NOVA CORK PANELS
CORK VENEER SURFACED INTERIOR PANELING

DESCRIPTION
Nova Cork is a prefinished interior paneling based on a substrate of Homasote Structural Building Board.

FINISHES
The prefinished surface is a veneer of genuine, natural color, virgin cork. The distinctive surface provides an appealing decorative paneling. The cork surface is laminated to one side or both sides of the substrate.

USES
Tackable, decorative Nova Panels in 4' x 8' size Nom. or cut to size. 18 x 24 - 24 x 36 - 36 x 48 Nom. are used in schools, hospitals, offices and anywhere that requires quality, durable, tackable, fire rated panels. Nova Cork Panels in 4 x 8 sizes are fire rated Class B and are available Class A. Cut to size panels are Class B fire rated.

ADVANTAGES
Nova Cork paneling is a completely finished, structural panel. On-site surface treatment is not required. It is lightweight, easy to work, and the surface is unique and exclusive. Cork is noise-deadening and provides extra insulation when used to panel peripheral walls or ceilings. The tackable surface conceals tack or pinholes. The substrate will not crack or splinter. It is moisture-resistant, and protected against termites, rot and fungi. Homasote black or white trim and joint molding are available.

MATERIAL COMPOSITION
Nova Cork paneling is composed of three basic elements: cork veneer surface, bonding adhesive, and substrate. The bond is made with a waterproof adhesive applied to the substrate in a continuous uniform coating. The substrate is Homasote Structural Building Board made from 100% recycled newsprint. It is a homogeneous composition, treated for resistance to moisture, protection against termites, rot and fungus and compressed into high density, structural panels.

FIRE RATINGS
Substrate used with cork on one face
N.C.F.R. Homasote
Fire Hazard Class: A
Flame Spread: 25
Fuel Contributed: 25
Smoke Developed: 15

Homasote 400
Fire Hazard Class: B
Flame Spread: 70
Fuel Contributed: 50
Smoke Developed: 40

SPECIFICATIONS (substrate)
Density, lb./ft.³: 24-26
Hardness (Janka Ball): 200
Tensile Strength: 350-600
Mod. of Rupture, psi: 650-900
Mod. of Elasticity, psi: 69,000
Shear in Plane of Board, psi: 125
Lat. Nail Resist., 1/2" from edge: 150 lb.
Water Absorption by volume: 5%
Conditioned Moisture Content: 15%
Expansion from 50% to 90% rel. hum: 0.25
Thermal Conductivity (k factor): 0.42
R value: 1.11

ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATION (short form)
All _____ as shown on drawings shall be Nova Cork Panels as manufactured by the Homasote Company, West Trenton, N.J., and installed in accordance with current Homasote instructions.

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION DATA
Illustrated installation instructions are given in Homasote Bulletin No. 1P-8-222-1. This bulletin details the Homasote approved installation requirements and step-by-step procedure. The following information is for product evaluation only.

Construction Site Storage – Protect Nova Cork Panels, as any valuable building product, from inclement weather by storing indoors or on a dry platform under shelter. Keep wrapped in packaging until ready for use. If no shelter is available, stack panels on skids 8" above grade and cover with polyfilm or other device. Panels must be installed in a dry condition only.

Preparation for Use – Precondition by separating and allowing panels to stand exposed to normal environmental humidity for 24 hours before installation.

As any quality wood building material, Nova Cork Panels will expand and contract with changes in humidity. Joints must be gapped as detailed in Homasote Bulletin No. IP-8-222-1.

Framing – Interior Walls: not to exceed 16" o.c. Interior ceilings and soffits: not to exceed 12" o.c. All edges must be backed by solid framing.

Installation – Nova Cork Panels may be installed direct to framing with nails or with APA Approved Paneling Adhesive by glue-nailing. For application refer to detailed instructions as shown in Bulletin No. IP-8-222-1.

FINISHING
Nova Cork Paneling is completely finished and does not require surface treatment. The colorful, naturally textured surface will last for many years without noticeable deterioration or fading. Homasote joint and trim moldings in low lustre black or white are available for a neat, professional finish. These moldings include: cap, inside and outside corners, and "H" for butt joints.

MAINTENANCE
The natural surface does not require painting and its appearance can be kept fresh and clean with negligible maintenance. Soils or grime can be removed with soap or detergent and water. Do not flood. Use a wet (not soaked) rag, sponge or soft bristled scrub brush. Remove soap or detergent using a clean cloth or sponge wet with clean water. Do not flood. Exposure to U/V light will cause color shading.

AVAILABILITY
Homasote building products are available throughout the United States and Canada from local building material dealers. Dealers should have samples and literature describing all Homasote products. If not, write directly to Homasote Company.

homasote
COMPANY
P.O. Box 7240
West Trenton, NJ 08628-0240
1-800-257-9491
Ph: (609) 883-3300
Fax: (609) 530-1584