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HIGH PRESSURE LAMINATE (HPL)

High Pressure Decorative Laminate B1 Fire-Rated HPL Sheet

Class B1 fire-rated high pressure decorative laminate in 0.7mm and 1.0mm, 4'x8' and 5'x10'. 300+ decors, E0/E1 rated, post-formable. Request your free quote.

  • Thickness - 0.7 / 1.0 mm
  • Sheet Size - 4'×8' · 5'×10'
  • Fire Rating - Class B1
  • Formaldehyde - E0 / E1
  • Decors - 300+
  • Textures - 20+
  • Overview
  • Recommended Products

01 BUILT FOR SURFACES THAT TAKE A BEATING

High pressure decorative laminate is what specifiers reach for when a surface has to look pristine and survive daily commercial traffic at the same time. Unlike standard melamine board, HPL is formed by fusing multiple layers under intense heat and physical pressure — phenolic resin-impregnated kraft paper, a decorative colour layer, and a melamine-treated wear overlay bonded into a single non-porous sheet.

That molecular fusion is the whole point. There is no open structure for water, grease or cleaning chemicals to enter, which is why the material holds up in hospitals, canteens and hotel corridors where a lesser surface delaminates within a season.

Melaminart supplies this decorative high pressure laminate sheet in two working grades: a 1.0 mm flat panel for heavy-duty horizontal and vertical surfaces, and a 0.7 mm post-forming grade that bends around a radius for seamless wrapped edges. Both run 300+ decors across solid colours, woodgrains, stone patterns and textile designs, and both colour-match into our wider board programme.

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02 WHY SPECIFIERS CHOOSE HPL

Six properties that decide the specification on a commercial project.

Class B1 Fire Retardancy

Achieves national Class B1 flame-retardant certification. The thermoset resin slows flame spread, self-extinguishes once the heat source is removed, and releases minimal smoke.

Superior Scratch Resistance

Surface hardness far exceeds standard decorative melamine board — resists micro-scratches from keys, writing instruments and heavy kitchenware.

Chemical & Stain Resistance

The sealed melamine surface blocks grease, sauces, household disinfectants and moderate acids. Spills wipe off without permanent staining.

E0 / E1 Eco Rating

Ultra-low formaldehyde emissions meeting E0 and E1 green building standards. Asbestos-free and radiation-free.

300+ Decors, 20+ Textures

Solid colours, woodgrain, stone grain and fabric textures, paired with matte, gloss and embossed finishes for genuine visual and tactile depth.

Post-Formable Thin Grade

The 0.7 mm grade chamfers and bends to a radius of 10× thickness, achieving corner designs and seamless wrapped edges.

 
03 THREE LAYERS, ONE FUSED SHEET

The durability of a fire-resistant laminate sheet comes from how the layers are built up — and from the fact that pressure fuses them into a single non-porous body rather than a glued sandwich.

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Melamine-Impregnated Overlay

The crystal-clear wear layer. Provides the anti-scratch performance and resists abrasion and impact, keeping the pattern below pristine.

Decorative Colour Paper

Infused with melamine resin. Carries the solid tone, woodgrain, stone pattern or textile design in high definition.

Phenolic Resin-Impregnated Kraft Paper

The structural core. Under high pressure the phenolic resin cures into a heavy-duty matrix, delivering structural integrity, water protection and dimensional stability.

04 FLAT AND POST–FORMING, ONE SUPPLIER

Two working grades cover flat panel fabrication and wrapped-edge work, with decors matched across both so a single project reads as one material.

Parameter

Flat HPL Panel

Post-forming HPL Panel

Standard Thickness

1.0 mm — heavy-duty flat surfaces

0.7 mm — thermoformable, bendable grade

Standard Sizes

4′×8′ (1220×2440 mm) · 5′×10′ (1525×3050 mm)

4′×8′ (1220×2440 mm) · 5′×10′ (1525×3050 mm)

Colour & Texture

300+ solid, woodgrain and stone styles

300+ colorays matched seamlessly

Surface Finishes

20+ textures (matte, gloss, embossed)

Smooth, semi-matte, soft textures

Bending Capability

Rigid flat application

Bending radius down to 10× thickness

Flame Retardancy

Class B1 (Class A customisable)

Class B1

Formaldehyde Rating

E0 / E1

E0 / E1


05 FLAT AND POST–FORMING, ONE SUPPLIE

Two working grades cover flat panel fabrication and wrapped-edge work, with decors matched across both so a single project reads as one material.

