Topcoats for Foils, 1993 European Plastic Laminates Forum Proceedings
Lubomir Mlynar
Decorative laminate foil topcoats are reviewed according to types, formula, method of application, properties attainable, test procedures, and most common problems. Testing procedures according to U.S. (NEMA) and European (DIN) norms are outlined and stain tests are discussed in detail. Problems addressed include levelling, foam, blistering and resistance properties.