Decoration

Gemtreeboard has a smooth surface on one side ,ready for wallpaper, painting and fabricating with veneer, stone, laminating or vinyl covering. Gemtreeboard rough sanded texture on the reverse is suitable for applying a variety of bonded applications such as ceramic tile. It is advisable to check with the manufacturers of tile cements and adhesives, for compatibility with Gemtreeboard surface.

Where solvent based or external coatings are required, it is advisable to check with the paint manufacturer for compatibility with the slightly alkaline surface of Gemtreeboard (PH9.7).

If Gemtreeboard is not going to be fixed back to a substrate mechanically (screws or nails),then it is advisable to provide a balancing coat of paint to the reverse face of the board.