The most common sheet sizes are 4x8,10 ft, 5x10,12 ft, and 2.5x12 ft. Please reach out to your local Formica representative regarding made-to-order sizes and finishes
Contact, semi-rigid (PVAc), or rigid (urea, resorcinol) adhesives may be used. Certain combinations of finish, substrate, and adhesive can cause telegraphing. Inquire with brand for additional information.
Suitable Substrates
In most applications, the laminate must be bonded to MDF, a #45 density particleboard, or similar substrate. A marginal substrate such as plywood may be used, however it must meet APA standards and be “A” faced, hardwood veneer or multi-ply core plywood. Do not adhere directly to plaster, drywall, or concrete. Panel assemblies should be laminated with the appropriate backing sheet to minimize warpage. Formica® Brand backing sheets (grade 91/BKV or 92/BKH) are recommended for less critical applications. Optimum balancing is obtained by bonding the same surface laminate on both sides of the assembly with the same adhesive. Always align sanding marks in the same direction.
Performance Metrics
Abrasion Wear Resistance
LD3 3.13 Tested - Minimum 400 Cycles
Flammability
Passes FMVSS 302; Not ASTM E84 rated (ASTM E84 rated grades are available)
Flexural Strength
Grade 12 Horizontal Postforming Grade (HGP) Outside radius to ½in (12.7mm) and cove radius to 3/16in(4.8mm). Grade 20 Vertical Postforming Grade (VGP) Outside and inside radii to 3/8in(9.5mm).
Light Blocking
Complete
Lightfastness
LD3 3.3 Tested - Slight Resistance
Maintenance
Damp cloth and mild detergent
Stain Resistance
LD3 3.4 Tested. No effect from reagents 1-10. Moderate effect from reagents 11-15
Water Resistance
LD3 3.5 Tested. Grade 10 (HGP) - No Effect. Grade 12 (HGP) and Grade 20 (HGP) - Slight Resistance
Sustainability
Human Health
Human Health Impact
Health Product Declaration (HPD), Low Emitting/Low VOC, Precautionary List Free, RoHS Compliant, UL GREENGUARD, UL GREENGUARD GOLD, CDPH Standard Method v1.2-2017
VOC Emissions Testing Methodology
CDPH / CHPS 01350 Compliant
Climate Health
Climate Impact
EC3, Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
Emissions
A low-emitting material per GREENGUARD evaluation
Ecosystem Health
Ecosystem Health
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified|Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified - Responsible Forestry
Social Health & Equity
Social Equity Impact
Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) Compliant, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified - Chain of Custody, Made in USA
