Substrates in the Australian range
The substrate is the board under the decorative face. It sets where a panel can go, as much as the face does.
TruNatur is made on more substrates than any other EGR collection. StyleLite comes on MR MDF, particleboard and waterproof composite core.
| Substrate | Collections | Thickness | Use or notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| MR MDF, E0 | StyleLite, TruNatur | 16, 18, 25, 32mm | Kitchen and vanity doors, furniture, wardrobes, general cabinetry |
| Particleboard (E0 listed for StyleLite) | StyleLite, TruNatur | 16mm | Double-sided panels, 2400 and 3600mm long |
| Plywood MR lightweight (Falcatta) | TruNatur | 17mm | Caravan and RV fit-outs, where weight matters |
| Block board lightweight (Falcatta) | TruNatur | 38mm | Beams, internal doors, floating shelves, timber screens |
| MDF, E0 | TruNatur | 5mm, 12mm; 18mm black | Thin and black-core panels |
| MDF FR, E0, dark grey | TruNatur | 12mm | Wall and ceiling lining and routed panels needing a fire-rated board |
| Waterproof composite core | StyleLite, TruNatur, StyleLex | 18mm | Flood-prone and high-moisture areas; StyleLex for covered outdoor |
MR MDF: the everyday core
EGR Decor MR MDF panels are made for cabinetry and interiors where durability, stability and surface performance matter. They suit kitchen and vanity doors, furniture, wardrobes and general cabinetry.
All are produced on MR MDF rated to formaldehyde emissions standard E0 or TSCA Title VI. Single-sided and double-sided configurations are available.
Waterproof composite core
The weatherproof composite core (WCC) replaces MDF where wet conditions would make MDF fail. It is 18mm thick at about 700 kg/m³, with 24-hour thickness swell of 1% or less.
It sits under StyleLite TruMatte and TruNatur for indoor wet areas, and under StyleLex for covered outdoor areas.
Waterproof carcass options
EGR offers three waterproof carcass boards. They trade off finish, rigidity and cost.
EGR's warranty treats carcass panels as internal use only, and they are not covered for UV exposure.
| StyleLex ABS carcass | StyleLex laminate carcass | StyleLex WPC carcass (Essentials) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 18mm | 16mm | 16mm |
| Face | ABS | Laminate (HPL) | Extruded skin |
| Core | Weatherproof composite core | Weatherproof composite core | Waterproof core (WPC) |
| Colours | White, Light Grey, Dark Grey, Braun | White | White |
| Application | Carcass or paintable doors | Carcass only | Carcass only |
| Best for | High-end cabinetry, designer kitchens | Mid-range cabinetry | High-volume projects |
| Max shelf span and load | 600mm, 15–20kg | 800mm, 25–30kg | 600mm, up to 15kg |
Balanced, double-sided panels
StyleLite and TruNatur panels are double-sided and balanced, so the panel stays flat. StyleLite sheet laminated in the workshop must always be balanced on the reverse of the substrate.
Questions people ask
Which EGR substrate is best for a caravan?
TruNatur on lightweight plywood suits caravan and RV fit-outs, where weight savings are preferred. In Australia it comes as 17mm Plywood MR Lightweight Falcatta.
Can MR MDF panels be used in a laundry?
Yes. EGR Decor presents its MR MDF panels, StyleLite and TruNatur, for laundry cabinetry. For flood-prone laundries, EGR Waterproof panels are the alternative.
What formaldehyde standard do EGR's MDF panels meet?
EGR Decor MR MDF panels are rated to formaldehyde emissions standard E0 or TSCA Title VI. Australian panels are listed as E0. US tables list TruNatur and some StyleLite panels as TSCA Title VI.
Which carcass should I use for an alfresco kitchen?
The StyleLex 16mm laminate carcass is listed for indoor and covered outdoor cabinetry, and gives the longest shelf spans. EGR's warranty treats carcass panels as internal use only, not covered for UV exposure.
