Liri America

Liri America is a laminate manufacturer line that has some great selections.

The sheet sizes come 51" x 120" with a thickness of .035". In addition to many solid colors and natural patterns, they also offer the option to print customers' graphics. One's choice in pattern affects the application (vertical or horizontal) as well as the finish. With a wide selection of finishes, giving a textural look, wood grain, metallic aesthetic, mosaic design, and more, clients have plenty of options.

Construction consists of a core of variable thickness obtained with kraft paper treated with phenolic thermoplastic resins. One or two decorative sides made with cellulose paper impregnated with thermoset melamine resins, which give the surface resistance typical of laminates. They are pressed for over an hour at a 100 kg/cm2 pressure and at a temperature on the paper above 130°C. Then, the surface finish is embossed in the laminate through patterned steel press-plates.

Furthermore, these high pressure laminates can be divided into two main families: Thin laminates with a sanded back, which can be glued onto a variety of surfaces: particleboard, plywood, MDF, hardboard and laminates with two decorative faces, thicker and self-supporting.

Liri has issued an Environmental statement claiming to be making strides towards a greener environment. They have been diligently working with the Environmental Management System to develop products and finishes that reduce the thermal power from waste, along with purchasing local materials for construction.

Liri recommends are clients and installers practice safety procedures when handling their product, and they have taken extra measurements to outline them here.

These products have undergone many tests, and here are the results.

Cleaning and maintenance instructions are here. The website also has quite extensive information on shipping, storage, handling, and installation here.