Our services

Our R&D facility has a laboratory equipped for prototyping, sampling, proof on concept, and technology testing. Bring your product ideas and we’ll work with you to develop the best solution.

“Bates are very collaborative and open to new ideas. Designing collectively with Andre allows us to be effective and nimble in responding to local consumer tastes.”

— Lucan Donovan,
Creative Director at St Michel

Timber product sample colours

Coatings experts

Our size and scale, along with our technical know-how, coating equipment and experience, puts us in a unique position to meet the needs of the pre-finished panel market.


New product development

Our R&D facility has a laboratory equipped for prototyping, sampling, proof on concept, and technology testing. Bring your product ideas and we’ll work with you to develop the best solution.


Building code testing

We carry out quality testing and work with local building industry bodies such as BRANZ and CSIRO. We’ll ensure your product is fully compliant with the Building Code.


Sustainability

UV-cured paint surfaces ensure minimal to no VOC emissions, energy efficiency, and increased durability. Instant drying means defects and waste are minimised.


Bespoke colours & gloss levels

Our design consultants can assist with new product ideas and fashion-driven colours. An on-site sampling machine allows us to create sample panels for market testing.


One-off, custom projects

We can provide coatings for specialised commercial projects and bespoke decorative finishes for feature walls.


A range of cost points

We work to a range of cost options – from pre-primed panels through to the highest quality gloss finish.

Finish options

Textural finishes
Soft touch
Any colour
Different gloss levels
Digital printing
Bio additives

Affiliations

Talk to our team about new product development.