What is High Pressure Laminate (HPL)?

HPL is a decorative surface which composes of a resin impregnated kraft paper creating rigidity, a decorative paper to display the design of the laminate, and a clear melamine overlay on top for protection. All of these components are bonded together using high pressure and heat. Once created, the HPL can be bonded to a substrate such as plywood, particle board, or MDF with ease using contact cement/adhesive.

How do I select a thickness?

The thickness of HPL you need depends on your application. Please find the description for both thicknesses below:

• Vertical Grade: Vertical Grade laminates are the choice for surfacing cabinet walls, doors and drawer panels. A couple examples of applications are vertical surfaces of desks and restaurant booths. Vertical Grade laminates are made to also be functional, durable, and decorative, but generally are used where the surface must absorb somewhat less impact than a comparable horizontal surface and serve mostly as architectural cladding.
• Postforming Grade: Postforming Grade laminates are used mainly for horizontal surfaces such as kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, islands, desk tops and table tops. Postforming Grade is thicker than Vertical Grade laminates which gives the sheet more wear and tear capability.

What is the lead time for this product?

Panolam (Nevamar and Pionite) laminates have had erratic changes on fulfillment times from the factory. We are updating our fulfillment time box found above near the Add to Cart button to provide our closest estimate that we receive from the manufacturer in order to inform you the best as possible. The fulfillment time will also force you to review it when adding the items to your cart. If you have any questions, feel free to call into our office at (407) 292-3644.

Can I return this laminate?

Panolam (Nevamar and Pionite) laminate orders are not able to be returned or cancelled if already placed with Panolam for cycle truck delivery. Please keep this in mind when choosing quantity, size, etc. Also keep in mind when orders are placed for the cycle truck.