Your 2025 in numbers:
• Over 1.2 million doors produced - a true reflection of growing demand, trusted quality, and the strength of local manufacturing.
• Planted 2.95 million seedlings - marking a significant investment in the future of our wood supply.
• 125,000 tonnes of wood waste collected and recycled - through reDirect Recycling (a Borg company) these materials are diverted from landfill and repurposed into new particleboard within our closed loop manufacturing processes, reducing waste and preserving valuable plantation resources.
McGrath Foundation
This year marked an incredible milestone for the McGrath Foundation – 20 years of care. What began as a mission to support individuals and families experiencing breast cancer has now expanded to provide care for all cancers. To date, polytec has raised a total of $716,230.96 - with this number growing every day all thanks to the cabinet makers of Australia. A special thanks to each of our supporters who are helping raise much needed funds to ensure no one in Australia faces cancer without the support of a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse.
Design Show 2025
The Design Show Australia 2025 brought together over 250 leading exhibitors. The polytec stand was a constant hub for creativity and connection. Our stand was crafted entirely from Manor Oak Woodmatt, which was the perfect backdrop to showcase what’s new, what’s next, and what’s uniquely polytec.
Australia ByDesign S7
Showcasing the very best in Australian architecture and design, this season featured an incredible line-up of projects that highlight creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship - many of which proudly incorporate polytec surfaces.
Among the season’s highlights is the luxurious Peppermint Grove residence by Giorgi Architects, winner of the National polytec ByDesign Award, alongside other spectacular projects that push the boundaries of design excellence.
polytec Stadium
polytec was proud to announce our official naming rights to the Central Coast Stadium in Gosford, further strengthening our longstanding connection to the region where our journey began. As one of the largest private employers on the Central Coast and a proudly Australian, family-owned company, we’re thrilled to champion the community that supports us every day.
We look forward to welcoming you to polytec Stadium.
On Our Path Towards Sustainable Design
polytec is on a journey – one that places sustainability at the centre of how we design, manufacture, and support our customers. We believe that sustainable practices are the foundation of strong, resilient communities – and we’re committed to contributing to a healthier, more sustainable future for all. You can read our Sustainability booklet here.
polytec’s Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for our decorative board products are now available. Check out polytec’s EPDs here.
2025 Product Releases
New Colours
• Taj Mahal and Grey Taj offers two new Benchtops & laminate colours and represent the trend for more unique stones with warm highlights, both in a Smooth finish.
• Introducing Silk Matt across laminate, decorative board, Surano doors and large format sheet sizes allows for an integrated colour offer across multiple finishes throughout a project.
• Australian Native Woodmatt offers a real feel timber finish at a cost-effective price point and embodies an iconic Australiana style timber.
• Dark Batten Oak creates the illusion of raised timber battens with tangible grooves, however is flat to touch, easy to clean and maintain with polytec’s signature Woodmatt finish.
• Britannia Super Matt is a solid dark navy colour, featuring fingerprint resistant technology.
Horizon drawer fronts
polytec’s Horizon drawer fronts are a three-piece construction with a glass insert and a frameless top edge, creating a unique and stylish design. Perfect for wardrobes, bar units, pantry drawers, and more as they provide a sense of openness to your space.
Expanded product range within polytec’s Boston Oak Collection:
The Boston Oak Collection is a global creative first, offering a broad spectrum of 12 colours inspired by traditional methods of staining natural timber with polytec’s signature Woodmatt finish. The collection ensures the ultimate mix-and-match aesthetic, versatility, and functionality. This year, polytec further expanded this collection into the following product ranges:
• Thermolaminated doors – now available across all door profiles.
• Steccawood – prefinished battens, which can be used to create texture and warmth within your space with wall and ceiling applications.
• Easycraft easyLINING – a new wall lining range which includes six signature colours from the Boston Oak Collection.
• 13mm Compact laminate – six colours were introduced allowing applications across café tops, bathroom vanities, partitioning systems, wet area feature walls, alfresco areas, and more.
• Architectural internal doors – offering 35mm door solutions in a new range of Woodmatt colours.
5mm Xenolith
5mm Xenolith is available for vertical applications, designed for splashbacks, complementing the existing 15mm Xenolith benchtops range. Its slim profile delivers a modern, clean look without compromising on strength or performance.
Easycraft Contours
Contours timber lining boards adding natural warmth, texture and depth to any space. Crafted from solid timber in various textured designs, these lining boards offer a refind and versatile design solution for walls, ceilings, and joinery for both residential and commercial projects.
Project Highlights
Hipwell Haus by Tim Neve – A dramatic transformation featuring bold design.
Futures Workspace by Gray Puksand – polytec in Royal Melbourne Hospital.
Nerissa by Larritt-Evans – coastal calm with a craft touch.
Kinsley by Elation Group – a consistent use of material showcasing colour flooding.
None of this would be possible without your ongoing support. From product innovations to community contributions, 2025 has been a year defined by growth, connection, and creativity. Here’s to an even bigger year ahead.
Thank you for being part of the polytec journey.
