High pressure laminates are made of several layers of kraft paper impregnated
with phenolic resin and topped with one or more layers of decorative paper.
The decorative paper is treated with melamine formaldehyde or melamine-urea
formaldehyde resin.
The assembly is pressed together at:
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High pressures (70-100 bar) and
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High temperatures (140-160ºC)
The hard laminate sheets are then bonded to a fibreboard substrate.
High pressure laminates are preferred where durability, impact strength and
resistance to heat, moisture and chemicals are required.
Typical applications include:
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Kitchen and bathroom counter-tops
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Heavy-duty furniture tops and laminate floors
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Exterior wall cladding
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Street and playground furniture
