The main purpose of a door is to control physical access and securing the property. But it doesn’t mean that you have to compromise on its design or spend a huge amount on it. There is a much better and reliable material available in the market than wood veneer or metal. Thanks to Formica for inventing high-pressure laminates! Now, Formica India is coming up with different types of designer laminates, decorative laminates, wooden laminates and special door laminates. Why Choose Laminate doors? Let’s see the benefits!
Laminates, also known as designer or decorative laminates are artificially produced materials made from paper and plastic resins. Similar to veneers these are also used as an overlay over wooden surfaces to increase their beauty.
(Note: In India, people often refer to laminates by the name of Sunmica)
· Design: Laminates are available in uncountable numbers of design from solid colors to patterns and different texture. With 180fx finish (available in Formica India) these high pressure laminates can imitate almost any material and looks realistic. There are also wooden laminates available in the market that resemble wood grain patterns and look exactly like wood! Since decorative laminates are made from designs printed on paper, there is a wide variety available.
· Durability: Laminates are easier to maintain. They are scratch-resistant, waterproof and usually retain their look for years, while wood veneer requires on-site finish and then re-finishing in a few years. Metal doors easily get corroded affecting the durability of the door. Laminate is easy to clean with everyday cleaning solvents. Even if you get it replaced or get an additional door, its design will surely match. Edges of any door can easily get damaged, but with laminated doors, they can be replaced easily and are sure to match.
· Cost Efficient: High-quality veneers and metal doors are much costlier than laminates and need high maintenance. Comparatively, door laminates are really cheap and durable. Even if replacement is required, designer laminates cost you much. It’s smooth, clean, non-porous surface makes it perfect for all weather and every climate condition.
· Environment Friendly: As laminates are made of renewable resources like paper and plastic, it follows an environment-friendly process. It’s made with post-industrial recycled content. Making of a designer laminate or door laminate do not involve destroying exotic wood species. So, if you’ll use high-pressure laminates then you’ll also contribute to nature by using the environment-friendly material.
Laminates are the best door materials as its aesthetic, pocket-friendly and also eco-friendly. And you don’t have to compromise on color or design either!