FormSurface Paintable Paper
FormSurface paintable backer provides the balancing benefits of a stabilizing backer with the added ability to accept paint or print. This paper based product can be used on the back or front of panels when easy application of paint is a priority. With no surface prep required prior to painting, many shops find it an efficient alternative to paint-grade Maple or Birch.
Quick Highlights
- Paintable and printable backer option
- Can be used as a facer or backer
- Economical alternative to wood veneer or high-pressure laminate for balancing
- Available in Rose Brown, Tan, Black and White
- Compatible with particleboard, MDF and other composite panels
- Can be used in hot press or cold press applications
Why Choose FormWood FormSurface Paintable Paper?
Balance plus finish flexibility
FormSurface helps balance the panel while giving you the option to paint or print the surface.
Reduces waste and inventory
Its consistent construction can offer better yield than wood veneer in some panel builds.
Multiple processing options
FormSurface can be used in hot or cold press applications, with hot press typically providing the best finishing result.
Product Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type: | FormSurface paintable backer |
| Material: | Man-made resin-impregnated sheet |
| Thickness: | 0.026 in. plus or minus .002 |
| Available colors: | Rose Brown, Tan, Black and White |
| Density: | 40 lbs/ft3 plus or minus 10% |
| Weight: | Rose Brown 94 lbs/MFSF plus or minus 10%; Tan 94 lbs/MFSF plus or minus 10%; Black 94 lbs/MFSF plus or minus 10%; White 97 lbs/MFSF plus or minus 10% |
| Internal bond: | Rose Brown 50 lbs/in2 plus or minus 10%; Tan 58 lbs/in2 plus or minus 10%; Black 58 lbs/in2 plus or minus 10%; White 90 lbs/in2 plus or minus 10% |
| Tensile MD: | Rose Brown 125 lbs/lineal inch plus or minus 10%; Tan 133; Black 133; White 132 |
| Tensile CD: | Rose Brown 70 lbs/lineal inch plus or minus 10%; Tan 76; Black 76; White 77 |
| Recommended use window: | Use within 3-6 months for best results |
Frequently Asked Questions
FormSurface offers stabilizing benefits while also accepting paint or print.
Yes. It can be used as both a facer and/or a backer depending on the application.
Rose Brown, Tan, Black and White are available.
Yes. It can be used in both, though hot press typically provides the best result for finishing.
Store FormSurface in a climate-controlled environment, ideally with the core and face materials so all components can reach equilibrium.
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FlyerInstallation Recommendations
Store FormSurface with the core and face materials so all components can reach equilibrium at the same relative humidity.
Use in a climate-controlled environment and use within 3-6 months for best results.
Can be used in hot press or cold press applications.
Works best with particleboard and MDF cores greater than 5/8″ thickness.
After pressing, use normal stacking procedures and allow 24 hours before further processing.
For hot press applications, use the correct adhesive solids, spread, temperature, pressure and cure time for the selected glue system.
For cold press applications, follow adhesive-dependent pressure, press time and cure requirements.
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