UV LabCoat™
The beautiful and durable UV-cured pre-finishing option certified by the
Scientific Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA). This chemical
resistant finish is perfect for labs, schools and other installations
that demand the performance of a laboratory grade finish.
Premium finish... tested and certified.
Columbia Forest Products launches UV LabCoat™, a new pre-finished hardwood
plywood with a premium topcoat that offers even more depth, clarity, and durability
than our standard UV offering. It has earned the certification of the Scientific
Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA),
enabling it to be used in labs, schools, institutions and other commercial installations
that require the chemical resistance of a laboratory grade finish.
Combined with our PureBond® formaldehyde-free
hardwood plywood technology, UV LabCoat panels will enhance and improve your next
project meeting the highest standards for appearance, performance and indoor air
quality.
Since 1996, Columbia Forest Products has delivered over 16 million UV Wood panels
to the industry for those seeking a beautiful, pre-finished hardwood plywood panel
with the convenience and durability of a VOC-free UV topcoat in both clear (UV Wood) or stained (CustomColors™)
options. Customers appreciate both the time and cost savings in their facilities
and the added benefit of no VOC emissions.
"This new UV LabCoat finish option offers improved esthetics plus excellent chemical
resistance while maintaining the depth and clarity the market has come to expect
from Columbia's finishing line," explains Tom Pearsall, Manager of Marketing and
New Product Development.
UV LabCoat passed three SEFA-certified tests: the 49-point 8.1 Chemical Spot Test,
the 8.2 Hot Water Test and the 8.3 Impact Test. This new SEFA-certified laboratory
grade finish will be available from Columbia's four regional finish line facilities
allowing for easy delivery from almost anywhere in the US and Canada.
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Finish Thickness Dry
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1.0 - 1.5 mil
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2.3 - 3.5 mil
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% of Solids Applied
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100%
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100%
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VOC Emissions
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None
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None
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Effect of Water or Solvent
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None
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None
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Acetone Wipe Down
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Yes
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Yes
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AWI/NKB/ANSI Standard
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Exceeds
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Exceeds
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Durability
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Excellent
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More Chemical Resistant than our standard UV Wood
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Machinability
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Wood Preparation
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Cross grain and long grain sanded to ensure maximum smoothness
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Cross grain and long grain sanded to ensure maximum smoothness
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Gloss Level Options
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Satin: 30-40% reflection (must specify)
Medium Gloss: 50-60% reflection (standard)
High Gloss: 80-90% reflection (must specify)
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Satin: 30-40% reflection (must specify)
Medium Gloss: 50-60% reflection (standard)
High Gloss: 80-90% reflection (must specify)
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Pass SEFA Certification
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No
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Yes
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Special Tooling Required
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None
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None
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Suitability for Vertical Surfaces
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Yes
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Yes
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Suitability for Horizontal Surfaces
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No
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No
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SEFA Suggested Applications
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• Residential kitchen cabinets and casework
• Light commercial use
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• Laboratory furniture and fixtures
• Commercial, institutional, or retail fixtures and casework
• Where resistance to cleaning chemicals is required
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Features & Benefits
- SEFA-certified
panels that provide a chemical resistant finish.
- UV LabCoat passed 3 certified tests: 8.1 Chemical Spot Test, 8.2 Hot Water Test
and 8.3 Impact Test.
- Beautiful UV finish that resists scratches and chips and passed a 49-point chemical
test.
- A 100% Solids, VOC-free product ensures no degradation of indoor air quality.
- Premium, Full-Fill™ finish adds luster, depth and clarity to the decorative
wood veneer.
- Finished surface reduces labor time, increasing productivity and efficiency in fabrication.
- Four regional finish line facilities across North America for consistent availability
and prompt delivery.
- PureBond formaldehyde-free technology complies
with CARB Phase 2 regulations and can contribute
to LEED® credits.
- 50 million panels produced with PureBond - a proven solution.
- Over 50 years of making the industry's superior hardwood plywood.