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What is PVC? Why Should You Use it In Your Kitchen Cabinets?

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  Have you heard of PVC? If you thought pipes, then you are in for some new information! A massively produced polymer, PVC or polyvinyl chloride, has been traditionally utilized in construction, healthcare, automobiles, and other sectors. But in recent times, we are noticing a shocking new trend — PVC kitchen cabinets.                                                       PVC is not only a pocket-friendly option to furnish kitchen cabinets but is also super easy to clean and maintain. If you are skeptical about this material, we have a detailed guide on what you can expect.   Currently, the market opts for two kinds of PVC boards for the kitchen, hollow boards and foam. The difference is that the first one is hollow inside, thus being lightweight and cheap. PVC foam boards are thicker makes them sturdier.   Characteristics of PVC Kitchens    PVC Foam boards are best for a sturdy kitchen as PVC hollow boards are neither thermal nor fire-resistant. Foam boards are usually

A guide to Brown Paper Laminates

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  Simplicity carried to extremes become elegance with RadheShyam Laminates!   Laminates are the most popular decorative materials. Laminates help decorate the surfacing cabinets, furniture, walls, ceilings, external facades and so on. The thickness of these laminates ranges between 0.8 mm to 2.0 mm, and they are available in the form of sheets with a standard size of 8x4 feet.   Lamination is the technique of manufacturing a material in multiple layers so that the composite material achieves improved strength, stability, sound insulation, appearance or other properties from using differing materials. A laminate is a permanently assembled object by heat, pressure, welding, or adhesive decorative laminates are laminated products primarily used as furniture surface materials or wall paneling. Its manufacturing involves either high- or low-pressure laminate, with the two processes not much different from each other except for the pressure applied in the pressing process.   Brow

A guide to Acrylic Finish Laminates

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  The material you use for the core of your kitchen cabinets or wardrobes will determine their durability. The surface finishes you see on the outside will decide the functionality and look you are trying to achieve. Classy cabinet finishes can make your home appear as if it is straight out of the pages of a glossy magazine. The right choice of materials will define the character and style of your home interior. You would agree on the cabinetry component being an essential part of any modular kitchen. That said, the finish for kitchen cabinets is what adds aesthetic value and gives your kitchen a unique personality.   Acrylic Finish Laminates   Acrylic laminates are among the most popular finishing materials for kitchens and wardrobes alike. Acrylic sheets are available in a wide selection of colours and are pasted on the MDF board and sealed with a protective layer to offer a seamless finish. The result is a highly reflective surface with a mirror-like sheen that retains its

Different Types of Laminates & Their Application

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    Laminates are strong & rigid sheets having a thickness of around 0.8mm to 2mm. They are used to overlay on wooden furniture that provides the inside decor with a more attractive look. These Laminates are water-resistant, abrasion-resistant and scratch-resistant and are decorative. The dimensions of the laminate sheet available within the market are 8 feet X 4 feet. Laminates are classified into various types supported the following: A. Based on Manufacturing Process B. Based on Usage C. Based on Surface Finish D. Based on Advanced Properties E. Based on Built Types of Laminates A. Classification supported Manufacturing Process 1. Low-Pressure Laminates In the low-pressure laminates , decorative paper is soaked in melamine resins and dried naturally, then bonded over MDF, HDF or fiberboard with heat-activated glue and laminator having a heat roller for the consistent and powerful bond. 2. High-Pressure Laminates High-Pressure laminates are firm decorativ

Benefits of PVC Boards over Traditional Plywood

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   PVC boards score better when compared to traditional plywood. We have seen plywood or chip/particle boards used for many applications when building or repairing a house. However, more recently, architects and builders have started using PVC foam board instead of plywood & this seems to be a good choice owing to many reasons.   PVC Foam Boards, the first choice of Builders’ and Architects.   PVC foam boards can replace all those applications in which traditional plywood generally used like: Construction of wardrobes, cabinets, countertops and tables, doors, shutters and door-frames, back-panels of walls, classroom desks and benches, partitions, louvres and windows, false ceilings, fences, garden furniture, walls, office workstations, wall cladding, switch cabinets, interiors of yachts, control panels, signage, column wraps, etc. PVC boards are available in several thicknesses from WPC board manufacturers. It makes them suitable for several applications & is avai