Technical Information dispelling traditions - Formica

formica_technical.qxd:formica_technical.qxd 28/11/08 16:01 Page 4IntroductionFormica Limited has always been first and foremost in the laminateindustry and today, Formica ® laminate is more beautiful and moreversatile than ever. It is specified by interior designers, architects,shopfitters, builders, furniture makers and other fabricators becauseit offers an attractive and durable finish.The wide range of designs, colours and simulations, the varietyof grades, adhesives and substrate possibilities, and the differentsurface textures and finishes available make proper specificationand fabrication paramount to successful end-use.This Technical Information Manual provides a quick and easyreference to assist specification, from choosing the correct gradethrough to design considerations and cleaning of laminates in use.Whilst this Technical Information Manual is designed to makespecification easier, it is not intended to discourage personal contactwith Formica Limited. Our Design, Technical Services, FabricationSupport Unit and Sales Departments are ready to provide assistancein specification and fabrication to assure the successful use of Formicadecorative laminate.Important NoteAll information presented in this manual is given subject to FormicaLimited’s current Conditions of Sale. This manual is only a generalguide to good practice and constitutes no form of warranty orrepresentation as to fitness for purpose in respect of the products andprocesses described in it. Formica Limited is engaged in a continuingprogramme of research and development and at least every six monthsusers should check whether Technical Information has been updated.Nothing in this manual should be construed as a grant or anoffer to grant any rights in any products owned by or licensedto Formica Limited.Formica ® , the Formica logo, Formica ® Plain Colours, Formica LifeSeal,Formica ® Solid Surfacing and Formica ColorCore ® are registeredtrademarks of Formica Corporation or its subsidiaries.Formica ® Veneers, Formica ® Metallics are trademarks of FormicaCorporation or its subsidiaries.The company reserves the right to change specification at any timewithout prior notice.3Formica Limited, Coast Road, North Shields, Tyne & Wear NE29 8RE. Tel: 0191 259 3000. Fax: 0191 258 2719.Formica is a registered trade mark of Formica Corporation or its subsidiaries.Technical Services Department April 2004.