Phenolic HPL – The perfect combination of design and durability
Where does HPL excel?
HPL excels in environments where durable surfaces and aesthetic design matter – like schools, offices, fitness centers or healthcare settings. Its hard-wearing surface and modern finishes make HPL the ideal material for robust steel furniture – functional, stylish and versatile.
Good to know: Our HPL fronts aren’t plastic – they’re solid-color laminates made from wood fibers, delivering a premium look and quality you can feel.
What is phenolic HPL?
HPL refers to premium-quality high-pressure laminate made by compressing multiple layers of resin-soaked natural fibers under high heat and pressure – The result: a scratch-resistant, moisture-resistant, hygienic and dimensionally stable surface that stands up to the toughest demands.
One of the most popular finishes is “Concrete Skyline” – for a modern, urban look with maximum durability.
The advantages of HPL surfaces at a glance:
Extremely durable: resists mechanical, thermal and chemical stress and is weather-resistant
Hygienic and easy to care for: non-porous, antibacterial and easy to clean
Moisture and heat-resistant: ideal for changing rooms, labs or wet areas
Scratch and abrasion-resistantt: built to last even with heavy use
Corrosion-free: perfect for humid environments
Strong and dimensionally stable: won’t warp, permanently holds its shape under stress
Customizable: recesses and functional elements can be precisely integrated for highly effective, tailored solutions
Personalizable: e.g. with engravings for numbering, names or logos
Custom locks: supports electronic and wired locking systems
Built for rough use: thick doors for extra-tough conditions
Graffiti-resistant: a major advantage in public spaces
Fire protection: can be certified for safety-critical areas
Sustainable production: with 65% FSC®/PEFC™-certified wood
Versatile: for lockers, cabinets, desk surfaces or wall paneling
Compact MAX board – proven, resilient, popular
HPL with a panel thickness of 2 mm or more are compact panels in accordance with DIN standards. 65% paper, 35% resin – this results in maximum resistance and durability. The MAX compact panel is one of the classics among HPL solutions. It combines high load-bearing capacity with easy maintenance – and has been used in a wide variety of areas for many years.
Features at a glance:
- Antibacterial
- Resistant to abrasion, impact and scratches
- Heat and cold resistant
- Decorative surface on both sides
- Easy to maintain & solvent-resistant
- Durable and highly resilient
- Manufactured in accordance with DIN EN 438-4
Typical applications for compact panels:
- toilet partitions
- Furniture for catering and clean rooms
- Tables, benches & kitchen worktops
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- machine covers
- Lockers and changing rooms
- bistro tables
- facade cladding
FH fine hammer finish – the HPL surface for special areas
The lightly perforated FH fine hammered surface scores highly with its high resilience and practical advantages in sensitive areas of application such as hospitals and laboratories.
Features at a glance:
- High impact resistance
- Scratch-resistant & insensitive
- Easy cleaning
- graffiti- & fibre pen resistant
- Versatile
- Can be milled – e.g. for numbering or initials
HPL decors by C + P
Our HPL decors combine premium workmanship, modern aesthetics and functional benefits – ideal for anyone who doesn’t want to compromise on design when it comes to steel furniture. These are solid-core decors known for their exceptional durability and distinctive solid-core black edge (13 mm).
Another key feature: The core of all HPL panels is always black – a hallmark of quality that ensures strength and a consistent material look.
Decor fronts and seating surfaces (HPL)
All variants can be selected at no extra charge within the same panel type.
- Silver gray (VK 002)
- Maple (VK 030)
- Sen ash (VK 031)
- Oak, Sereno (VK 032)
- Natural silver fir (VK 039)
- Concrete Skyline (VK 427) – urban, modern and expressive
- Birch gray (VK 0741) – similar to light gray
- Black (VK 008)
- White (VK 001)
Applications for HPL – Sector-specific solutions
Our HPL decors are ideal for:
- Offices and administration – durable cabinets and tabletops in stylish decors
- Education and Schools – robust lockers with scratch-resistant HPL fronts and custom-fit sizing
- Fitness and sports – moisture-resistant benches and changing room lockers
- Healthcare and nursing – hygienic furniture solutions for sensitive areas
- Hotels and hospitality – design-oriented steel furniture with durable surfaces
- Industry and commerce – hard-wearing steel cabinets for demanding work environments
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