Solid phenolic resin work surfaces are very similar in nature to high pressure plastic laminates with the exception that the phenolic resin saturated craft paper backers are built up to a finished thickness of ½”" to 1″”. This material is not laminated to another substate material as is high pressure decorative laminate. The backer material and resins may be varied to better suit particular applications. The surface resins may also vary according to product – intended application or manufacturer. Varying performance for specific applications will also vary. Surface appearance can vary from textured or dull gloss to polished (edges included) as desired.
