A Tigerwood Face That Works From Every Angle
The Saviola Tiger Eye panel brings a bold, linear tigerwood figure to a thermally fused laminate surface, finished on both faces so the panel is equally presentable wherever it lands in a build. At 8 mm thick and sized at 83-5/16 inch by 110-1/4 inch, it is well-matched to thin-profile cabinet backs, drawer bottoms, lightweight dividers, and interior components where a full 19 mm board would add unnecessary mass.
Key Features
- 13-hour water-resistant core — a vendor test result, not a wet-area rating, and useful where spills and humidity are routine.
- 100% post-consumer recycled core — the Gruppo Saviola board program is built entirely from reclaimed wood fiber.
- CARB2 hardwood particleboard core — the substrate the decor is fused to.
- A/An A/A construction means both faces carry the Tiger Eye decor, so either side can face outward without a second operation.
- Tigerwood finish with thermally fused laminate surface bonds the decorative face directly to the core, eliminating any glue line at the edge.
- 8 mm thickness suits back panels, drawer bottoms, and lightweight interior components where a thinner board is the right call.
- 83-5/16 inch by 110-1/4 inch sheet size provides 63.79 square feet per sheet for efficient layout on large runs.
- CARB2 compliant core meets the formaldehyde emission requirement standard on commercial and residential specifications.
- Matching ABS edgebanding is available in the Tiger Eye decor to close cut edges and keep the surface reading as one.
Where This Panel Earns Its Place
An 8 mm A/A panel fills a specific role in a well-organized cut list. Cabinet backs that will be seen through open frames, interior shelf dividers in display casework, and drawer bottoms on frameless boxes all benefit from a panel that is finished on both faces without the weight and material cost of a thicker board. The tigerwood figure adds visual character in applications where a wood-look decor fits the design direction, from contemporary entertainment units to retail fixtures and office cabinetry. Because both faces are finished identically, the panel is also useful for room dividers and freestanding elements where back and front are equally visible.
Surface and Core Construction
The Tiger Eye decor is a thermally fused laminate face, meaning the decorative paper is pressed into the board under heat and pressure and becomes part of the panel rather than a separate layer. There is no adhesive interface to fail at the edge. The tigerwood pattern runs a pronounced linear grain with the tonal variation characteristic of the species, produced at a depth and contrast that reads well at both close range and across a room. The CARB2 compliant core holds machine-driven fasteners cleanly and stays flat across a wide sheet.
Who Reaches for This Panel
Cabinet shops specifying a full Saviola program reach for the 8 mm A/A sheet when the cut list calls for a finished back or a lightweight interior component in the same decor as the case sides. Designers working on commercial interiors, retail displays, or hospitality millwork use it where the tigerwood figure fits a warm, natural direction without the cost or variability of real wood veneer. The oversize sheet at 83-5/16 inch by 110-1/4 inch means fewer seams on tall components and a more efficient yield on a standard cut list.
Can I use this panel for cabinet door faces?
The 8 mm thickness is below the standard for a door panel in most frame or frameless systems, which typically call for 18 or 19 mm. This panel is better suited to backs, drawer bottoms, and interior dividers. If you need the Tiger Eye decor on a door, pair this sheet with the thicker Saviola panel in the same color.
Does matching edgebanding exist for Tiger Eye?
Yes. Matching ABS edgebanding is available for the Saviola collection in the Tiger Eye decor. It is sold by the roll and applies to the cut edge after sawing to close the core and keep the surface consistent.
Is matching HPL available for this color?
Saviola matching HPL is stocked and ships in two sheet sizes: 73 inch by 120 inch and 60 inch by 120 inch. The 60 inch sheet works for shops that cannot process the wider option.
What does A/A mean on this panel?
A/A designates an A/A panel where both faces carry the same decorative finish to the same appearance standard. Either face can be the show surface. This is different from an A/B panel, where only one face is decorative and the reverse is a plain backer.
How many square feet does one sheet cover?
One sheet at 83-5/16 inch by 110-1/4 inch covers 63.79 square feet. That figure is the sheet area, not a yield calculation — cutting loss depends on your specific layout.
The Right Panel for a Finished Interior
Tiger Eye in an 8 mm A/A format gives a build the flexibility of a finished surface on both faces at a thickness that keeps weight and material cost in check, backed by a tigerwood decor that holds its own in any interior where warm grain is part of the design.
