High Pressure Laminate (HPL) sheets, panels & boards
Golden Ricky is a high pressure laminate manufacturer producing decorative HPL in more than 1,000 surface designs. From everyday HPL sheets to compact, fire-rated, antibacterial, metal and magnetic laminates, we are one reliable source for projects of every size.
What is high pressure laminate (HPL)?
High pressure laminate, or HPL, is a dense decorative surface material made by fusing multiple layers of resin-saturated kraft paper together with a printed décor sheet and a clear protective overlay. These layers are pressed at roughly 150 °C under more than 1,400 psi (about 7 MPa) of pressure, which permanently bonds them into a single hard panel. That high heat and high pressure are exactly where high pressure laminate gets its name — and why it is so much tougher than ordinary surface films. The material and its performance are defined internationally by ISO 4586.
The result is a laminate that is highly resistant to scratches, impact, moisture, heat and everyday wear. HPL is hygienic and easy to clean, its colours and patterns stay fast over years of use, and it can be produced in an enormous range of looks — woodgrains, stones, solid colours, metallics and custom prints. Because of this balance of durability and design freedom, high pressure laminate is specified for countertops, furniture, cabinetry, wall and ceiling panels, flooring, toilet partitions and building facades all over the world.
HPL is sold in two main forms. Thin HPL sheets (usually 0.6–1.2 mm) are bonded onto a substrate such as MDF, plywood or particleboard to create finished panels. Thicker compact HPL boards are self-supporting and need no backing at all. Compared with low pressure laminate (LPL), which is fused directly onto a board at lower pressure, high pressure laminate is denser, stronger and far more durable. Read our full guide to what HPL is and how it is made →
How an HPL panel is built
Overlay — clear wear layer
Décor sheet — the printed design
Kraft core — resin-fused paper layers
Backing — balanced, ready to bond
Why specify high pressure laminate?
HPL combines the durability of an engineered surface with almost unlimited design choice. Here is why architects, fabricators and builders keep choosing high pressure laminate.
Exceptionally durable
Resists scratches, impact and abrasion, so HPL surfaces stay looking new in busy homes, offices and public spaces.
Hygienic & easy to clean
Non-porous and wipe-clean, with antibacterial grades available for kitchens, clinics and laboratories.
1000+ designs
Woodgrains, stones, solids, metallics and bespoke prints — the widest decorative range of any panel surface.
Moisture & heat resistant
Stands up to humidity and hot pans, with compact and exterior grades engineered for wet and outdoor use.
Fire-rated options
A-grade non-combustible HPL meets strict fire-safety requirements for facades and high-rise cladding.
Great value
The look of premium materials at a fraction of the cost, with long service life and low maintenance.
Explore our HPL range by type
Every laminate we make, from standard decorative HPL sheets to specialist compact, fire-rated and custom boards. Choose a category to see designs, specifications and sizes.
Decorative HPL Sheet
Our standard decorative laminate in 1000+ designs and finishes.
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Compact Laminate
Self-supporting solid boards for heavy-duty, wet and high-traffic areas.
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Antibacterial HPL
Hygienic surfaces that inhibit bacteria — built for clinics, labs and kitchens.
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Chemical-Resistant Compact
Lab-grade boards that shrug off acids, solvents and harsh reagents.
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Traceless Board
Anti-fingerprint super-matt finish that stays clean and feels soft to touch.
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Color Core Laminate
Solid colour runs right through — no dark line at exposed edges.
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Metal Plate Laminate
Real metallic and brushed-metal looks for feature walls and retail.
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Magnetic Laminate
Writable, wipeable magnetic whiteboard surfaces for offices and schools.
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Non-Combustible Board
A-grade fire-rated panels (Class A / B1) for facades and high-rise cladding.
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Art & Custom Board
Your design, logo or pattern printed onto durable laminate, made to order.
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Postforming HPL
Flexible laminate that wraps curved edges for seamless worktops.
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Other Products
Matching edge banding, adhesives and trims to finish your project.
View range →A high pressure laminate for every requirement
No two projects ask the same thing of a surface, which is why we manufacture a full family of high pressure laminates rather than a single product. The starting point for most jobs is our decorative HPL sheet — a thin laminate bonded to a substrate to create doors, panels, worktops and shelving in any of our 1,000-plus designs. Where a curved or wrapped edge is needed, postforming HPL bends around profiles to give a seamless, joint-free finish that is popular for kitchen worktops and reception desks.
Compact and high-performance boards
When a surface has to stand on its own or survive demanding conditions, our compact laminate is the answer. These solid, self-supporting boards need no backing and are naturally water-resistant, which makes them ideal for toilet partitions, locker systems, lab furniture and wet areas. For laboratories and industrial settings, our chemical-resistant compact board adds protection against acids, alkalis and aggressive reagents, while antibacterial HPL brings hygienic, bacteria-inhibiting surfaces to hospitals, clinics and food-preparation areas.
