CEO
Colin Beattie is a leader in customised architectural lining solutions that balance aesthetics with performance. Under his leadership, SUPAWOOD has built a reputation for distinctiveness and quality manufacturing.
He champions SUPAWOOD’s commitment to architecturally distinctive solutions, expert, personalised service and compliant, sustainable systems that meet the highest standards of fire, acoustic and seismic performance.
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Natural Timber Veneer has some advantages that cannot be achieved with artificial surfaces such as laminates, no matter how realistic they may be. What we especially enjoy about veneer is the depth of the warmth and the way it reflects the light. But being a natural product, that does create some challenges.
While Supawood don’t offer install, we do have an extensive range of recommended and experienced installers. Their experience is based on successfully delivered projects Australia wide, including schools, shopping centers, hospitals, office fitout, hospitality and many more.
Understanding the definition of a non-combustible wall is critical for project certification. This guide breaks down the NCC requirements for construction materials, explains the difference between integral wall elements and ancillary attachments, and explores the compliance pathways for fixing timber linings to non-combustible structures.
Navigating Fire Group ratings can be complex. This guide breaks down the NCC requirements for internal linings, explains the difference between AS 3837 and ISO 9705 testing, and provides a “cheat sheet” to help you identify the correct fire group for your project—updated with March 2026 compliance context.
We hear this question a lot, and it is no secret that most of our quotes will have a higher dollar figure on them than most of our competitors, sometimes much higher, but are we more expensive?
Acoustics are an important part of design for functionality. Spaces such as commercial, education, retail, hospitality, childcare, and healthcare all require careful consideration when …
Ask any good architect and they will tell you that the difference between an average design and an award-winning design is in the details.
“The devil is in the detail”.
The combustibility of building materials has been covered widely in the news after some devastating tragedies. A worldwide movement to reform regulatory control and identify the necessary levels of required fire safety has begun to ensure adequate testing and performance of building materials.
As we closely monitor Coronavirus (COVID-19) developments across the country, our priority is to ensure the health and safety of our customers and team members by reducing the risk of exposure. We are therefore following expert advice from the World Health Organisation to maintain a safe work environment and sustain our business operations.
Combustible cladding has been the focus of new legislation due to recent tragedies like the Lacrosse fire. Failure to ensure your design is built to code carries serious risks as architects can now be found liable for non-compliance.
We are pleased to announce and welcome Matthew Duffy as our new Operations Manager. Matthew will be responsible for leading our Engineering and Procurement teams and ensuring a continuous level of quality improvement and productivity.
Watch our video to find out why you should favor an MDF substrate over plywood for your next project. SUPAWOOD’s Rohan Burge breaks down the key advantages of MDF >>>
