When designing the interior space of homes, a lot of factors are taken into consideration. Area, ventilation, layout, objects, materials and much more. While practicality is prioritized, beauty is also kept in focus. Traditionally, we have been using wood and stones for enhancing the visual appeal of our interiors. But spreading the wooden sheets and carving out stones is not only an expensive process, but also impacts our natural resources. Therefore, we need something that mimics the natural look of wood and smooth stone surface, while offering the same practical purpose at a fraction of price. Enter laminates, a durable, easy to maintain, and sustainable option that is also budget friendly. If you are wondering about which laminate type is best suited for your kitchen, we have the answer for you. We at Kridha Laminates are the top laminate brands in India. In this blog, we will walk you through various laminate types so you make a well informed decision regarding which laminate would suit the best in your kitchen.
Selection Criteria
Here are the tips to choose the laminates for your kitchen. As one of the top laminate brands in India, we offer a massive catalogue with comprehensive guidance for you to make easy and right decisions.
● Traffic: Consider the traffic of your kitchen. In a compact kitchen, the traffic is high. In spacious ones, traffic is low and therefore factors like maintenance, spot cleaning are affected by traffic.
● Maintenance: Consider how you can maintain the laminates. If you don’t mind cleaning daily, you can choose high maintenance options.
● Budget: This goes without saying. We provide various types of laminates to suit your budget constraints.
● Aesthetics: Consider the aesthetic of your kitchen, whether it is modern, traditional or contemporary. Laminates should fit into the kitchen aesthetic.
Types of Kitchen Laminates Applied in Kitchen
High Pressure Laminates
In high pressure Laminates, multiple layers of Kraft paper are infused together by resin. These are highly durable as they are ingrained with exceptional resistance to heat, chemicals, fire, wear, UV light, and wetness, and are waterproof and have antibacterial properties.
Suitable in: High traffic kitchen, Homes with kids
Low Pressure Laminates
In this type, a thin sheet of decorative paper infused with resin is bonded directly to a substrate like particleboard or MDF at relatively low pressure and temperature. It is an inexpensive option for homeowners.
Suitable in: Low budget renovations.
Glossy Laminates
As the name suggests, glossy laminates give shiny reflexive appearance to the kitchen furniture and shelves. The mirror-like appearance is highly attractive, made by acrylic resin which infuses the decorative sheets and Kraft paper together.
Suitable in: Contemporary and spacious kitchens
Matte Laminates
These are non-reflexive, low sheen and smooth in texture. Conceals imperfections and
Ideal for high traffic areas. Provides a clean and modern look.
Suitable in: Modern, and low maintenance kitchens
Textured Laminates
Textured laminates mimic the patterns of wood or stones and gives a certain character to the kitchen. When touched, it gives the feel of natural wood or stones.
Suitable in: Rustic, or unique looking kitchens
Final Words
Laminates are widely used as decorative sheets in the kitchens. Depending on the aesthetics, maintenance and space, we can get the best out of various types of laminates. We at Kridha Laminates are dedicated to providing our clients with the best laminate for all interiors. Being one of the top laminate brands in India, we have a huge catalogue of laminates and woodworks to craft out highly durable and visually pleasing interiors. We hope this guide helps you in making a smart decision in choosing laminates for your kitchen.