woven Woods are 4’ x 8’ sheets of woven
basket weave patterns. Lightly pre-finished with a
flexible mat backer to allow material to form around
gentle curves. Natural and engineered veneers.
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Treefrog Unfinished Collection
Unfinished and paper-backed for more fabrication
options. 4’ x 8’ sheets of our most popular veneers.
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Treefrog FSC Collection
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Treefrog Technical Info
Part 1 / p.88
Product description, application,
storage & handling, and protective mask.
Part 2 / p.89
Adhesives, lamination, cutting and machining,
post forming, cleaning & maintenance.
Part 3 / p.91
Limited warranty and technical services.
Part 4 / p.92
Resistance to staining.
Part 5 / p.93
Test results.
(PART 1) Description, Application, Storage & Handling, Mask
p.88
Product Description
Treefrog Veneer features composite wood technology, an innovative process that creates the look,
feel andwarmth of almost any wood species. This technology allows for the elimination of many of
the naturally occurring imperfections in wood grain, ensuring a consistent and reliable selection
of beautiful wood patterns. The material is only available in 96” x 48” or (2440 x 1220 mm)
sheet size.
Application
Treefrog Veneer is recommended for interior use on vertical and light duty horizontal surfaces.
Slightcolor and pattern variation may occur because Tree Frog veneer is manufactured with real
wood. Exposure to direct or strong UV light (natural or artificial) can result in a change in the
color over time.Either occurrence does not indicate a product defect or failure.
Storage & Handling
Treefrog Veneer should be stored horizontally, face to face, at a moderate ambient temperature,
normally 72 Fƒand relative humidity of approximately 60%. Treefrog Veneer must be completely
protected from sunlight or incandescent light with a dark, non- transparent product. The entire
sheet of the veneer must be covered. This will protect the sheet from any color change do to the
exposure of UV light, natural or artificial. Care should be taken to avoid bending or cracking if the
sheets are to be rolled. Rolling against the grain may cause the veneer to crack, and should be done
with care. It is not recommended that the veneer be stored in rolls
Protective Mask
Treefrog Veneer is supplied with a clear protective mask. We recommend that you leave the mask
on the surface while working the veneer. Color uniformity and quality checks should be carried
out on the sheets before working with the veneer. The protective film is clear enough that you may
inspect the material without removing the mask. When in doubt peel the mask in the area, or up to
the area that is suspect.
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(PART 2) Adhesives, Lamination, Cutting and Machining
p.89
Adhesives
Treefrog Veneer may be laminated with many of the conventional adhesives normally used with
plastic laminates. A good vinyl adhesive is recommended for a stronger bond. A cold or hot press is
recommended when working with the vinyl type adhesives. This type of adhesive may reduce dimensional movements that can be caused by changes in temperature or humidity. Always check with
your adhesive supplier to make sure that the adhesive you select is suitable for your application.
The adhesive manufacturer’sinstructions must be followed as to the use of the adhesive and the
preparation of the substrate. It is recommended that you check your adhesive system with a
Treefrog sample. Solvent based contact cement sand water based contact cements may also be
used for bonding Treefrog Veneer.
Lamination
Proper substrates must be used and careful bonding procedures must be observed. Treefrog
Veneer maybe laminated to most substrates if the proper adhesive is used. Typical substrates
would be plywood, MDFboard, particleboard, sheetrock, and rigid plastics. The more resistant
the substrates are to dimensional change (shrinking and expansion from changes in humidity and
temperature) the better the result. The substrate must be smooth and free of grease, wax, dust, oil,
silicones, and other foreign matter. All raised areas must be sanded or filled so that the surface
is smooth. The substrate must be uniform in thickness. Finish all edges to help prevent moisture
absorption.
Use adequate drying time to ensure that the solvents (or water if you use a water based adhesive)
can evaporate. Also use adequate ventilation as a health aid. Allow Treefrog Veneer sheets and the
substrate to acclimate to the same ambient conditions (temperature and humidity) for a minimum
of 48 hours prior to lamination. The laminated parts should be stored forat least 48 hours before
exposure to extreme temperature and humidity changes. We would also recommend the use of a
balancing sheet. This will certainly help in the prevention of the warping or cupping of the sheet.
Cuttting and Machining
Panel saws, table saws may be used to cut Treefrog Veneer before or after lamination. Routers
for trimming edges after bonding must have a smooth, clean base plate, so that the surface of the
veneer will not be scratched. Use carbide-tipped bits with ball bearing guide rolls. Keep the bits
sharp. Drilling intoTree Frog veneer may be done with standard wood bits or with router bits. Use
a flat, smooth or fine filefor a final edge finishing. You may consider applying a light or dark stain
to the edge to hide the phenolic line.
