Wilsonart Zanzibar 7957 Laminate Sheets, Exotic Black Bean Woodgrain with Gold and Reddish Brown Tones, Multiple Finishes, Grades and Sheet Sizes

Wilsonart Zanzibar is a high-pressure laminate design in an exotic black bean wood look with slight anigre movement, planking and cathedrals in alternating gold and reddish brown tones. Choose from Fine Velvet or Matte finishes in grades including Vertical, Postform, Compact, Fire Rated Vertical and Fire Rated Postform. Each order unit is one sheet or one compact panel in the size you select.

Key Features:

• Exotic woodgrain: The design shows an exotic black bean wood with slight anigre movement, planking and cathedral figure.
• Warm two-tone color: Overall color alternates between gold and reddish brown tones for depth and visual movement.
• Fire rated options: 604 Fire Rated Vertical and 605 Fire Rated Postform grades are offered for code-required interior applications.
• Compact grade: 568 Compact HPL is offered in 1/2 in. thick panels that serve as self-supporting material for partitions and casework.
• Wide size range: Sheet choices span 48 in. x 96 in. up to 60 in. x 144 in., plus 1/2 in. compact panels in 48 in. x 120 in. and 60 in. x 120 in.
• Two finishes: Select 38 Fine Velvet Finish or 60 Matte Finish depending on the sheen and touch you want.

Specifications Table:

Coverage & How Much You Need:

A 48 in. x 96 in. sheet covers 32 sq. ft. and a 60 in. x 144 in. sheet covers 60 sq. ft.; 1/2 in. compact panels cover 40 sq. ft. (48 in. x 120 in.) to 50 sq. ft. (60 in. x 120 in.). Plan layouts so seams fall over supports and allow trim margin.

Fit and Compatibility:

Standard, vertical and postforming grades bond to particleboard or MDF with contact adhesive and pair with matching backer sheets; compact 1/2 in. panels can be used self-supporting or attached to framing with the manufacturer's recommended adhesive. This page covers 13 finish, grade and size variants.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What comes with one order?
A: One Wilsonart Zanzibar sheet or 1/2 in. compact panel in the finish, grade and size selected; substrate and adhesive are sold separately.

Q: When do I use the compact grade?
A: The 568 Compact HPL is a 1/2 in. thick self-supporting panel suited to partitions, work surfaces and casework that do not have a substrate.

Q: Are there fire-rated options?
A: Yes, 604 Fire Rated Vertical and 605 Fire Rated Postform grades are listed in 48 in. x 96 in.; check your local code requirements before ordering.

Q: Can I postform this design?
A: Yes, the 350 and 605 postform grades are intended for heat-forming a rolled edge on countertops.

Q: How is it installed?
A: Bond HPL grades to substrate with contact adhesive and add a backer sheet underneath countertops; compact panels can be mechanically fastened or bonded per manufacturer guidance.

Q: How long is the lead time?
A: It is a special order option; allow approximately 2 weeks if not in stock locally, with a 24-hour cancellation window.

Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk

Zanzibar pairs well with warm-toned hardware and darker edgebanding because the alternating gold and reddish brown planking hides seams between boards. Use the 60 in. x 144 in. postform sheet for long island runs to minimize seams, and always run a matching backer on the underside to keep the panel flat. For toilet partitions or standalone work surfaces, the 1/2 in. compact grade avoids substrate cost and warp issues entirely.

Handle large sheets and heavy 1/2 in. compact panels with two people, and wear gloves, eye protection and dust protection when cutting laminate.

Order Wilsonart Zanzibar laminate in Fire Rated, Compact, Postform or Vertical grades today.