Compact HPL (High Pressure Laminate) panels are engineered through a high-pressure, high-temperature process that transforms layered materials into a solid, structural board with exceptional durability and stability.
Kraft Paper Layers
Multiple layers of high-density kraft paper form the structural base of the panel. These layers are responsible for mechanical strength, impact resistance and dimensional stability.
Thermosetting Resins
The kraft paper is impregnated with thermosetting resins. During production, these resins polymerize under heat and pressure, permanently bonding the layers into a solid, non-porous structure.
High-Pressure Pressing — 90 bar / 150°C
The layered stack is pressed at approximately 90 bar and 150°C. Under these conditions, the materials fuse into a homogeneous compact board, ensuring structural integrity and long-term performance.
Integral Coloured Core
In compact panels, the core is solid and can be colour-matched to the decor. This creates a consistent, through-coloured edge that enhances design coherence, especially in thin worktops and visible-edge applications.