What you should know about VT Fine Laminate Countertops

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2 What your customers should know about VT Fine Laminate Countertops. Many of your customers probably still refer to laminate countertops as Formica. Several major companies now manufacture laminate, including Formica, Nevamar, Pionite, and Wilsonart, and VT works with all of them. We also offer nine unique edge profiles, so we can supply your customers with literally thousands of possibilities to choose from. VERSATiliTY Your customers may come into your shop wanting something for their kitchen or bath. But VT countertops can be used in every room of the house. They are perfect for workspaces, laundry rooms, garages, desktops, and children s rooms. And best of all, they re a fraction of the cost of granite or stone. Which is also great news for your commercial and light industrial clients. VAluE With VT, you can assure your customers that their countertop is built to last. Each is formed as a single piece with a rolled front edge and an (optional) integral backsplash, so there are no seams to collect dirt and grime. That means less bacterial and microbial growth for a cleaner, healthier surface. And don t forget that they never need to be resealed or polished like most stone and solid surface products. All this in a product that creates the natural beauty of these costlier materials. THE VT EdgE VT is turning design on its edge with postformed laminate countertops that simply defy what was previously thought possible. Our stunning edge profiles, several proprietary to VT, create remarkable beauty worthy of even the most upscale applications. They convey a feeling of custom distinction yet are well within reach for your customers. What you should know about VT Fine Laminate Countertops HISTORY From modest beginnings in 1956, VT Industries has grown into the leader in the postformed laminate countertop industry. You ll find our countertops at the best kitchen and bath dealers across North America, as well as in America s home improvement centers. MANUFACTuriNG With seven strategically located manufacturing complexes and more than one million square feet of production space, we can deliver your order faster than any other manufacturer on the continent. While incorporating technologies from around the globe, our engineers have designed some of the industry s most efficient production lines exclusively for our use. QUAliTY The craftsmanship of every VT countertop is impeccable. Our standard 45-lb. industrial particleboard meets all HUD and governmental specifications and is American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved. Other substrate materials are available to meet additional requirements, including environmental specifications. Our PVA glue line provides the strongest possible bond between the particleboard and laminate. CUSTOMER CARE Whether you use VTonline or our toll-free number, your order is received by our customer service center, which provides you centralized customer care from our highly trained professionals. VT Industries consistently ranks highest in our category for on-time and accurate shipments. 3 At VT, we rely on our network of highly skilled fabricators and installers located across the country to ensure that our countertops are installed to last. In fact, our colleagues are so professional, we call them the VT PRO Team. For information on our network, please call us at (ext. 363) Bella Capri , Wilsonart or visit

3 Sophisticated and modern lines blend effortlessly into the slab-like profile Pencil-line edge creates the authentic look of granite Marbella 1/8" Radius Bengal Slate , Wilsonart 4

4 Valencia Dramatic, graceful contoured slope Full-wrap edge design for classic sophistication Full Wrap Ogee 5 Bella Capri , Formica

5 Striking edge contours add distinction and flair Double-waterfall edge is perfect for classic and modern designs Barcelona Contemporary Ogee Golden Mascarello 3465-RD, Formica 6

6 Geneva Clean, attractive edge contour lines Subtle modern drop ogee eminates understated class Modern Drop Ogee 7 Slate Sequoia , Formica

7 Contemporary, postformed double-radius edge can provide the slab of solid surface or stone Attractive focal point in kitchens and baths Futura Double Radius Edge Labrador Granite , Formica 8

8 Caprice Eye-catching design with no-drip front edge Notch particleboard riser on no-drip edge strengthens the area and prevents gap from appearing between the particleboard and the laminate No Drip Edge 9 Madura Garnet , Wilsonart

9 Sleek styling of a 180 postformed edge Perfect for customers looking for a rounder profile Popular choice for commercial applications Nova 180 Wrap Edge Breccia Paradiso , Formica 10

10 Tempo Waterfall Edge Classic, postformed waterfall edge Radius on waterfall edge and backsplash provides a contemporary look 11 Madura Gold , Wilsonart

11 Traditional self-edge Added benefit of a postformed cove Classic Square Edge Green Tigris , Wilsonart 12

12 Discover the Advantages of Postformed Countertops DEfiNITION OF POSTFORMED Postformed countertops are prefabricated countertops formed as a single piece from the backsplash to the front edge. Laminate is wrapped around the core material from the curved backsplash, to the cove and then over the front edge to provide a seamless surface. THE BENEfiTS OF SEAMLEss COUNTERTOPS Help avoid the collection of dirt and grime Provide the appearance of granite, stone, or marble Allow easy maintenance with no polishing or resealing needed Are easy to install for new construction or remodel projects Offer your builder or fabricator the ability to create custom pieces that complement postformed pieces Laminates available from all major manufacturers PVA glue for strongest hold Several unique profiles available Integral backsplash Postform design eliminates seam 45-lb. industrial core particalboard VT s Commitment to Sustainability PRACTICE SUSTAINABiliTY WITH EQcountertops LOW EMISSIONS VT is the first and only national manufacturer of postformed laminate countertops that are both GREENGUARD Certified and FSC certified. And VT s EQcountertops are the only GREENGUARD Children and Schools sm Certified laminate countertop product on the market. Not only are they lowemitting, but they are aesthetically appealing and can help your project earn Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED ) points for your project. LEED POINTS EQcountertops are manufactured using Skyblend particleboard, consisting of 100% pre-consumer recycled wood fiber particleboard made with no added urea-formaldehyde. They can contribute to LEED points for recycled content, regional materials, and low-emitting materials. Skyblend is tinted blue for easy identification and is as durable as any substrate product. EQcountertops contribute to improved occupant health and quality of life through improved indoor air. Biodegradable, water-based adhesives and no added urea-formaldehyde substrates eliminate harmful Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). GREENGUArd FOR CHildrEN & SCHOOls Our EQcountertops are thoroughly tested quarterly for chemical emissions by The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI). GEI is an industry-independent, nonprofit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program, establishing acceptable indoor air standards for indoor products, environments, and buildings. VTCountertop.com Industrial Park P.O. Box 490 Holstein, IA VT Industries, Inc. All rights reserved. NPTG-0811 Printed on recycled and recyclable paper. Photo on front cover: MARBELLA Travertine Silver , Formica