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Abet compact gradeworks perfectly with thevarious installationsystems used by cubiclefabricators across the UK.

Abet combines Italian flair and over 50 years’ experience to createinnovative, practical products. Abet compact grade laminate is anideal material for washroom cubicle systems, with its self-supportingstrength and stability. The laminate is also hygienic and easy toclean, with a resistance to wear, moisture and thermal shock.With a comprehensive colour choice, Abet’s range createsstunning cubicles, wall panels, and plumbing panels.

Abet also offers 0.7mm thickness post forming grade laminate tomatch, so they can be used together to suit your project. With achoice of sheet sizes and thicknesses, including a larger panelperfect for a disabled access washroom, Abet’s FSC accreditedcompact grade and decorative laminates are cost effective.

Abet Laminati is the largestproducer of decorative laminatesin Europe, with a presencethroughout the world.

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Abet compact grade laminate is totally water resistant:an essential requirement for public washrooms.

MOISTURERESISTANTAbet compact grade laminate istough and completely water resistantmaking it the perfect surface for thecubicle and changing areas ofswimming pools and other highhumidity environments.

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Complimentary colour schemes can be used forboth aesthetics and to help guide users of thelocker room to the correct location.

PERFORMANCEGRADESAbet produce compact grade and highpressure decorative laminate: each withtheir own performance characteristics.Both products share the same textureand colours and can be mixed andmatched on the same project.

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On this project 0.7mmthickness laminate has beenspecified for the doors toachieve the required thicknesswhilst 12mm compact gradehas been specified for themeeting table.

The Altofina range of high pressure decorative laminates willinstantly transform the everyday to the extra special, withoutimpacting your budget. With a range of over 120 designsincluding colours, woodgrain effects and metallic finishes,Altofina is ideal for creating wall cladding, work surfaces anddoor panels. The range also includes a collection of texturedblack and white surfaces, which feature the latest in laminatesurface technology.

a true world of colour

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Altofina’s sheet sizes are perfect for wall panellingwith minimal waste: keeping the project in budget.

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This meeting table hasAltofina high pressurelaminate on its surface andhas been colour matchedto Döllken ABS edging.

FSC ACCREDITATIONManufactured using environmentally soundproduction techniques, the Altofina range uses kraftpaper derived from softwoods that is either recycledor sourced from sustainable forests. All Altofina plaincolour laminates and several woodgrain effectshave been awarded the FSC accreditation.

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Altofina’ s metallic laminate range can bemachined and bonded using standardwoodworking tools and materials.

FIT FOR PURPOSEAltofina can be bonded to various gradesand thicknesses of chipboard, MDF,metal, mineral, lightweight honeycomband other substrates by specialistfabricators to create rigid panels with avariety of performance characteristics.We can provide you with guidance onwhich type of substrate you would needfor your project and a list of decorativelaminate fabricators.

Altofina is held as an object withinthe NBS National BIM Library.nationalbimlibrary.com/altofina

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Staron – the next generation in solid surfacing. For designersseeking beauty, versatility, and performance, Staron out-classesall other solid surfaces. A range of Staron sinks and bowls canalso be seamlessly integrated into the surfaces for an evenmore dramatic effect.

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Staron can be thermoformed tocreate dramatic sweeping curves.

BEAUTYStaron’s thermoforming capability allows it tobe formed into any shape, enabling sweepingcurves for unique designs. Through sublimation,Staron can have corporate logos, signage anddecorative designs embedded into the surface,without any loss of performance of the material.

Staron’s Dazzling White design is translucent, socan be backlit to create stunning visual effects.

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The joints of this Staron internet desk (below) arevirtually invisible: giving the successful impressionthat this complex but elegant shape has beenformed from a single piece of material.

