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THE FORMICA GROUP
- THE IDEAL MATERIAL CHOICE FOR EDUCATIONAL DESIGN
Latest ColorCore innovations include two new surface finishes: Gloss and MicroDot. The latter is a subtle grid of concave dots in a low sheen satin finish, offering a three-dimensional aspect.
Structural laminate
Available in varying thicknesses up to 20mm, Formica®
Formica® Compact Top
Compact structural
laminate has been specifically designed for high performance applications and washroom environments that require moisture and humidity and high impact resistance. Its solid laminated core comprises multiple layers of resin- impregnated quality kraft papers, with a decorative surface on both sides. It is a clean, resilient material for lockers, shower areas and for wall panels and doors. The distinctive black edge of Compact structural laminate acts as a striking design feature.
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here are a wide variety of educational spaces such as classrooms, sports halls, corridors, social areas and washrooms. Interiors within such
environments must be durable and withstand the impact high traffic areas endure. Products must be easy to maintain and clean yet still meet aesthetic requirements. Offering highly decorative, dependable, hygienic and low maintenance surfaces, the Formica®
product range offers a wide variety of colours and
designs to provide the right mix of materials for educational environments and to help create stimulating surroundings and encourage effective learning for students.
Formica® High Pressure Laminate
Offering an unrivalled collection of colours, patterns, wood-grains and surface finishes, Formica®
High Pressure Laminate (HPL) provides the perfect choice
for architects and interior designers to create fashionable yet functional environments. The hygienic and durable properties of laminate allow it to excel in an educational environment. Whether used in toilets and washrooms or corridors and stairwells, Formica laminate meets stringent requirements of durability and easy cleaning. Its non-porous, wipe-clean surface is inherently hygienic and the superior quality of Formica laminate also ensures long- lasting, high-performance. Latest additions include AR Plus®
by Formica Group, offering advanced
abrasion, scuff and mar surface resistance. Sculpted by Formica Group is a premium texture that takes inspiration from carved, sculpted, scraped and wire-brushed surfaces.
High-performance solid-colour laminate
ColorCore®
running throughout. Ideal for heavy-duty worktops, high-traffic architectural doors, partitions, signage and furniture, ColorCore® engraved and allows for exceptional edge detailing.
by Formica Group is a high-performance product with solid colour can be shaped and
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In a 16mm thickness it has inherent structural solidity and dimensional
stability making it ideal for horizontal and vertical surface applications. Compact Top offers a range of nine designs in a Velour texture and 3,660x1,525x16mm sheet size.
Chemtop2™ by Formica Group features an advanced chemical resistant surface, using specialist papers and incorporating a remarkable chemical resistant coating during manufacture. It is unrivalled for high stress environments that require resistance to harsh chemicals such as laboratory benches, tables, splashbacks, screens, fume cupboards, cabinets, shelving and wall panels. For customised images and graphics the Formica®
Bespoke laminate service
Formica® High Pressure Laminate
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can encapsulate any design or images in Formica laminate using digital or screen printing techniques. Customised illustrations such as a school or college logo, images and graphics in vivid colours can be created for feature unique wall coverings and long lasting signage.
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April 2010
Compact Top provides a high performance, damage-resistant
homogenous solid core laminate for environments where the upmost protection is required. The range offers a practical and robust design application for laboratories, for example, where harsh substances are often used.
Formica® High Pressure Laminate
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