• What categories of PINnacle^™ board are available?
• How does PINnacle differ from conventional tack boards?
• Where should PINnacle be used?
• Could PINnacle tackboards contribute towards aggregate U.S. Green Building Council Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (“LEED^™”) Green Building Rating System^™ credits?
• How are PINnacle 440 and PINnacle N.C.F.R. offered?
• Are other sizes or thickness available?
• Where can PINnacle and Homasote products be purchased?

 What categories of PINnacle^™ board are available?

 PINnacle^™ 440 and PINnacle^™ N.C.F.R®. (Class A Fire-Rated) boards are ideal for all display applications, with no additional finishing necessary. PINnacle is ready to receive fabrics, wall coverings, paint or dye and is the latest generation of Homasote^® panels and tackboard that have been the benchmark for pin-retention characteristics for nearly a century.

PINnacle N.C.F.R. boards achieve fire-rated qualities using a unique manufacturing process that mixes fire-retardant chemicals evenly throughout the board. PINnacle N.C.F.R. Boards meet ASTM E-84 Class A requirements. The panels are designed for schools, businesses, hospitals, all public access areas where superior aesthetic qualities are required in a single board and in-home use.

How does PINnacle differ from conventional tack boards?                                     

The large 4’ X 8’ tackboards are Homasote, lightweight and made from 100 percent post-consumer paper. They are the latest generation of Homasote panels that have been the benchmark for pin-retention (tackability) characteristics for nearly a century. Easy to install, PINnacle boards are ready for display. No additional finishing is required. For customized work, PINnacle N.C.F.R. (Class A Fire-Rated) achieves fire-resistant qualities and meet ASTM E-84 Class A Requirements.

Where should PINnacle be used?

Interiors anywhere and protected exteriors. PINnacle tackboards are designed for schools, businesses, hospitals, all public access areas where superior aesthetic qualities are required in a single board and in-home use. Its velvet finish is popular with museums, the display industry and architectural designers.

Could PINnacle tackboards contribute towards aggregate US Green Building Council Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (“LEED^™”) Green Building Rating System^™ credits?

Yes. PINnacle tackboards can contribute to overall LEED credits in several categories, including Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, and Innovating and Professional Credits..

How are PINnacle 440 and PINnacle N.C.F.R. offered?

PINnacle is offered in 3/8” thick, 4’ X 8’ sheets.

Are other sizes or thickness available?

For OEMs, furniture manufacturers and other volume users, PINnacle panels can be manufactured in 1/2” and other thicknesses in panels up to 4’ X 10’.

Where can PINnacle and Homasote products be purchased?

PINnacle is available from Homasote retailers, lumber yards and home centers, although supply may be limited in some areas. For the dealer nearest you, visit the "where to buy it" section of the Homasote Web site (www.homasote.com) or call the Homasote Company Sales Department toll-free at (800) 257-9491, Ext. 1500 or (609) 883-3300, Ext. 1500.