Exam 12: Synthetic Materials

The top layer of a plastic laminate is impregnated with a clear ____ resin that provides a protective layer.

____ are similar to veneers, but they are synthetic rather than natural and are much tougher materials.

Solid surface material may be ____ with another color or pattern of solid surface to create visual interest.

The back of a plastic laminate is ____ for easier adhesion to the substrate.

Plastic laminate was invented in ____ by Daniel O'Conor and Herbert Farber, who were then working for Westinghouse Corporation.

Solid surface sheets may be bonded to one another by using color-matched fusion ____ to create a continuous, seamless appearance.

Plastic laminates are available in large sheets of various sizes, from ____ to 48 inches wide.

Unlike plastic laminates, solid surface edges may be ____.

____ laminates are 1/32" thick and are used for the sides and other outside surfaces of cabinets that are subject to less wear than countertops.

With the introduction of color-matched fusion adhesives and an ever-increasing array of color and pattern choices, solid surface material industry growth continued through the 1990s at a double-digit rate.

The top layer of paper in a plastic laminate is typically thicker than the other layers, and it is printed with a color and/or a decorative design.

The primary advantage of solid surface material as compared to plastic laminates is its substantially lower cost.

In order to purchase solid surface material, the buyer must usually be certified by the ____.

____ laminates are no more than 1/32" thick, and they are made with flexible resins that allow them to be bent around curved surfaces.

Solid surface materials are stable and ____.

The original purpose of plastic laminate was for use in kitchen appliances.

Plastic laminates are not resistant to chemicals, wear, or stain.

The core and back of plastic laminates are made up of multiple layers of Kraft paper impregnated with ____, which is a durable plastic.

A great advantage that solid surface has over plastic laminates is that it is a ____ surface.

The top finish of a plastic laminate cannot be textured.