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Arborite W481 Essential Nordic Wood Laminate Sheet, Vertical, Postform, Fire-Rated and Compact Grades, Multiple Sizes
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Arborite W481 Essential Nordic Wood Laminate Sheet, Vertical, Postform, Fire-Rated and Compact Grades, Multiple Sizes
Arborite W481 Essential Nordic Wood is a woodgrain laminate design sold as 1 sheet with wide grade choices: A3 Vertical HPL, A4 Postform HPL, 30PL Fire Rated HPL and S038 Compact Laminate. Sizes run from 48 in. x 96 in. to 60 in. x 144 in. in Trail Wood, Casual Wood or Cashmere Finish depending on the variant.
Key Features:
- Nordic decor: Essential Nordic Wood is a light woodgrain design related to Arborite's Nordic Wood group.
- Four grades: Available in A3 Vertical HPL, A4 Postform HPL, 30PL Fire Rated HPL and S038 Compact Laminate.
- Fire-rated option: The 30PL Fire Rated HPL grade is intended for interiors where a fire-rated laminate is specified.
- Compact panel: The S038 Compact Laminate is a self-supporting panel grade for projects without a substrate.
- Three finishes: Offered in (TW) Trail Wood, (CW) Casual Wood and (CA) Cashmere Finishes.
- Three sheet sizes: Available in 48 x 96, 48 x 120 and 60 x 144 in. sheets.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Arborite |
| Manufacturer model | W481 |
| Sell unit | 1 sheet |
| Design number | W481 |
| Design name | Essential Nordic Wood |
| Material | High-pressure laminate (HPL); S038 Compact Laminate |
| Available finishes | (CA) Cashmere Finish; (CW) Casual Wood Finish; (TW) Trail Wood Finish |
| Available grades | 30PL Fire Rated HPL; A3 Vertical HPL; A4 Postform HPL; S038 Compact Laminate |
| Available sheet sizes | 48 in. x 96 in.; 48 in. x 120 in.; 60 in. x 144 in. |
| Fire rating | 30PL Fire Rated HPL grade is listed (rating class as printed: 30PL) |
| Surface / pattern | Woodgrain Nordic wood decor |
| Recommended use | A3 vertical surfaces; A4 postformed horizontal surfaces; 30PL fire-rated interiors; S038 compact self-supporting panels |
Coverage & How Much You Need:
A 48 in. x 96 in. sheet covers 32 sq ft, a 48 in. x 120 in. sheet covers 40 sq ft, and a 60 in. x 144 in. sheet covers 60 sq ft before waste. Match the sheet size to your longest run to reduce seams.
Fit and Compatibility:
A3 and A4 grades bond with contact adhesive to particleboard, MDF or plywood and should be balanced with a backer sheet. The S038 Compact grade is self-supporting and needs no substrate; the 30PL Fire Rated grade is specified where code-required fire performance applies, per the printed grade name.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is included in one order?
A: One Arborite W481 Essential Nordic Wood sheet in the finish, grade and size you select; compact S038 items are sold as 1 panel.
Q: Which grade is for a countertop with a rolled edge?
A: Use the A4 Postform HPL grade for horizontal surfaces with postformed edges; A3 Vertical is for cabinet sides and walls.
Q: What is the 30PL grade for?
A: The 30PL Fire Rated HPL grade is listed for fire-rated interior applications as printed in the grade name; confirm the required fire class with your project specification.
Q: When would I pick the compact grade?
A: Choose S038 Compact Laminate for self-supporting panels such as partitions or thick-edge features where no substrate is used.
Q: Which finish and size combinations exist?
A: Trail Wood is listed in A3 and A4 grades, Casual Wood in the 30PL fire-rated grade (48 x 96 in.), and Cashmere in S038 Compact (48 x 120 in. and 60 x 144 in.), per the listed items.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
This is a design to keep on the shelf for mixed work: A3 for cabinet and wall linings, A4 for postformed decks, 30PL where the specification calls for fire-rated laminate, and S038 Compact for substrate-free panels. Verify the required fire classification against your job spec before substituting grades. Always bond decorative grades to balanced cores, and handle the 60 x 144 in. sheets with two people or a panel lift.
Follow your local building code and project fire specification when selecting fire-rated laminate, and wear gloves and eye protection when cutting laminate sheets.
Order Arborite W481 Essential Nordic Wood laminate in vertical, postform, fire-rated or compact grade.
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