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How to Specify

DIAFOS HIGH PRESSURE DECORATIVE LAMINATE 1.2MM

Section 06067
Plastic and Metal Surfacing Materials

Part I General

1.1 PRODUCT DELIVERY AND STORAGE

Contractor shall supply and install DIAFOS by ABET LAMINATI high pressure laminate
as shown on drawings and as specified.

DIAFOS high pressure laminates must be stored in a horizontal position, supported for
their whole length and not positioned on edge. Laminate sheets should be protected from
moisture and should never be stored in contact with the floor or outside wall.

1.2 PRECONDITIONING

Like wood, a DIAFOS high pressure laminate has a grain direction, and its dimensional
behavior with moisture changes is also similar to wood. When humidity changes, the
width of the laminate undergoes greater dimensional change than the length (by a ratio
of approximately 1.5). As humidity decreases, the laminate sheet contracts, and when
the humidity increases, the laminate sheet expands.

DIAFOS high pressure decorative laminates and the substrate should be allowed to
acclimate for at least 48 hours at approximately 23 degrees C (73 degrees F) and a
relative humidity of 45 % to 55 %. Provision should be made for the circulation of air
around the components.

Part II Products

2.1 DIAFOS HIGH PRESSURE LAMINATE

The DIAFOS high pressure laminate shall be ABET LAMINATI laminate supplied by
ABET Inc. as follows:

Laminate Type/Grade  1.2 mm thick DIAFOS High Pressure Laminate
Pattern Number ______________________________
Finish Name  Soft
Pattern Name ______________________________

2.2 ADHESIVES

Semi-rigid (PVAc), or rigid (Urea or resorcinol) adhesives have been found
satisfactory for bonding decorative high pressure laminates to core materials. The choice
of adhesive is based upon the service for which the assembly is intended and upon the
bonding facilities available. In all cases, the adhesive manufacturer's instructions for use
should be followed closely. Pressures in excess of 45 psi should not be used, since this
could cause a starved glue line or telegraphing of the substrate.

2.3 SUBSTRATES

The high pressure decorative laminate should be bonded to a suitable substrate such as
medium-density fiberboard (MDF), high-density fiberboard (HDF), or industrial grade
(45 lb density or higher) particleboard (CS-236-66: Type 1, Grade B, Class 2).The following
materials are not recommended for use: plaster, gypsum board, concrete, and plywood.

2.4 BACKING SHEET

It is advisable to use the same material on both sides of a DIAFOS panel. DIAFOS
backer sheets are recommended for use on the back of the panel to protect the
substrate from humidity changes and to minimize warpage. Before using other materials
to balance DIAFOS surfaced panels, preliminary warpage tests must be preformed with
the backing materials.

Part III Execution

3.1 INSPECTION

All laminate surfaces shall be inspected prior to lamination to ensure they are sound,
clean, and free of surface defects. Protective peel coat should be removed prior to
inspection.

3.2 PREPARATION

Surfaces are to be sanded and prepared as required to provide a surface that is smooth,
clean, free of oil or grease, and uniform in thickness.

3.3 INSTALLATION

ABET LAMINATI cutting and drilling procedures for DIAFOS laminates must be
followed. Material, equipment, and workmanship should conform to industry standard
practices, conditions, procedures and recommendations as specified by ANSI/NEMA
LD-3-2000 (Latest Revision), Annex A, Application, Fabrication, and Installation (of High
Pressure Decorative Laminates); Architectural Woodwork Quality Standards (AWI); and
DLPA and ANSI 161.2-1979 Standards.

Short Form

Surface shall be DIAFOS by ABET LAMINATI Decorative High Pressure Laminate
supplied by ABET Inc., Englewood, N. J..

Type: 1.2 mm thick laminate

Surface:
Color Number _______________________________
Color Name _______________________________

Finish:
Finish Number _______________________________