STANDARDS CHART
Choosing the correct standard
The joins in most solid surface colours should be extremely hard to see, almost invisible (Type A.) However some colours have a degree of translucency or veining in them (Type B) as the veining will not line up exactly the join is visible. This is not an excuse to let the quality of the join slip. Dirty contaminated joins are not acceptable. Furthermore the placement of joins on type B colours is critical to the overall appearance of the project.
Use the chart below as a guide to help you choose the best standard for your project and colour. Alternatively we have recommended three standards for each colour in all the major solid surface brands. Click on your chosen brand in the product swatches then browse through the colour chart and select a colour. Specify the standard code indicated for that colour at your required gloss level. You now have a comprehensive description of the quality and finish you require.
SOLID SURFACE STANDARDS
GLOSS LEVEL
MATT (30)
Matt finish only recommended for applications that require a pastel non reflective look.
SATIN (50)
Satin finish best used for most applications
GLOSS (80)
Recommended for some vertical applications and bench tops that require a deeper looking colour. Extra care is required to maintain this look so please consider the expected use before specifying this finish.
COLOUR TYPE
TYPE A
All solid and particulate colours except colours with a degree of translucency or veining.
Solid Surface Standard
30A (SSS30A)
Solid Surface Standard
50A (SSS50A)
Solid Surface Standard
80A (SSS80A)
TYPE B
All colours with a degree of translucency or veining.
Solid Surface Standard
30B (SSS30B)
Solid Surface Standard
50B (SSS50B)
Solid Surface Standard
80B (SSS80B)