What to know before choosing a kitchen in laminate
A laminate kitchen is ideal for someone who is looking for a kitchen that is easy to clean, with aesthetic characteristics of high quality but a low price.
Laminate is an even higher category with characteristics that on first glance are similar to melamine and lacquered.
The difference to these materials is the higher thickness.
The thickness guarantees a better resistance and it can be used also for the exteriors.
Knowing that it can be used outside as well makes us understand the temperatures that it can resist to, so imagine it in our kitchen!
Both furniture and worktops can be made out of laminate.
It is composed of sheets impregnated with phenolic and melamine resins which are glued together.
The thickness varies from 0.6 to 1.2 mm.
Laminate offers a wide range of colors as well as surfaces: matte, glossy, embossed, wood effect.
Thanks to its characteristics it is possible to have a custom made kitchen top.
Strength points of KITCHENS IN LAMINATE:
- Resistant to shocks, infiltrations and humidity.
- Waterproof and hygienic.
- Economic material with excellent aesthetic results.
- Easy to clean: simply wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth soaked in water and neutral detergent.
Weak points of KITCHENS IN LAMINATE:
- Weak resistance to heat. Pay attention to hot pots!
Laminate is one of the most used materials, together with melamine. It is also an inexpensive, versatile and easy to clean material, which is why it is widely used in the construction of modern kitchens.