VERSATILITYStaron has achieved a very high standardof fire resistance with the Euro class Baccreditation, allowing Staron to bespecified within airports and other criticalpublic buildings. Staron has also passedthe ISO 16933 based bomb blast testand is classed as compliant with thestringent requirements of the UK’sDepartment for Transport’s ASIADdocument for the wall panelling systemsused in UK airports.

Staron is NSF-51 food safe and has a widerange of designs which hold the SCSrecycled material content certification.This means that Staron is workingresponsibly to minimise the environmentaleffect of its manufacturing process.Staron’s capability to be repaired in theevent of damage caused by seriousimpact is another environment benefit.

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FUNCTIONALITYStaron can be joined together with inconspicuousseams, allowing incredible designs as well as a joinwhere bacteria cannot develop. As it is a solid surface,designs run unvaryingly throughout its thickness,allowing carving, grooves and cut-outs. Staron is alsoinert, non-toxic and non-porous, making it easy toclean and keep hygienic. This makes it an idealmaterial for washrooms, laboratories and foodpreparation and eating areas.

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Staron is held as an object withinthe NBS National BIM Library.nationalbimlibrary.com/blackheath-products-ltd

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Formica is used forhardwearing horizontalsurfaces, whilst Unilinis used for light dutyvertical surfaces suchas wall panelling.

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Formica high pressure decorative laminate and Unilinmelamine faced chipboard work perfectly together withmatching colours and textures.

two great brands,one common path

Formica® and Unilin have joined forces to create the FormicaUnilin Collection, a new set of materials with a shared range ofdesigns and textures.

Formica is the original decorative laminate, so they have greatknowledge of creating surface decors and textures. Unilin paneldivision is an innovative manufacturer which has revolutionisedthe production of melamine faced chipboard (MFC) andmelamine faced MDF (MFMDF).

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SUSTAINABLESURFACESFormica is committed to sustainablemanufacturing processes and has beenawarded the Carbon Trust’s CarbonReduction label. The decorative laminatesare produced to the FSC accreditation,whilst Unilin MFC and MFMDF achievethe high environmental standard of PEFC.

Unilin’s lower cost is a great advantage on projectsthat need large, light duty areas to be surfaced.

ENDLESS APPLICATIONSTogether Formica and Unilin offer solutions for all typesof applications.

Formica High Pressure decorative laminate is perfect fordemanding surface applications in areas with high wear,humidity and impact. Unilin MFC and MFMDF are perfectfor vertical surfaces, furniture and other interiors. A rangeof matching edging tape guarantees a perfect finish.

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Formica Unilin’s extensive colourpallet will ensure you have all thechoices you need.

This brilliant product is an acrylic polymer glasswhich has been coated with a wide spectrum ofhigh gloss and metallic colours. The result is adurable and beautiful collection of realistic glasseffect panels which are suitable for interior wall anddoor applications.

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The reflective qualities of Mazan acrylic glasscan make an ordinary space look fantastic.

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REFLECTIVEAvailable in a 4mm panel thickness, Mazan acrylicglass panels achieve a remarkable depth of colourintensity with light and shadow reflecting throughits surface and exposed edges – just like glass.

The choice of 19 different Mazan coloursboosts the potential for designers to createbeautiful surfaces.

WET AREASMazan is both 100% waterproof andsafe. It is also hygienic and can be easilycleaned, making it a perfect material forshower enclosures, plumbing panels andsplashbacks in kitchen areas.

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ALTERNATIVE TO GLASSMazan acrylic glass panels can be recycled and usemuch less energy than glass during their production.

Unlike real glass, Mazan panels cannot be shatteredby impact and are inexpensive. They can be machinedwith standard wood working tools on site. No need fortime consuming and expensive templating procedures.

The variety of sheet sizes availablemake Mazan an efficient product tospecify, because wasteful offcuts canbe kept to a minimum.

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Oberflex, part of the Ober Group, offers the widest range of realwood laminates in the world, with more than 60 species ofwood available across almost 600 products. The range includesspecialty acoustic, magnetic and writable laminates and panels.

