High-pressure laminate series combines a thin metal surface with a phenolic paper core, offering a metallic finish that can be fabricated with standard laminate tools. The product line is intended for vertical surfaces and light-duty horizontal applications, including wall cladding, ceilings, door-frame trim, furniture faces and display shelving.
The series is defined by a finely pressed linear texture and the cool appearance of brushed aluminum, creating visual rhythm and tactile depth on walls and furniture faces. Typical uses include branded office walls, elevator-cab interiors and custom cabinetry, where the surface's metallic sheen is meant to provide a distinct architectural detail.
Alu-Metal is a high-pressure laminate made by bonding a thin metal surface to a phenolic paper base. The core is formed from multiple layers of impregnated kraft paper, which the manufacturer says provides structural strength and stability while helping protect the panel from impact damage during transport and fabrication. The construction is also described as reducing wear on router bits and saw blades, allowing fabricators to work with familiar equipment.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard size | 4' × 8' |
| Thickness | Approx. 0.035 in. |
| Surface treatment | Brushed aluminum/copper (painted), anodized |
| Applications | Vertical surfaces and light-duty horizontal surfaces |
The material is compatible with tools and substrates commonly used for standard high-pressure decorative laminates. Cutting, trimming and routing follow conventional laminate practices, and the panel can be bonded to widely used substrate materials. The manufacturer's guidance includes the following points:
- Cutting: Carbide-tipped blades and drill bits should be used to ensure clean cuts.
- Surface protection: The factory-applied transparent protective film should remain in place during fabrication to prevent metal particles from scratching the surface.
- Bonding: Conventional contact adhesives or cold-set adhesives can be used.
- Warping prevention: As with all high-pressure laminates, counterbalancing is required during installation to prevent the substrate from warping under stress.
These steps are intended to preserve the metal surface during fabrication and to limit movement after installation. The protective film should remain in place until the panel is ready for final placement.
Alu-Metal is designed for vertical and light-duty horizontal uses such as wall cladding, suspended ceilings, door-frame trim, furniture surfaces and display shelving. Anodized surfaces are described as highly resistant to wear and color change, supporting long-term appearance retention. Because the surface is metallic, fabricators should avoid direct impact or friction from hard tools that could leave dents.
