Laminate countertop

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Overview
POLYBETT® Chemical Resistant Phenolic Laminate is engineered for laboratory countertops, medical worktops and research facilities. It offers a dense, non‑permeable surface with resistance to strong acids, alkalis and common organic solvents, combined with good mechanical and thermal properties for laboratory use.

Product information

• Product name: Phenolic laboratory worktop (chemical resistant laminate)
• Available sheet sizes (examples): 1220 × 1830; 1220 × 2440; 1220 × 3660 × 12; 1300 × 2800; 1300 × 3050; 1530 × 1830; 1530 × 3050; 1530 × 3660 × 12; 1830 × 1830; 1830 × 2440; 1830 × 3660 × 12; 1830 × 4270
• Common colours: gray, white, green, black and others
• Common thicknesses: 12.7 mm, 15 mm, 16 mm
• Surface finish: textured (typical)

Composition

• Chemical‑resistant overlay film
• Decor paper impregnated with melamine resin
• Multiple layers of kraft paper impregnated with phenolic resin (core)

Features

• Resistance to acids, alkalis and many organic solvents
• Corrosion and abrasion resistance
• Impact resistance and dimensional stability
• Heat resistance and cigarette burn resistance
• Dense, waterproof and easy‑to‑clean surface

Applications

• Laboratory benches, countertops and casework in chemical, biological and pharmaceutical labs
• Hospital worktops, dental/medical examination rooms and dialysis centres
• Nursing stations, pathology workrooms and testing facilities
• School and university labs, photography darkrooms, beauty salons

Storage conditions

• Acclimatize laminate and substrate in the same environment for 48 hours before fabrication (recommended ≈ 24 °C and 45–55% RH)
• For best adhesive performance apply adhesives at ≥ 18 °C
• During storage/transport, place sheets on a plate slightly larger than the boards; use protective plates between pallet and boards and above stacks
• Avoid storing near doors or in excessively wet/hot environments; allow at least 72 hours acclimatization before processing or installation

Maintenance instructions

• Avoid contact with ≥96% sulfuric or nitric acid for longer than 5 hours
• Do not expose to non‑standard test reagents or prolonged contact with aggressive corrosives
• Avoid direct contact with objects above ~180 °C (e.g., heat‑dried glassware, open flames, molten metal)
• After use, wipe surface to remove residues of acids, alkalis or solvents
• Do not use strongly acidic/alkaline corrosive cleaners; for persistent stains rinse immediately with dilute hypochlorite then water (prolonged hypochlorite contact may cause discoloration)

Handling
Lift phenolic laminate vertically to reduce scratching; use vacuum lifters where possible.

Production process

• Incoming raw material inspection (resin powder, fillers, papers)
• Impregnation with melamine and phenolic resins
• Assembly of decor and kraft paper layers
• Hot pressing (core forming)
• Cutting to size, quality inspection and packaging

Product advantages

• Dense, non‑permeable surface resists water and dust ingress
• Chemical and cigarette burn resistance with flame‑retardant characteristics
• Easy maintenance with good abrasion, impact and scratch resistance

Company (non‑contact information)
Manufactured by an experienced Chinese producer of floor and laminate products under brands including Polybett; certificates include FSC, CE, ISO9001 and SGS.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Polybett
• Material: Phenolic resin impregnated kraft paper + melamine impregnated decor paper + chemical‑resistant film
• Model / Series: POLYBETT® Chemical Resistant Laminate
• Size: Custom (multiple standard sheet sizes available)
• Color: Gray, white, green, black and others
• Thickness: 12.7 mm; 15 mm; 16 mm
• MOQ: 10 pieces
• Lead time: Typical 25 days
• Surface: Textured