Oberflex is one of the first timber companies to have undertakenits Bilan Carbone (carbon footprint, greenhouse emissionsassessment tool). It has reduced its formaldehyde emissions towell below regulatory limits. Oberflex also offers PEFC and FSCcertified products.

Oberflex prides itself on its very highproduction quality: a characteristicwhich is essential for such a delicateand rare commodity as wood.

REAL WOODLAMINATESCombine the beauty and exclusivityof real wood with the toughness andpracticality of a decorative laminate.Oberflex real wood laminate use avariety of veneer cuts including flat cut,quarter cut, random matching andbook matching. In addition, there are5 different finishes ranging from waxedand silk finishes to raw and naturalwood finishes.

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ACOUSTIC PANELSOberflex’s new collection of acoustic wall panelshas been created by the 5.5 designers agency.There are numerous perforation designs, forexample life line and rain. The greater percentageof perforation in a panel, the greater theabsorbtion of sound.

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Part of the Ober decorative laminate range,Color is a collection of decorative laminatedpanels designed by Patrick Norguet forinterior design use. 162 panels consisting of18 handpicked colours in 9 original patternsand textures. The colours are extra matteand deep, similar to that of blotting paper.

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A series of real metal laminates from Oberwith up to 12 different finishes and textures.The use of these textures and finishescompletely transforms these metal decorsin a truly fascinating way – you need tosee them to believe this!

Marotte is part of the Ober group. The company designsand produces simply stunning aesthetic and technicalinnovations for interior design, with an excellent materialquality. Using extraordinarily deep textures, Marotte literallyplays with reflected light to give designers a fantasticopportunity to create unique interior spaces.

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CARVED PANELSUsing the latest CNC machiningtechnology to create deep structureswithin a combination of MDF, realwood veneers, thermoformed tintedfilm and Samsung Staron solidsurface material.

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Borg! is one of Marotte’s products and iscomposed of 36 designs divided into 6structures and available in 6 natural woodspecies. The wood surface is sublimatedand protected by a monocoat finish, whichgives a completely natural feel to the panel.

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‘Gloss’ is the new collection of Marottecarved panels. Three exclusive finishesare offered; Ice Gloss, Black Gloss andMetal Gloss – featuring 6 models ofsculptures. The three finishes areobtained by applying a thermoformedmass tinted film on an MDF substrate,which has previously been carved. Thistechnique combines stability and surfaceresistance. The deeply carved panelsreflect light in a remarkable way creatingfascinating high gloss designs.

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We can provide valuable technical assistanceand support to designers who are creatingimaginative spaces for a variety of projects.

Our case studies show just someexamples of the projects we have worked

on in partnership with architects andinterior designers.

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The design brief was a tremendouschallenge. The plinth had to support thearmature for the Stegosaurus withoutactually touching it, eliminating the riskof vibration or impact movement.

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CASE STUDY

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUMAfter visiting Blackheath’s Staron exhibition stand at the 100Percent Design Show, the Natural History Museum’sin-house designer, Gemma Smith, worked with us and award-winning design, build and fit out company, Paragon Creative.

York-based Paragon Creative was commissioned to create aplinth which would house the most complete Stegosaurusskeleton in the world. The dinosaur, on display at London’sNatural History Museum, was discovered in 2003 in WyomingUS and existed around 150 million years ago.

In total, the armature and skeleton weighs 900kg. Paragon’sProduction Design and Solid Surface facility designed an internalindependent steel frame inside the outer plinth, which sits onbespoke shock absorbent feet. The outer plinth then surroundsand covers this inner plinth with no contact what so ever. Thisouter plinth is covered in two colours of Staron Solid Surface(Sanded Tundra and Sanded Stratus). Each layer has been CNCcut and fabricated to exact dimensions, which keeps thecontours precise and even, and ensures the structure of theplinth is strong enough to carry the weight of the Stegosaurus.

