New Wave of Flexible HPL from Arborite

LASALLE, Quebec (February 2007) — Arborite has unleashed a wave of exciting new products and the surf is up on Arborite.com. For its 2007 introduction, the laminate pioneer is launching eight new series, 35 new hues, and one enticing new finish. Arborite is making good on its promise to offer customers all the flexibility and choice they need. The new products will be available for order as of March 1st.

Customers alike have embraced the company’s steadily expanding selection of natural patterns, stylish finishes, captivating colors, and rich woodgrains. Creative minds looking for new inspiration should be delighted by the latest additions to Arborite’s already-impressive offering.

This year will see the release of eight new series. Drawing inspiration from its namesake, Jaipur willoffer thesaturated, exotic hues of the subcontinent. Leather comes to laminate as Chamois,a visual texture that evokes feelings of durability and comfort.An original small-scale geometric pattern perfect for horizontal work surfaces, Box is a series only a square would ignore. Xabia is a fractured solid that creates color blocks with tremendous depth, redefining the spectrum for corporate, retail and hospitality applications. No mirage, Sahara is a multi-toned visual texture that merges the endurance of stone with the transience of wind-blown sand. The wood that stood for opulence in the Victorian Age, Rosewood joins the ranks of Arborite’s woodgrains along with Anigres, which conveys the curious beauty of African Anegre trees. As metal continues to rule the contemporary aesthetic, Brushed gives designers a flexible, ultra-lightweight metallic surfacing material that will never oxidize, streak or scratch. For added realism, Arborite Brushed laminate can be given the feel of steel with Metalux, a new finish and yet another surprise in this remarkable roll-out.

Arborite’s 2007 introduction also includes exciting additions to existing collections. The ever-popular Japanese-inspired Tatami collection gains a new color, and the cathedral graining of Arborite woods will benefit from 2 new hues.

By all accounts, ’07 is proving to be a lucky number for Arborite and its customers. Visit the company’s web site at www.arborite.com for more information.

About Arborite
Arborite is a leading manufacturer of decorative high-pressure laminate. Since its foundation in 1948, Arborite pioneered much of the technology behind today’s high-pressure laminates. Our reputation is built on quality products, great selection and dependable service. It is no wonder Arborite has become synonymous with high-pressure laminate. For more information about Arborite high-pressure laminates, visit www.arborite.com or call 1-800-996-0366.