What are Metallic Laminates?
Frequently used in restaurants and lounges, metallic laminates are now trendy for home use, where they provide a contemporary, sleek look. Several manufacturers create solid metal or foil-faced laminates for use in kitchens or other areas. Metallic laminate is most often used on vertical spaces: for backsplashes, to cover cabinets or appliances, or as special accents on drawers. Some metallic laminates can be used on horizontal surfaces. Metallic laminates are constructed much like plastic laminates, but are topped with a thin layer of aluminum, brass, copper, or stainless steel. They are available in a variety of finishes and textures. Metallic laminates come in titanium, aluminum, iron, gold, pewter, and stainless steel finishes. Within these categories, you can choose satin, striped, herringbone, shiny, or polished looks. Some designers combine glossy and matte metallic looks within a kitchen for contrast. Common choices for metallic laminates in residential use include silver tones