The whole plinth and Armature was then erected in Paragon’sSolid Surface workshop in York before being dismantled andshipped down to the Natural History Museum and installed onsite behind tight security.

Paragon also built a Staron Solid Surface interpretation table, incorporatingreplicas of the dinosaur supplied by Propshop and Graphics and AV by theNatural History Museum.

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MERTHYR TYDFIL COLLEGEMerthyr Tydfil College needed reception counters for the mainentrance and each department entrance, as well as food servicecounters and cash desks for the coffee shop and refrectory areas.

The Staron design: Tempest Zenith was chosen as it bestreflected the appearance of the shale rock that makes upa large part of the geology of the Merthyr Tydfil area.

Each of the reception desks were machined with a CNC routerto allow Bright White Staron to be inlaid flush into the Zenithdesign to provide location signage in both Welsh and English.This work, while intricate, provided bold and clear signs that areeasily cleaned and will stay looking as good as new.

The project architect was Boyes Rees of Cardiff and the maincontractor was Interserve. The reception counters weremanufactured by Limebright of Newport Gwent and the serviceand coffee shop surfaces were manufactured by Counterlineof Liverpool.

Staron’s design features were utilisedto their full; hygienic and easy to cleanseamless surfaces with strongconstruction and great looks!

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“The support and technical assistanceprovided by Blackheath has provedinvaluable on our commercial projects.”Roann Marble Company Limited

CASE STUDY

CAFFE RIZZOLI,MEADOWHALL SHOPPING CENTRECaffe Rizzoli teamed up with Staron and Blackheath(the exclusive Staron distributor in the UK and Ireland) to createa stylish, sophisticated meeting place, eatery and prosecco barin a busy public area within the Meadowhall shopping centre inSheffield. The underside of a public spiral staircase cleverly actsas the home for a working kitchen.

Alongside ABA Architecture Ltd and the Roann MarbleCompany, Blackheath supplied Staron Bright White for seating,kitchen surfaces and food service areas. Despite the fast-pacedenvironment, Staron’s seamless joins and elegantly thermoformedshapes provide a sense of calm in the contemporary space.

Sweeping arcs of Staron Bright White surfaces form theperimeter and a solid structure for the installation of recessedlighting, glass screens and seating areas. With no visible joinsand smooth, non-porous surfaces, Staron gives Caffe Rizzolieasy to clean, totally hygienic and robust surfaces for foodpreparation in the kitchen and the serving of food and drink inthe café and bar.

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GUY’S HOSPITALFor the completion of its main entrance refurbishment in 2011,Guy’s Hospital in London wanted to recreate the London skylineinside its public areas.

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust commissionedthe design partnership Artinsite to shoot three panoramaphotographs featuring iconic buildings from around the hospital’ssite at London Bridge.

The images were selected to pick up the colours of the Trust’sway-finding scheme and positioned to make best use of thethree wall elevations. The images were digitally printed ontodurable and hygienic class 1 fire rated laminate / MDF compositepanels to satisfy all building regulations.

These panels were produced to a maximum height of 4.5 metresand ranged from 12 to 20 metres in length. These impressivedisplays of famous London scenes are designed to put visitorsto Guy’s Hospital at ease, by creating a familiar visualenvironment with a great sense of space.

Blackheath worked as part of the team alongside Artinsite andthe supplier to produce stunning artwork which has won muchcritical acclaim since its installation.

“Blackheath were very helpful andsourced the different aspects ofproduction for us - their knowledge ofthe industry is impressive. Blackheathwere true partners in that they took onthe responsibility for getting the projectright - for us and for Guy’s Hospital.”Louisa Williams, Artinsite

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STOURBRIDGE COLLEGEDuring 2015, Stourbridge College Library was completelyrefurbished. For this project, we worked with commercialinteriors and retail display fit out company Apex Design Ltdas designers, contractors and installers.

Staron Bright White 12mm solid surfacing material was used witha lime green high pressure laminate to create the circular surfacesfor the internet and email access points within the Library.

