Wilsonart 8208 Fawn Cypress High-Pressure Laminate Sheets, 48 in. x 96 in. to 60 in. x 144 in., Multiple Grades

Wilsonart 8208 Fawn Cypress is a high-pressure laminate sheet design with a balanced mix of straight grain and full and partial cathedrals in shades of brown and light gold. It is offered in Fine Velvet and Matte finishes across Vertical, Postform, Compact, Fire Rated Vertical and RE-COVER Vertical grades in five sheet sizes up to 60 in. x 144 in. Each item sold is one sheet or, for compact grade, one self-supporting 1/2 in. panel.

Key Features:

• Cypress grain look: Fawn Cypress mixes straight grain with full and partial cathedrals in shades of brown and light gold.
• Two finishes: Available in 38 Fine Velvet Finish and 60 Matte Finish.
• Five grades: Offered in 335 Vertical HPL, 350 Postform HPL, 568 Compact HPL, 604 Fire Rated Vertical HPL and 735 RE-COVER Vertical HPL.
• Self-supporting panels: 568 Compact HPL items are 1/2 in. thick and can be used for self-supporting panels.
• Fire-rated option: 604 Fire Rated Vertical HPL items are intended for vertical applications where a fire-rated laminate is specified.
• Five sheet sizes: Sheet sizes run from 60 in. x 96 in. up to 60 in. x 144 in., plus 48 in. x 120 in. and 1/2 in. compact panels.

Specifications Table:

Coverage & How Much You Need:

A 60 in. x 144 in. sheet covers 60 sq. ft., 60 in. x 120 in. covers 50 sq. ft., 60 in. x 96 in. covers 40 sq. ft. and 48 in. x 120 in. covers 40 sq. ft. before waste. The 25 in. design repeat width makes grain matching across seams straightforward with modest planning.

Fit and Compatibility:

Bond standard-grade sheets to particleboard or MDF with contact adhesive and balance thick panels with a backer sheet; compact 1/2 in. panels are self-supporting and can be mechanically fastened or used without a substrate where appropriate. Substrates, adhesives, backer sheets and edge materials are sold separately.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What is included in an order?
A: One laminate sheet, or one 1/2 in. compact panel, in the finish, grade and size you select; adhesives and substrates are sold separately.

Q: Which grade should I order for a countertop?
A: Choose 350 Postform HPL for a top with a rolled front edge; it is offered in both Fine Velvet and Matte finishes.

Q: What is compact grade used for?
A: The 568 Compact HPL is 1/2 in. thick and self-supporting, suited to partitions, work surfaces and panels without a full substrate.

Q: Is there a fire-rated version?
A: Yes, the 604 Fire Rated Vertical HPL is listed in 60 Matte Finish, 48 in. x 120 in., for vertical applications specifying a fire-rated laminate.

Q: What is RE-COVER grade?
A: The 735 RE-COVER Vertical HPL is a vertical grade intended for resurfacing existing vertical surfaces, listed in 60 Matte Finish, 60 in. x 144 in.

Q: How long does delivery take?
A: This is a special order, non-standard option; allow approximately a 2-week lead time if not in stock locally, with a 24-hour window to cancel.

Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk

With five grades on one design, first pick the application: postform for rolled tops, vertical for cabinet work, compact for self-supporting partitions and 1/2 in. work surfaces, 604 where a fire-rated vertical laminate is called for, and 735 RE-COVER when resurfacing existing vertical panels. The 25 in. repeat makes grain alignment easy even across multiple sheets. Compact panels are heavy in the 60 in. x 144 in. size, so machine or hand-carry with help and support the full sheet during routing. Always back standard sheets with a balancer to keep panels flat.

Compact panels and cut laminate edges are heavy and sharp, so use two people and gloves, eye protection and dust extraction when fabricating.

Order Wilsonart Fawn Cypress laminate today and select the finish, grade and size for your countertop, cabinet or compact panel project.