Melamine

Melamine material has come along way from when it first introduced.  It is very dense because of higher pressures used during the manufacturing process. In addition, the resins used to bind the particles of wood together, that make up the core, are stronger and impregnate the wood more deeply making the material stronger.  Melamine is often referred to as "thermal fused melamine materials".

Definition  The word  "melamine" refers to the finish applied to the particleboard.  The finish is heat sealed into the wood for a durable, scratch resistant finish.

Products  There are various grades of particleboard and melamine.  Melamine is widely used in many products.  Melamine dinnerware is a product you will see in many homes.

Cabinet Colors  Melamine for cabinets is usually thermal fused on plywood or particleboard.  It is available in colors — usually white, black, and shades of gray — as well as several wood grains.

Characteristics of Melamine

• High resistance to heat and physical/chemical degradation

• Moisture resistance (adhesives)

• Surface properties such as hardness, gloss and scratch resistance (for example in laminates and coatings)

• Flame retardant (polyurethane foams)

Melamine comes in a variety
of colors and grains.

This closet is a typical use of Melamine.