Questions frequently asked about the standards that apply to Formica® high pressure laminate
Question
Which Standards apply to Formica high pressure decorative laminates?
Answer
Formica high pressure laminates conform to EN 438 and ISO 4586. These Standards define the performance of the various grades of laminate in relation to their application. For example, the wear resistance specified for horizontal grade laminate is higher than that specified for vertical grade laminate.
(For more detail, see the collection of Data Sheets under 'Properties / Data Sheets' in the ‘Technical’ section.)
Question
Which is the higher quality specification: European Standard EN438 or International Standard ISO 4586?
Answer
For all practical purposes, EN438 and ISO 4586 can be considered equivalent in terms of performance and quality requirements.
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