Olive Grey WPC Outdoor Wall Panel
Fluted, wood-plastic composite cladding in a muted grey-green tone — part of EMU Design's outdoor WPC panel collection.
Olive Grey overview
Olive Grey is EMU Design's grey-green colourway in the outdoor WPC (wood-plastic composite) panel range.
The fluted profile — raised vertical slats with dark recessed lines — gives a wall depth and shadow line
without fixing individual timber slats one by one. It's positioned within the collection as the option
for concrete, stone and muted landscaping schemes, sitting alongside warmer tones
such as Golden Teak and Dark Teak for projects that want a cooler, more contemporary palette.
- Fluted, timber-look finish in a grey-green tone that reads well against render, stone and concrete
- 219 × 26 mm profile available in three lengths — 1.8 m, 2.4 m and 2.9 m
- Suited to courtyard feature walls, fence cladding, entrance details and selected façade areas
- Sold as a panel only — a complete exterior system also needs battens, trims and compatible clips (see below)
- Ships Australia-wide; showroom viewing available in Rouse Hill and Penrith, NSW
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Olive Grey sizes & prices
Olive Grey is available in three panel lengths, all sharing the same 219 × 26 mm profile.
Prices in AUD, per panel. Confirm current stock and lead time before ordering.
| Length |
Profile |
Price |
| 1.8 m |
219 × 26 mm |
$18.00 |
| 2.4 m |
219 × 26 mm |
$24.00 |
| 2.9 m |
219 × 26 mm |
$29.00 |
Working out coverage: each panel's face is 219 mm wide, so a 1.8 m panel covers
roughly 0.39 m² of wall face, a 2.4 m panel roughly 0.53 m², and a 2.9 m panel roughly
0.64 m² — before allowing for overlap at joins, corner cuts and waste. Compare panels by usable wall
coverage, not price per panel alone, and add an allowance for cutting and wastage.
Where to use Olive Grey
Being a grey-green tone, Olive Grey is typically chosen where the cladding needs to sit alongside
hard landscaping rather than stand out against it. Suitable applications for the outdoor WPC panel
range include:
- Courtyard feature walls next to concrete, render or stone paving
- Fence cladding and boundary feature panels
- Entrance details and letterbox or porch surrounds
- Selected façade areas, assessed by a qualified builder where structural or waterproofing requirements apply
For building façades, balconies, high walls or boundary structures, the panel is only one part of the
system — substrate, battens, drainage path, ventilation, expansion allowance and mechanical fixings all
need to suit the specific project.
What is a WPC panel?
WPC stands for wood-plastic composite — a board made from wood fibre combined with a
recycled polymer. It's used as an alternative to solid timber slats when a project wants a consistent
fluted, timber-look appearance without the routine sanding, staining or sealing that natural timber
slats usually need. Olive Grey and the rest of the outdoor collection are exterior cladding panels,
and shouldn't be substituted for interior acoustic or decorative panels based on colour alone — always
check that the panel, fixings and supporting structure suit your specific location and exposure level.
Weather & water exposure
"Outdoor" and "waterproof" are not the same claim. WPC panels are designed for exterior use, but the
finished wall still needs correct drainage, ventilation and weatherproofing behind the cladding — the
panel does not replace a compliant waterproof membrane or a properly prepared exterior wall.
Before ordering, confirm current product documentation for Olive Grey's resistance to rain, UV exposure,
temperature change, colour fade and coastal conditions — ask EMU Design for the specifics of this colour
and panel rather than relying on general WPC assumptions.
Installation, clips & trims
Exterior WPC slat panels are normally planned as a complete cladding system rather than fixed wherever
a screw happens to fit. Depending on the project, you may also need:
- Battens to create the fixing and drainage plane behind the panel
- Starter and end trims, plus external-corner pieces for clean finishes
- Clips or screws matched to the Olive Grey profile — generic accessories may not share the same profile or expansion allowance
- Clearance for airflow and a water-escape path behind the cladding
Small, low feature walls can suit an experienced DIY installer. High façades, ceilings, corners, walls
with services, and wind-exposed areas are better assessed by a qualified installer before you order.
Before you order
Quick checklist before placing an Olive Grey order
| Check |
Why it matters |
| Wall width & height, minus openings |
Determines panel count and lengths needed |
| Exposure level |
Covered patios and unprotected façades have different needs |
| Supporting structure |
Battens and fixing points must suit the wall and panel direction |
| Clips, screws & trims |
Compatible accessories manage joins, corners and movement |
| Cutting & waste allowance |
Actual usable coverage is lower than raw panel length × width |
| Delivery access |
Long panels (up to 2.9 m) need suitable transport and storage space |
Send EMU Design your wall measurements and photos and they can help estimate an approximate panel count —
get in touch here.
Olive Grey: frequently asked questions
Is Olive Grey a good match for concrete and stone landscaping?
Yes — within the outdoor WPC collection, Olive Grey is positioned as the grey-green option for
concrete, stone and muted landscaping schemes, as a cooler alternative to the warmer teak and
maple tones.
Is Olive Grey waterproof?
Don't rely on the "outdoor" panel category as proof of a fully waterproof wall system. Ask EMU
Design for the exact water-resistance information for Olive Grey, and make sure the wall behind
it has the membranes, flashing, drainage and ventilation the project needs.
Can Olive Grey panels be installed horizontally?
The fluted profile can create a different look turned horizontally, but installation direction
affects support, joins and drainage. Confirm horizontal installation is approved for this panel
before designing the layout around it.
How many Olive Grey panels do I need?
Measure wall width and height, subtract large openings, then allow extra for cuts, joins and
waste — send EMU Design your measurements and photos and they can help with an approximate count.
What sizes and prices are available?
Olive Grey comes in 1.8 m ($18.00), 2.4 m ($24.00) and 2.9 m ($29.00) lengths, all
with a 219 × 26 mm profile. Confirm current stock before ordering.
Does Olive Grey need ongoing maintenance?
Ask EMU Design for the cleaning and care instructions for this specific finish. Avoid harsh
cleaners or pressure-washing until confirmed suitable, and check joins, trims and drainage points
periodically for built-up dirt or leaves.
Can I use Olive Grey on a fence?
It may work as a cladding finish over a correctly designed supporting structure, but the panel
shouldn't replace fence posts, framing or other structural components. Confirm wind exposure,
fixing points and any boundary requirements before ordering.
Pairs well with
Comparing tones before you order helps avoid a mismatch once panels are on the wall:
Shipping & returns
Orders are carefully prepared and dispatched with tracking provided; contact EMU Design if a delivery
arrives damaged. See the
returns & exchanges policy
for full terms — unused panels in original packaging may be eligible for return within the applicable
period, confirmed during the return process.