Safety and specialist surfaces
For facades and high-rise projects where fire performance is non-negotiable, our A-grade non-combustible board delivers fire-rated HPL that meets Class A / B1 requirements. Beyond performance, our specialist decorative laminates open up new design possibilities: metal plate laminate recreates brushed and polished metals, magnetic laminate doubles as a writable whiteboard, color core laminate removes the dark edge line for clean exposed details, and traceless board offers a super-matt, anti-fingerprint finish. When you need something truly unique, our art and custom boards print your own design, logo or artwork onto durable HPL.
High pressure laminate applications
Not sure which laminate you need? Start from where it will be used. High pressure laminate performs across both interior and exterior projects — from kitchen countertops and furniture to building facades and washroom partitions.
Countertops & worktops
Heat- and scratch-resistant kitchen & bath surfaces.
Exterior cladding & facades
Weatherproof panels for building elevations.
Furniture & cabinets
Durable surfaces for cabinetry, doors and desks.
Flooring
Hard-wearing floors and raised-access panels.
Wall & ceiling panels
Wipe-clean interior cladding with rich designs.
Toilet partitions
Moisture-proof, vandal-resistant washroom cubicles.
Surfaces for interiors and exteriors
High pressure laminate earns its place across so many projects because the same core material can be engineered for very different demands. In kitchens and bathrooms, HPL countertops and worktops shrug off heat, knocks and spills while offering stone and woodgrain looks at a far lower cost than natural materials. Throughout the rest of the home and office, HPL is the surface of choice for furniture and cabinets — wardrobe doors, kitchen units, reception desks, tables and shelving — because it keeps its finish through years of daily handling.
In commercial and public buildings, durability and hygiene matter even more. Hard-wearing HPL flooring and raised-access panels handle constant foot traffic, while decorative wall and ceiling panels give corridors, lobbies and retail interiors a wipe-clean, design-rich finish. For washrooms and changing rooms, water-resistant compact HPL toilet partitions and cubicles stand up to moisture, cleaning chemicals and heavy use without warping or swelling.
Outside the building envelope, exterior-grade and fire-rated panels make high pressure laminate a modern choice for exterior cladding and ventilated facades. These weatherproof HPL panels — classified as exterior-grade compact laminate under ISO 4586-6 — resist UV, rain and temperature swings while delivering sharp, contemporary elevations — and when paired with our A-grade non-combustible board, they help projects meet demanding fire-safety codes. Whatever the application, our team can recommend the right HPL type, thickness and finish for the job.
HPL sizes, thickness & standards
Our high pressure laminate is manufactured to international standards including EN 438 and ISO, with consistent quality control on every batch. Standard HPL sheets are produced in popular sizes such as 4 × 8 ft (1220 × 2440 mm), with larger formats including 4 × 10 ft (1220 × 3050 mm), 4.3 × 10 ft (1310 × 3050 mm), 4 × 12 ft (1220 × 3660 mm), 5 × 10 ft (1525 × 3050 mm) and 5 × 12 ft (1525 × 3660 mm) also available to reduce joins on big surfaces.
Thin decorative HPL sheets typically run from 0.6 to 1.2 mm thick for bonding to a substrate, while self-supporting compact laminate is produced from around 2 mm up to 25 mm. We offer matte, gloss, super-matte and textured finishes, single- or double-sided décor, and custom cut-to-size on request. Need a specification sheet or test data for your project? Contact our team and we will send the documents you need.
| Standards | EN 438, ISO compliant |
|---|---|
| HPL sheet thickness | 0.6 – 1.2 mm |
| Compact board thickness | 2 – 25 mm |
| Standard sheet size | 4 × 8 ft (1220 × 2440 mm) |
| Other sizes (ft) | 4 × 10, 4.3 × 10, 4 × 12, 5 × 10, 5 × 12 |
| Other sizes (mm) | 1220 × 3050, 1310 × 3050, 1220 × 3660, 1525 × 3050, 1525 × 3660 |
| Finishes | Matte, gloss, super-matte, textured |
| Designs | 1000+ (woodgrain, stone, solid, metal, custom) |
| Customisation | Cut-to-size, OEM & private label |
Your HPL manufacturer in Xiamen
Established in 1999, Golden Ricky specialises in developing and manufacturing high pressure decorative laminates. From our large warehouse and modern showroom in Xiamen, we supply HPL that is rich in variety, fast in delivery and superior in performance — direct to fabricators, distributors and contractors worldwide.
Manufacturer direct
Factory pricing with no middleman, backed by 25+ years of HPL experience.
In stock, shipped fast
A large warehouse and ready stock keep your lead times short.
Custom & OEM
Bespoke designs, sizes and private-label production on request.
Built to perform
Scratch-, moisture- and impact-resistant, with batch-consistent quality.
High pressure laminate FAQs
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