Laminate Intro Flashcards
What does TFM stand for?
Thermally Fused Melamine/Laminate
What is is HPL?
High Pressure Laminate
What is VG?
Vertical Grade Laminate - thinnest laminate paper @ .7mm
What is SG?
Standard Grade Laminate - thickest laminate paper (used for high gloss laminate)- 1.2mm
What is FR material?
Fire Rated - flammability is lower/slower - not all products can be FR
What is NAF?
No Added Formaldehyde (NAUF is old term)
If the box is laminate, what is it made out of 99% of the time?
TFM - Thermally Fused Melamine
What is FSC?
Forest Stewardship Council (Certification)
For Laminate - what is NOT FSC rated?
Anything Pre-Laid Up - aka TFM
Which laminate comes already applied?
TFM - thermally fused melamine
Which laminate is laid in house?
HPL - high pressure laminate
Typically, what is the the other exterior requiring SG?
High Gloss
T/F - Is laminate recommended for horizontal surfaces (i.e benches)?
No
Can laminate be color cored all the way through?
Yes, for an upcharge.
Is TFM antimicrobrial?
No