HPL laminate: everything you need to know

Today we are going to talk about HPL laminate, clarifying the characteristics, peculiarities and uses of this material.

Here is all you need to know about this material

What is HPL laminate?

HPL is a new generation laminate obtained with the help of a special process. Basically, it consists of sheets of kraft paper combined with decorative paper and plastic material, which is usually the finishing layer.

Paper and plastic are pressed at certain temperatures, resulting in the lamination process. HPL is therefore a special high-pressure laminate. PRINT HPL (Decorative High-Pressure Laminate) is made up of several layers of Kraft paper compressed and heated at high pressure, to obtain a particularly strong and resistant product.

HPL laminate, features and characteristics

HPL laminate is a covering material (HPL laminate for floors or other types of coverings) mainly used in the furniture sector. The great commercial success of this material is attributable to the fact that it is able to boast high resistance performance, despite its very limited thickness.

As mentioned above, its composition is in fact characterised by the presence of several layers of natural and decorated kraft paper, mixed with special melamine and phenolic resins. The compound is pressurised at high temperatures to achieve lamination.

One of the main characteristics of HPL laminate is its high strength. The material is particularly resistant to scratches, wear and tear and high temperatures. Thanks to its characteristics, this material can be used to make bathroom furniture that is suitable for children or pets.

HPL laminate is also a material that could be described as particularly hygienic. Its surface is not porous at all and therefore does not allow dirt to penetrate. Because it is non-porous, cleaning the surface is extremely quick and effective. HPL laminate is not only resistant to high temperatures, it is also highly resistant to light. The material is not affected by UV rays and is therefore not subject to discolouration and retains its natural shine.

This type of laminate is also particularly attractive and appealing from an aesthetic point of view. HPL laminate is also a very tactile material: its surface is reminiscent of wood grain, making it an attractive alternative to wood.

Finally, one of the considerable advantages and strengths of HPL laminate is its aesthetics, this time in the area of functionality. Thanks to its strength and versatility, the material is now used in the bathroom sector to create minimalist solutions. A classic example is the latest generation of integrated washbasins. In addition, the price of HPL panels is affordable and accessible to all.

The best 12 mm HPL laminate top

If you are looking for an HPL laminate top that meets the highest quality standards, this is the product you are looking for. This is a beautiful round or square 12 mm HPL laminate top, available in the following finishes respectively:

• white
• grey
• turtledove
• anthracite
• cement
• corten with black core edge

On request, the top is also available in total white and fenix black finishes (only for square tops).

Alternatively Tavolisedie.com offers you another model of 12 mm stratified HPL top: this product is available in the finishes

• white
• light grey
• anthracite
• cement and Carrara marble with black sloping core edge

Upon request, the product is also available in sizes 89 X 89, 119 X 79 and 139 X 79, in white and anthracite finishes.