Engineered for lasting performance, Alor cabinetry panels combine the strength and stability of advanced panel construction with the natural beauty of real timber veneer. Built for New Zealand and Australian homes, every colourway is designed to perform as beautifully as it looks — for the life of your cabinetry.
Alor combines curated, authentic timber finishes with engineered performance designed for New Zealand and Australian lifestyles. Prefinished for convenience and crafted to the highest standards, every panel undergoes real-world testing and rigorous quality control to deliver industry-leading durability, stability and long-term peace of mind.
Alor Veneer Panel is designed for cabinetry fabrication across a range of applications, including cabinetry doors, drawer fronts, side and end panels, light-duty shelving, and feature wall and ceiling panelling. As a facade product with a Moisture Resistant MDF core, Alor can also be used in carcass construction where design continuity is required, provided all cut edges are sealed or edge banded to prevent moisture ingress. Each application carries its own requirements around environmental control, heat clearances, and moisture detailing, all of which are addressed in full within the Design, Fabrication & Installation Guide.
Key specification points:
Intended uses: residential cabinetry, commercial fit-out and commercial development cabinetry (in accordance with defined limitations)
Panels must be fully sealed, or edge banded at all cut edges — unsealed MDF core exposure is not covered by warranty
Not suitable for wet areas (bathrooms, laundries) or environments where relative humidity is expected to exceed 70% (e.g. saunas, pool rooms)
Not suitable as a working, sanitary or food preparation surface, including kitchen benchtops
Integrated appliances (e.g. range hoods) require appropriate clearances and ventilation per manufacturer specifications and NZBC guidance
Full scope, limitations and technical detailing are set out in our Alor Cabinetry & Veneer Panel Design Guide.
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Storage & Shelving
Mudrooms & Alcoves
Vertical and Feature Surfaces
Bathroom Vanities
Appliance and Service Integration
A Range of Specifications
Across eight colourways, Alor Veneer Panel offers extensive options in grade, dimensions, texture and finish to suit any cabinetry or panelling application. Every panel is prefinished with a durable UV-cured lacquer and precision panel formats for consistent, long-lasting performance.
Specifications | Alor Collection |
|---|---|
Species | European Oak, American Walnut (Ember only) |
Grade | Prime (Face), Cabinetry (Back), Any Back(For Balancing Only) |
Thickness | 7mm - 19mm |
Width | 1220mm |
Length | 2440mm - 3050mm |
Veneer Thickness | 0.6mm |
Construction | MR MDF Core with Timber Veneer Facing |
Surface Finish Type | Prefinished UV Cured Lacquer |
Surface Texture | Lightly Brushed (Both Faces) |
Surface Sheen | Extra Matte |
Edge Treatment | Natural or ABS Edgebanding |
The Alor Cabinetry Design / Fabrication / Installation Guide is the reference point for specifying and detailing Alor's veneer panel range with confidence. It covers the full system — from panel construction and technical specifications through to environmental control, design guidance for cabinetry facings and internals, pre-fabrication handling, and fabrication and assembly practice — giving specifiers the technical grounding needed to design a compliant, long-performing cabinetry system from the carcass out.
Detailed panel build-up options and edgebanding specifications accompany each application and condition, providing the construction detail required to translate the guide directly into working documentation.
Compliance is demonstrated as a BPIR-compliant Designated Building Product, with the system addressing NZBC requirements across structure (B1), durability (B2), heat transfer (C1), fire performance (C2–C3), internal moisture (E3), hazardous building materials (F2), and food preparation surface contamination (G3). Every specification detail in the guide — from panel construction to edgebanding, accessories and touch-up solutions — 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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Alor Cabinetry Panel is a BPIR-compliant Designated Building Product (Class 1), demonstrating compliance with the relevant clauses of the New Zealand Building Code. Compliance is achieved through adherence to stated limitations of use, installation requirements, and maintenance guidance, giving specifiers a documented, reliable compliance pathway from concept through to Building Consent.
NZ Building Code Clause | Compliance Pathway | Demonstrated by |
|---|---|---|
B1 STRUCTURE B1.3.1, B1.3.2, B1.3.3(j), B1.3.4 | BPIR Declaration | 730 kg/m³ ±7% MDF core density; assessed in accordance with principles of B1/VM1 |
B2 DURABILITY B2.1.1.1C | BPIR Declaration | 5-year service life per NZBC B2/AS1; supported by 7-year manufacturer warranty |
C1 LIMITING HEAT TRANSFER C1.3.2 / C/VM1 | BPIR Declaration | Assessed against surface temperature limitations (max 70°C) |
C2 PREVENTION OF FIRE OCCURRING C2.2 | BPIR Declaration | Tested to ISO 9705, classified Group 3 under Table A1 of Appendix A, C/VM2 |
C3 FIRE AFFECTING AREAS BEYOND THE FIRE SOURCE C3.4(a) | BPIR Declaration | Assessed in accordance with C/AS2 for relevant surface finish performance |
E3 INTERNAL MOISTURE E3.3.4, E3.3.5, E3.3.6 | BPIR Declaration | Assessed for dry interior application suitability under NZBC E3/AS1 |
F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS F2.3.1 | BPIR Declaration | Tested to AS/NZS 2098.11 for formaldehyde emission — Super E0 rating achieved |
G3 FOOD PREPARATION & PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION G3.3.2 | BPIR Declaration | Assessed as unsuitable for sanitary/foodsafe working surfaces |
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Forté is committed to reducing its impact on the environment across every stage of production, from responsible forest sourcing through to the long-term performance of the products themselves. This commitment is backed by third-party certification: Forté holds an FSC Promotional Licence and FSC Chain of Custody Certification (SGSHK-COC-510037), alongside PEFC Chain of Custody Certification (SGSCH-PEFC-COC-510014), ensuring products are sourced from forests managed to protect biodiversity, support local communities, and uphold fair labour practices. FSC certification for Alor is available upon request.
Timber veneer panels themselves carry genuine environmental advantages over solid timber. Because only a 0.6mm veneer layer is solid hardwood, Alor uses a fraction of the timber resource required for a solid timber panel of the same dimensions — alongside a Super E0 formaldehyde emission rating, a long lifespan, and the ability to be recycled or repurposed at end of life.
