With hundreds of variations, Pionite HPL includes the greatest range of options among the luxury laminates offered by the major manufacturers. Wilsonart has always been a dependable name in laminate countertops, and their HD® product linefeatures laminates with greater visual depth and up to fives times the wearability of standard laminates. Last and definitely not least, Panolam Surface Systems is committed to preserving the quality of our environment and enhancing the quality of life. We are proud to be recognized by UL Environment and many of our products carry the GREENGUARD and GREENGUARD Gold certificates. As we continue to innovate, our commitment to create a healthy planet remains foremost in our efforts. Even the surge in mid-century modern design trends, with the fondness forlaminates, hasn't completely wiped out the reputation of ​laminate as an inferior countertop choice. Generally speaking, countertop materials such as quartz, solid surface, or granite add value to a home, while laminates struggle to remain on that list. Patterns and colors aside, these products are also available in a variety of finishes, ranging from textured matt finishes to sleek, shiny glosses.

The HD line includes 36 different options in a variety of stone- and wood-look patterns. With design patterns as much as 60 inches across, it is relatively easy to create countertops that realistically mimic natural stone and wood. Pionite HPL (High-Pressure Laminate) performs well in commercial applications, but you'll find that it works well in your home, too.While Pionite does offer the usual solid colors and woodgrains, this division of the Panolam Surfacing Systems company also has an enticing Abstracts series that mimics certain natural stones, as well as some patterns that look simply... abstract.

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Using the terms "high-end" or "luxury" in conjunction with countertops made from laminates might seem like an oxymoron. After all, laminate countertops have long been considered an inexpensive, bargain choice when it comes to countertop material.

High-pressure laminates are second-generation descendants of the original plastic laminates. They often include special properties such as high resistance to wear, fire, and chemicals. Some grades of HPL can be shaped into ornate edging treatments. These products also incorporate antimicrobial protection. To identify these luxury laminates, look for Wilsonart products identified as including AEON technology. connecticut delaware district-of-columbia maine maryland massachusetts new-hampshire new-jersey new-york pennsylvania rhode-island vermont virginia Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia

Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas Pionite is a brand from Panolam Surfacing Systems, who is also the parent company of Nevamar, one of the biggest names in laminates. Also worthy of mention is Wilsonart's LUJO Collection: strikingly 3D designs that faithfully duplicate woodgrain and which can fool even the closest inspection.