It's generally, used as a finishing layer or protective layer for
plywood, MDF, particleboard, wooden furniture, wall panels and flooring its
made up of a composition of artificial material, they are made of joining thin
layers of flat paper and plastic resins.
The laminate is printed with a
decorative pattern or colour.
What are the Standard Sizes of
Laminate?
What is the Standard Thickness of
Laminate?
What is the manufacturing process of
laminate?
Impregnating the paper: the process
begins by soaking strips of paper in resin. Decorative plastic laminate can be
made in different grades or thicknesses depending on its intended use. There
may be from 7 to 18 layers of paper combined into the final sheet. The bottom
layer is of Kraft paper, the top layer of sheet is translucent middle layer is
the decorative layer.
Drying-resin is impregnated sheets are
then put into the drying chamber and next they are cut into stacked layers. The
clear layer and the decorative layer are on the top of the Kraft paper.
Finishing- dry sheet is cut into the desired size.
TYPES OF LAMINATES BASED ON
MANUFACTURING PROCESS
Low-pressure laminate: Low-pressure
laminates are decorative paper on which melamine polish is applied. Which I
fixed on M.D.E (Medium Density Fibreboard).
High-pressure laminate: High-pressure
laminates are decorative sheets that are fixed on plywood.
Also Read: What Is Laminated Plywood? | Prelamianted Plywood | Lamination - Homeslibro
TYPES OF LAMINATES BASED ON SURFACE
FINISH
1.
Matte finish laminate
2.
Glossy finish laminates
3.
Textured finish laminates
4.
Solid colour laminate
5.
Digital laminates
1. Matte Finish Laminate
Matte finish decorative laminate has a
surface that looks aesthetic and it gives a perfect look when it is being
used for different furniture requirements.
It resists heat and scratch.
2. Glossy finish laminates
Glossy finish laminate area covered
with plastic membrane sheets, acrylic sheet, painted glass, Duco paint, glazed
tiles and paints to achieve the desired high gloss finish.
3. Texture Finished Laminate
In this type of laminate when you touch
it you can feel the texture of laminate.
These laminate create an impressive
impact on the furniture.
4. Solid Colour Laminate
These types of laminates have single
solid colour without any prints or texture on it.
They are mainly used in kitchen countertops and bathroom areas.
5. Digital finished laminates
Digital laminates are customised printed laminates for interiors, which offers architects and designers an easy, simple, and reliable mode of artistic expression.
Uses
Decorate laminates are used for the
interior work of houses.it gives an attractive look for house interiors, walls.
It is also used in industrial areas
which have high resistance to scratch.
It is also used in offices, hotel
furniture.
Advantages
· cleaning process is
easy
· Economical
· Available in a wide
variety of designs, shapes, textures & colours.
· High resistance to
scratch and it is also moisture resistant.
· It has a good
waterproof.
Disadvantages
· It is artificially
made
· It is not durable.
Also Read: Woodworking Materials Guide for Beginners! | Woodworking Handbook
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