Thursday, January 29, 2009

Valchromat - Colored MDF

While bidding a current project I have been introduced to a new material - Valchromat. This is an MDF sheet (4x8 or 6x8) that is through colored. It is advertised as 30% stronger than MDF and water resistant, color fast, and a "green" material. Since when it is scratched it can be repaired since the color goes through it, it is similar to some of teh solid surface countertop products (like corian). A sheet will set you beack about $120 each, with a $40. packing charge per 40 sheets. If there was a black I think it would be an intriguing stage floor product. However, it is available in yellow, anthracite, blue, brown, green and red. You can check out a PDF of the specs here.

2 comments:

  1. Jean,
    Here is another product that is colored throughout. I had several conversations with the manufacturer as we were going through a bid process. The Richlite 1/4" goods were about $5.50 a square foot a few years ago. The skatelite has been of great interest as well, since its so durable.
    http://www.richlite.com/

    Keep up the good work on the site and thanks for turning comments on.
    Steve in Seattle

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  2. Anthracite: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthracite
    (I had to look it up) is probably pretty darn close to black, even if you paint it at least any damage wont really show.

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