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(PART 2) Post Forming, Cleaning & Maintenace
p.90
Post Forming
Treefrog Veneer can be postformed utilizing similar equipment and techniques that are used with
theplastic laminate. The post forming temperature is 145 degrees centigrade and 293 degrees
Fahrenheit. It is also important to know that when post forming with the gloss finish it is acceptable to leave the protective mask on the product. When postforming with the wax finish it is important to remove the protectivemask prior to form. If the protective mask is not removed prior to
the postforming the mask will burn and adhere to the veneer.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Treefrog Veneer may be cleaned with a soft cloth using mild soap and water or non-abrasive glass
andwood cleaning products. Do not use abrasive cleaners, pads, or harsh solvents. Do not allow
any solventto come in contact with the surface. Accidental spills, splatters or over sprays should be
wiped off immediately with a soft cloth and mild soap. If done immediately the solvents should not
have an effect on the veneer. Alcohol, ammonia and other light solvents may be used for
tougher stains.
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(PART 3) Limited Warranty and Tech Services
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Limited Warranty
The technical information contained in these sheets and all related documents released by Treefrog are believed to be reliable. Treefrog disclaims the creation of any expressed or implied warranty including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose with respect to
Treefrog products. In all cases, users must determine the suitability of such products for a particular
use and shall assume the risk and liability whatsoever in connection herewith. Since we exercise no
control in handling, storage, application and use of these products or the products of others with
which they are used in combination, no warranty, express or implied, is made as to the results and
effect of their use. The user must establish his or her procedures and verify the finish of any product
to be the one as ordered before use. We recommend testing all procedures before beginning production or installation. Buyer’s exclusive remedy for a loss or claim resulting from the use of Treefrog
products shall be by replacement of product proven to be defective. In no event shall the Seller be
liable for and special, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages.
Technical Services
Additional technical assistance may be obtained through your local Treefrog distributor or
by contactingTreefrog at 1-800-830-5448.
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Principle
Test specimens are left in contact with a series of staining agents, which are likely to been countered
in everyday use. The time and conditions of contact are specified for each staining agent. At the
end of the specified period, the specimens are washed and examined for residual surface marks.
Procedure
Apply a small quantity of 2 to 3 drops of the staining agents to the specimen. The staining agents
and the specimen shall be at ambient temperature. Place a glass cover over the staining agent for
a specified period of time usually 16 to 24 hours. Keep specimen flat during testing. After the
specified contact time has elapsed, remove the staining agents with a suitable solvent, such as alcohol, and then wash the specimen with water.
Expression of Result
The effect on the surface of the specimen shall be expressed in accordance with thefollowing rating
scale for each of the staining agents.
Rating 5: No visible change.
Rating 4: Slight change of gloss and or color only visible at certain viewing angles.
Rating 3: Marked change of gloss and or color.
Rating 2: Marked change of gloss, color and some blistering
Rating 1: Surface distortion and or heavy blistering or peeling.
GROUP 1
Testing for 24 hours; Acetone, Trichloroethane, Toothpaste, Hand Cream, Alcoholic beverages,
Natural fruit and vegetable juices, Lemonade, and fruit drinks, Animal and vegetable fats and
oils,Water, Yeast suspension in water, Salt, Mustard, Stain and paint remover based on organic
solvents, Citric acid 10 % solution.
GROUP 2
Testing for 16 hours; Coffee, Black Tea, Milk, Cola beverages, Wine vinegar, Hydrogen perox-ide,
Ammonia 10% concentrate, Nail varnish, Nail varnish remover, Lipstick, Water colors, Laundrymarking inks, Ball point inks.
GROUP 3
Testing for 10 minutes; Sodium hydroxide 25% solution, Hydrogen peroxide 30% solution,
Concentrated vinegar 30% acetic acid, Bleaching agents, Acid based metal cleaners, Shoe polish,
Haircolor and bleaching agents, Iodine, Boric Acid, Lacquers and adhesives except for fast
curing materials.
GROUP 4
Testing for 20 minutes; Citric acid 10% solution, Acetic acid 5% solution.
PLEASE NOTE: Acids and alkalides in concentrations stronger than those shown in group 3,
which can be contained in commercial cleaning agents, can cause surface damage or marking even
with very short contact time. Any spillage of such materials shall be washed off immediately.
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(PART 5) Test Results
TEST RESULTS
Nominal Thickness
Grade
Bending Radius:
(average values)
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Polyurethane Finish
Wax Effect
.039”
.039”
Postformable
Postformable
longitudinal .75”
transversal .75”
longitudinal .75”
transversal .75”
Postforming Temp.
293°F
293°F
Weight Per Sq Ft
.25 Ibs
.25 Ibs
longitudinal .384” along grain
transversal .528” along grain
longitudinal .384” along grain
transversal .528” along grain
Dimensional
Variations:
Abrasion Resistance
(average values)
> 80 Taber turns
> 150 Taber turns
EN 438-2.6
Stain Resistance
Group 1
No effect
Group 2, 3, 4, 5
No effect
No effect
> 3 Grey scale
> 3 Grey scale
Lightfastness
(Xenotest) UNI 9427
Halo
(caused by acetone + trichloroethylene)
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