Staron Bright White was selected, as it is readily available fromBlackheath Products: a crucial consideration for any contractorwhen the project lead time is tight. It is also hygienic, very easy toclean and hard wearing. Its solid colour also gives it the flexibilityto be formed into circles (and any other shape) seamlessly.

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SamplesA USB drive containing high-resimages of all decors in the range.Also available is a swatch chartshowing actual laminate samplesincluding the surface finish.

LiteratureThe latest Altofina brochure isavailable.

SamplesThe Staron sample case with alldesigns available to be seen.

LiteratureThe Staron architects binder, thecommerial brochure, the kitchenand bathroom brochure and acare and maintenance / warrantyleaflet are fully available.

Altofina high pressure laminates fully comply with therequirements of BS EN 438, NEMA LD3, ISO 4586parts 1 and 2, including abrasion, impact, moistureresistance, postformability, tensile strength, safety ofinstallation and ease of maintenance. Several designsare FSC accredited.

ApplicationsAltofina HPL is perfect for all vertical and horizontalinterior applications. Altofina is competitively priced fora cost effective option for large spaces.

Abet is a high pressure laminate (HPL) which whenbonded to a choice of substrates becomes a versatiledecorative panel. Abet also produce compact grade:generally in 12mm thickness, this is a self-supportingand robust product with protective coating on bothsides. All products are available in a huge range ofplain colours, abstract designs, wood and stoneeffects. Postforming grade is standard and fire ratedproducts are also available. Abet has ISO 14001,BS EN 438:2005 and ISO 4586 certification. Most ofits products are CE marked.

Staron is a blend of acrylic polymer, natural mineralsand pigments. It is 100% waterproof, easy to cleanand totally hygienic. It can be jointed with virtuallyinvisible seams and the design colour runs all the waythrough the thickness, so it can be carved and shapedwithout losing the design at it’s edges. Staron can bethermoformed to create endless shapes. Many ofStaron’s designs meet the stringent Euro fire retardentclass B and it has passed the ISO 19933 basedbomb test. It is also UV resistant. There are 80 plaincolours, abstract designs and stone effects available.

SamplesSwatches and individual samplesare available for the HPL range.Sample charts are available for thecompact grade range.

LiteratureA full product directory is availablealongside a specialist washroombrochure for the Abet compactgrade range.

Mazan acrylic glass is a polymer glass, painted on oneside with plain and metallic colours. Available in severalsheet sizes, with both sides protective coated. Mazan isshatterproof but looks like real glass! It is waterproof,totally hygienic, heat resistant up to 100°C and offersgood UV, stain and scratch resistance. It can be installedwithout templating using wood working tools.

ApplicationsPerfect as a shower screen in a bathroom orsplashback in a kitchen and for any other interior,vertical decorative surface.

SamplesA box of 75mm x 75mm of samplesof all 19 colours plus a sampledisplay stand are available.

LiteratureMazan has a commercial projectbrochure and a kitchen andbathroom retail brochure. Installation,warranty and maintenance guidesare also available.

Our expert team at Blackheath is on hand to answer any questions youmight have. We can also provide any samples or extra literature needed tohelp you create imaginative interiors.

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This is the Oberflex range of plain colour and metallic laminates.Each décor can be selected with any one of a large range ofdistinctive and unique textures that totally transforms the lookof each laminate.

ApplicationsPure Paper’s striking designs offer new possibilitiesfor designers.

Samples and LiteratureA complete set of sample charts and product brochures forboth the Color and Metal collections are available.

Call us on 0121 561 3939or visit our websitewww.blackheathproducts.co.uk

Real wood laminate products. Oberflex select realwood veneers to ensure there is consistency of colourand grain. This is a critical requirement of manyprojects which demand real wood. Oberflex takes itsenvironmental responsibilities very seriously: it has tobecause it is producing real wood products. It iscertified for FSC and PEFC and LEED and hasregistered BREEAM criteria. Oberflex can create realwood laminates plus fire rated laminates that achieveEuro class B. In addition they are specialists increating panels to control the acoustics in a room.