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Light Oak | Woodgrain | #8c7f74

Walnut | Woodgrain | #817772

89

Solid Colours

143

Woodgrain

12

Metallics

6

Stone

6

Textiles

06 WHERE HPL GETS SPECIFIED

From furniture and cabinetry through to wall cladding in high-traffic public buildings.

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Hospital Wards & Corridors

Sealed surface takes daily disinfection; integrated handrails and wall panels run the full corridor length.

Nurse Stations

Custom printed decors on a wipe-clean face.

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Treatment Rooms

Wall and ceiling in one matched decor.

Office & Commercial Interiors

Lift lobbies, meeting-room walls and circulation corridors — Class B1 rating suits enclosed public routes.

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Furniture & Cabinetry

Doors, carcases and tall units.

Curved & Column Cladding

The post-forming grade wraps radiused walls and columns without a visible joint — the detail that separates HPL from rigid board.

07 SPECIFIED ON LIVE PROJECTS

Photographs of completed installations using our laminate programme — healthcare interiors where hygiene and fire compliance are mandatory, and corporate fit-outs where the finish has to survive public circulation.

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Ward Companion Area

Printed decor band on wipe-clean panel

Hospital Lift Lobby

Woodgrain cladding with impact handrail

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Patient Ward

Wall panels, bed-head units and built-in joinery in matched decors

Outpatient Hall

Column cladding across an open concourse

Clinic Waiting Corridor

Full-height panelling, flush door integration

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Ward Nurse Station

Accent colour against neutral corridor

Conference Zone

Seamless panel runs carrying wayfinding

Corporate Corridor

Display wall in a headquarters fit-out

Executive Lift Lobby

Woodgrain cladding to walls and ceiling


08 WHAT THIS MEANS FOR A TRADE BUYER

01 | Lower Lifecycle Cost

Minimises replacement cycles, reducing long-term repair spend in high-traffic commercial spaces.

02 | Integrated Substrate Compatibility

HPL decors match 3 mm fibreglass boards, compact laminates and edge-banding films, letting fabricators build unified multi-material systems.

03 | International Compliance for Tenders

Class B1 and E0/E1 ratings help partners qualify for public tenders, commercial bids and green-certified projects.

09 HIGH PRESSURE DECORATIVE LAMINATE SPECIFICATIONS

Parameter

Specification

Product Type

High pressure decorative laminate (HPL) / fire-resistant decorative sheet

Thickness

0.7 mm (post-forming) · 1.0 mm

Sheet Sizes

4′×8′ (1220×2440 mm) · 5′×10′ (1525×3050 mm)

Construction

Melamine overlay + decorative colour paper + phenolic kraft core

Fire Rating

Class B1 (Class A available on request)

Formaldehyde

E0 / E1

Decors Available

300+ — solid, woodgrain, stone grain, textile

Surface Textures

20+ — matte, gloss, embossed

Post-forming Radius

Down to 10× material thickness

Post-forming Temperature

160 – 180 °C

Material Safety

Asbestos-free, radiation-free, low VOC

Substrate Compatibility

Colour-matched with quartz fibreboard (medical panels), phenolic/compact panels, 3 mm fibreglass board, edge-banding films

Application

Interior only (UV-resistant exterior grade available on request)

 
10 QUESTIONS BUYERS ASK

Q: Can this high pressure decorative laminate be used outdoors?

A: Standard HPL is designed for interior use. For outdoor architectural facades we offer a specialised UV-resistant exterior grade — contact our sales team for custom exterior solutions.

Q: What is the correct heating method for the post-forming grade?

A: Heat the target bending strip to between 160 °C and 180 °C. This temporarily softens the phenolic resins, allowing seamless curves down to 10 times the material's thickness.

Q: Are these fire-resistant laminate sheets safe for schools and hospitals?

A: Yes. Our laminates emit virtually zero VOCs and are E0/E1 compliant, free from asbestos, heavy metals and radiation.

Q: Can you colour-match to our existing board programme?

A: Our HPL decors are colour-matched with quartz fibreboard (medical-grade panels), phenolic/compact panels and edge-banding films. Send us your reference and we will confirm the match.

11 SERVICE GUARANTEE FOR EVERY ORDER

Colour Card & Samples

Full decor colour card and cut samples before you commit.

Custom Fire Rating

Class A flame retardancy available on request alongside standard Class B1.

Colour Matching

Decors matched across HPL, compact panel, fibreglass board and edge banding.

Export Packing

Palletised and crated for container handling.

Tender Documentation

Certification paperwork supplied for public and commercial bids.

Technical Support

Post-forming guidance and fabrication support from our technical team.

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