Black Star
From the Diesel Living Collection. Innovative Italian wood design, reimagined for modern Australian interiors.
The Black Star model from Berti’s I-Wood cladding collection represents the meeting point of Italian craftsmanship, digital innovation, and architectural expression. Part of the exclusive Diesel Living x Berti collaboration, Black Star combines advanced production techniques with bold aesthetic choices, resulting in a cladding solution that is both highly functional and visually striking.
Design & Material Composition
Each panel is constructed using a three-layer engineered structure, with a surface layer of natural oak hardwood veneer digitally printed with an intricate starburst gradient pattern. This advanced printing process uses eco-friendly, water-based inks, ensuring the wood’s grain remains visible, adding depth and authenticity to the design.
The core consists of 9 mm birch plywood, selected for its structural stability, while a 0.6 mm balancing veneer on the reverse ensures dimensional integrity. The total thickness of the panel is a minimal 10.2 mm, making it a practical choice for wall, ceiling, or feature-floor applications where weight, thickness, and installation speed are critical.
Panels come in a compact 600 x 600 mm format, allowing for modular configuration and easy alignment in both horizontal and vertical orientations. The matte finish and warm wood tone are enhanced by the black geometric gradient, offering an industrial-chic style ideal for contemporary interiors.
Performance & Safety Standards
Black Star isn’t just about looks—it’s built to meet the demands of commercial and high-end residential projects. Its surface is treated with Xstremestrong, Berti’s proprietary high-resistance finish, designed to withstand abrasion, scratches, and routine cleaning. As a result, this cladding is appropriate even for high-traffic areas, such as hospitality lobbies, office reception spaces, galleries, and boutiques.
The product is fire-rated BFL-s1 according to EN 13501-1:2019, indicating low flame spread and smoke production—important for safe use in public interiors. It’s also CE marked under EN 14342:2013, ensuring European regulatory compliance. Additionally, it passes UNI EN 71-3, confirming low toxicity and suitability even for environments involving children, such as education or healthcare settings.
Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility
Berti prioritizes environmental consciousness across its collections. Black Star uses wood sourced from sustainably managed forests, fast-growing birch species, and adhesives and finishes that respect air quality standards. The use of digital printing also eliminates the need for excessive dyes or pigment waste, while minimising emissions.
Installation & Australian Market Fit
The lightweight, ultra-thin structure of Black Star makes it particularly attractive for refurbishment projects or architectural retrofits, where surface-mounted cladding is required without major substrate modification. It adheres easily to flat surfaces and can be installed over existing walls with minimal preparation.
For the Australian market, Black Star presents a refined option for interior designers and architects seeking globally inspired textures and patterns. While it meets EU fire classifications, verification for local building code compatibility—such as NCC (BCA) fire performance or BAL (Bushfire Attack Level)—is recommended prior to use in regulated zones or multi-storey builds.
Ideal Applications
- Statement walls in upscale residential interiors
- Boutique hotel lobbies or guest suites
- High-end retail fit-outs
- Creative studios or co-working spaces
- Feature ceilings and decorative backdrops
- Acoustic panel overlays (with compatible backing)
Why Choose Black Star?
Black Star is more than just wood cladding—it’s a storytelling element. The geometric motif evokes both natural constellations and industrial modernism, adding boldness and rhythm to any space. When paired with neutral palettes, concrete, or metal, it creates a memorable contrast. When used alongside warmer tones, it softens and elevates the overall aesthetic.
As part of Berti’s I-Wood series, it delivers the precision of Italian manufacturing with the flexibility and impact required by modern Australian design culture. Whether you’re designing for hospitality, workplace, or luxury residential interiors, Black Star brings art, structure, and sustainability together—seamlessly.
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