The Marotte range comprises 2 ranges of panel products: Borg!and Gloss. Borg! has a wooden surface which is sublimated andprotected by a monocoat finish, which gives a completely naturalfeel to the panel. Gloss is a collection of deeply carved MDFpanels each available with surface finishes which are obtained byapplying a thermoformed mass tinted film on the MDF substrate.

ApplicationsMarotte is ideal for interior and vertical application, particularlyfor striking feature walls.

Samples and LiteratureA complete set of product brochures and samples are available.

ApplicationsOberflex is perfect for interior andvertical application, giving a striking‘real wood’ appearance.

SamplesA complete set of sample chartsis available.

Literature A product directory is availableon request.

All decors and textures are available as both highpressure laminate (HPL) and 18mm Melamine FacedChipboard (MFC). The HPL is certified EN438:2005and the MFC is EN14322. Both products comply withFSC and PEFC requirements. ABS and melamineedging is available in all décors.

ApplicationsHPL and MFC can be specified together on the sameinterior project because they share the same texturesand décors. Use HPL for hard wearing horizontalapplications and MFC for light duty vertical applications.

SamplesSwatches and individual samplesare available. A chipchart using HPLsamples is available.

LiteratureA full product directory isavailable alongside a specialistwashroom brochure.

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ABS Decorative Edging(Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)Thermally resilient thermoplastic and impactresistant with excellent end of life disposalcharacteristics, ABS is suitable for flat paneledging as well as internal and external radii.ABS decoratively colour matches numerousHPL, MFC and MFMDF surface designs.

Acrylic GlassAn acrylic polymer glass which has beencoated on one side with plain and metalliccolours. It looks like real glass but isshatterproof, waterproof, totally hygienic,heat resistant up to 100°C and offers goodUV, stain and scratch resistance. Availablein 4mm thickness.

High Pressure DecorativeLaminates (HPL)Manufactured through fusing layers of resinimpregnated decorative paper and kraftpaper under high pressure and temperatureto create a durable surface, usually 1mm inthickness, which can be used flat or curved.The flexible laminate can be bonded tovarious grades and thicknesses ofchipboard or MDF to create a rigid structure.

High Pressure Compact GradeDecorative Laminates (CGL)This is a solid laminated core comprisingmultiple layers of black dyed resinimpregnated kraft papers and a decorativepaper on both faces. Its thickness can bespecified to be between 3mm and 30mmwhich means it can be rigid and selfsupporting. CGL is tough and highly waterresistant and is therefore perfect for wet areas.

High Pressure Linersand Backing Grade LaminatesManufactured through fusing layers of resinimpregnated kraft paper under high pressureand temperature to create a durable surface,usually 1mm in thickness, which can beused flat or curved. This product is oftenspecified without a decorative surfacebecause it is used on the reverse side of apanel to balance the structure of thechipboard or MDF panel which has beenfaced with a decorative laminate.

Melamine Faced Chipboard (MFC)Melamine impregnated decorative papersare bonded under heat and pressure toboth sides of chipboard. A low cost panelsuitable for low impact and low humidityenvironments.

Melamine Faced Medium DensityFibreboard (MFMDF)Melamine impregnated decorative papersare bonded under heat and pressure toboth sides of medium density fibreboard.A low cost panel suitable for low impactand low humidity environments.

Solid SurfacingA blend of acrylic polymer, natural minerals(aluminium tri-hydroxide) and pigments,solid surfacing is a completely inert andnon-porous material. It is therefore a safe,hygienic material for use in food preparationand all other surfacing applications.

The use of thermoforming andinconspicuous seams combined withfantasy and real stone effects can help thedesigner create truly unique and highperforming surfaces.

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