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MASONITE FORMICA PLASTIC LAMINATE SURROUND MASONITE
MASONITE
OR FORMICA OR PLASTIC SURROUND:
MASONITE
is a brand of pressed wood which is usually
decorative and quite common as a tub or shower
surround material. This material is not water
proof but is water resistant as long as the
decorative coating on its face is in good
condition. The most common problem with this
material is warping, due to insufficient
adhesion to the wall, and damage at the edges.
Keep Masonite surrounds well caulked around
their edges to slow down their deterioration.
Plastic laminate is a sheet material comprised
of a decorative paper bonded to several layers
of resin-treated kraft paper then covered with a
translucent, melamine-resin which becomes clear
during pressing and curing. The resulting
material is hard, durable, and resistant to
water, alcohol, heat, and stains. Plastic
laminates (the brand name Formica ® , is
probably the best known) are often bonded to
particle board or plywood for use in furniture,
countertops, wall coverings, and much more. This
material can be burned and can be scratched but
is resistant to stains. When used as a tub or
shower surround it should be kept well caulked
as is indicated for Masonite above.
CULTURED
MARBLE / ACRYLICS (CORIAN ®) / GRANITE /
MARBLE:
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