STRUCTApanel® Black: The Cost-effective Temporary Hoarding Solution

Delivering Safety, Security and Savings on Site

Temporary hoarding is an essential part of any modern construction project, providing safety, security and privacy while also helping to maintain a professional appearance. For builders and contractors, hoarding is often the first impression a site makes and getting it right is critical.

When Andrew from Impact Designer Homes began a new project in Victoria, he needed a hoarding solution that was fast to install, visually professional and reliable under tough site conditions. After consulting with AUW Building Supplies, Andrew chose STRUCTApanel® Black H2 12mm, a high-density structural particleboard panel combining strength, durability and a pre-finished black surface for an instant, clean look.

The result was a hoarding installation that delivered on every front, meeting performance requirements, improving efficiency and cutting down installation time without compromising quality.

The Challenge

The project required a hoarding system that could perform across multiple areas: structural stability, visual presentation and on-site efficiency. It needed to meet safety and compliance requirements while also offering a uniform, professional appearance that could hold up in variable weather conditions.

Many hoarding materials require surface preparation or painting before installation, adding unnecessary labour and time on site. The client wanted a cost-effective and professional solution that would reduce preparation work and allow faster installation, with long-term durability and minimal maintenance.

It also had to be strong, resistant to moisture, and ready to install directly; a product that could go up quickly and stay looking good throughout the duration of the build.

The Solution: STRUCTApanel® Black H2 12mm

STRUCTApanel® Black H2 12mm met every requirement. Its dense, structural-grade particleboard core and impact-resistant finish provided the strength and durability needed for an active building site, while the pre-finished black surface removed the need for additional coatings or surface preparation.

The smooth matte finish presented a clean, professional look straight out of the pack and created an ideal surface for branding, graphics or site signage, turning the hoarding into both a protective barrier and a communication tool.

Supplied by AUW Building Supplies, the panels were easy to transport and handle on site. Andrew’s team at Impact Designer Homes installed them onto a timber frame using hex head roofing screws, with 140mm top and bottom plates for extra rigidity.

Thanks to the precision machining and consistent panel sizing, installation was quick and straightforward, reducing labour time and ensuring a secure, stable structure.

“I loved working with STRUCTApanel®,” Andrew said. “It’s strong, easy to install and looks great straight away. It saved us hours on site.”

Capabilities and Benefits

STRUCTApanel® Black H2 12mm is designed for builders who want a smarter, faster and more efficient solution for temporary hoarding.

Key Benefits Include:

• Pre-finished surface: Smooth black finish, ready to install with no painting or sanding.
• H2 termite resistance: Built-in protection for long-term durability.
• High screw-holding capacity: Ensures fast, secure installation on site.
• Durable construction: Engineered for strength, stability and weather exposure.
• Australian-made: Locally produced from sustainably managed plantation pine.
• Smooth, uniform finish: Ideal for signage, branding and consistent site presentation.
• Warranty: Backed by a 12-month external application warranty.

By combining durability with easy installation, STRUCTApanel® Black provides the ideal balance of strength, speed and presentation for professional construction environments.

The Results

The use of STRUCTApanel® Black delivered significant time and cost savings. The pre-finished surface allowed the panels to be installed immediately, removing the need for painting or surface preparation and cutting down total labour hours. The result was a professional, uniform hoarding system that enhanced the appearance of the site from the start.

The panels’ structural integrity and termite resistance ensured long-term performance, even under exposure to outdoor conditions. Minimal maintenance was required during the project, and the hoarding remained stable and visually consistent until completion.

For Andrew and his team, the efficiency of STRUCTApanel® Black was clear. It helped streamline workflow, reduced waste and ensured a strong, professional finish that clients and site visitors could appreciate.

Why STRUCTApanel® Black is the Smarter Choice?

STRUCTApanel® Black offers builders, contractors and suppliers a cost-effective, professional and ready-to-install solution for temporary hoarding. With its high-density construction, termite protection and sleek pre-finished black surface, it provides the ideal combination of safety, durability and presentation.

For AUW Building Supplies and Impact Designer Homes, STRUCTApanel® Black demonstrated how a modern, Australian-made product can outperform traditional materials by improving efficiency and presentation while reducing overall costs.

STRUCTApanel®. Built strong. Built ready.