Wilsonart Lujo 8236K Monteverdi Warm Grey Walnut High-Pressure Laminate Sheet, Multiple Grades and Sizes

Wilsonart Lujo 8236K Monteverdi is a high-pressure laminate design that recreates a medium-value warm grey walnut with open straight grain and full and partial cathedrals for a strong, distinguished look. Sold as a single sheet, it is offered in Vertical and Postform grades in Timbergrain Finish with your choice of 48 x 96 in. or 60 x 144 in. sheet sizes. Pair it with matching Lujo designs and a suitable substrate for countertops, cabinet sides and wall surfaces.

Key Features:

• Warm grey walnut: Monteverdi is a medium-value warm grey walnut design with open straight grain.
• Cathedral grain: Full and partial cathedral figures give the design a strong, distinguished look.
• Two grades: Available in 335 Vertical grade for cabinet sides and wall surfaces and 350 Postforming grade for rolled-edge tops.
• Timbergrain texture: Offered in 05 Timbergrain Finish, an embossed wood-grain texture.
• Large sheets: Sheet sizes include 48 x 96 in. and 60 x 144 in. for wide runs with fewer seams.
• Lujo collection: Part of the Wilsonart Lujo laminate line of wood-grain designs.

Specifications Table:

Coverage & How Much You Need:

One 48 x 96 in. sheet covers 32 sq. ft.; one 60 x 144 in. sheet covers 60 sq. ft. Size each run to the largest sheet dimension to minimize seams, allowing trim allowance on all edges.

Fit and Compatibility:

Use with contact adhesive over a solid, flat substrate such as particleboard or MDF; a backer laminate on the underside is recommended to balance the panel. This design is sold as unbacked HPL sheet only; substrate, adhesive and edge banding are sold separately.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What is included in one order?
A: One Wilsonart Lujo 8236K Monteverdi laminate sheet in the finish, grade and size you select; adhesive, substrate and trim are sold separately.

Q: Which grade should I choose?
A: Choose 350 Postforming grade for countertops with rolled edges, and 335 Vertical grade for cabinet doors, sides and wall paneling.

Q: Is this a stock item?
A: This is a special order design; if not stocked locally, allow approximately a 2-week lead time for delivery.

Q: Can it be bonded with contact cement?
A: Yes, HPL sheets are typically bonded with contact adhesive applied to both the sheet and a flat, solid substrate such as particleboard or MDF.

Q: Do I need a backer sheet?
A: Applying a balancing backer laminate to the underside of panels helps prevent warping, especially on doors and single-sided work.

Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk

For countertops with a rolled nosing, specify the 350 Postforming grade so the sheet can bend around the front edge without cracking; use the 335 Vertical grade on cabinet ends and wainscot where flat lamination is all that is needed. Lay out seams so the open straight grain and cathedral figures read consistently across adjacent pieces. Rout the postform radius and trim flush edges with a carbide laminate bit, and roll the sheet down thoroughly to avoid voids.

Wear eye protection, gloves and a dust mask when routing or cutting laminate; sheets and cut edges are heavy and sharp-edged, so handle large sheets with a helper.

Order Wilsonart Lujo 8236K Monteverdi laminate in the grade and sheet size your project needs.