Manhattan P.E.T. Finishes

Available in both high gloss and super matte finishes, our Manhattan P.E.T. (Polyethylene terephthalate) is a thermoplastic polymer film laminated to an MDF or particle board core.
It is safe, durable, water, UV, scratch, and fingerprint resistant.

HIGH GLOSS
MANHATTAN P.E.T.

High gloss features a super scratch resistant (SSR) coating and reflectivity as smooth as glass for a dramatic, contemporary look.

SUPER MATTE
MANHATTAN P.E.T.

Super matte provides a soft touch and a virtually finger-print free cabinet door.

Manhattan P.E.T. is available in frameless construction only

500 Folsom, San Francisco, CA - Fifth Avenue High Gloss upper doors with satin nickel Square pulls
Manhattan P.E.T. (Super Matte CARNEGIE)

All Manhattan P.E.T. samples presented on this website are subject to change due to material availability. Lanz Cabinets makes no guarantee that these Manhattan P.E.T. offerings will continue to be in production. If any Manhattan P.E.T.  style is discontinued, we will make every effort to find a suitable replacement.

MANHATTAN P.E.T. SPECIFICATIONS

ULTRA-MODERN LOOK

  • High Gloss finish — with a depth of color and a mirror-like finish, our .5 mm thick P.E.T. surface results in a more reflective and ripple-free surface (standard product thickness is .1-.3 mm).
  • Super Matte finish — features rich color and a soft texture. Our .4 mm thick surface results in a smoother look and feel.

DURABLE

  • Super Scratch Resistant (SSR) Coating, a hard coat finish for excellent scratch resistance
  • Impact and shatter-resistant
  • Water-resistant
  • Hygienic; does not promote bacterial growth
  • Stain and UV resistant
  • Won’t crack, peel, flake, or delaminate

SUSTAINABLE

  • TSCA Title VI certified MDF substrate
  • Safe, non-toxic and chemically neutral, inert material
  • PVC and BPA free
  • No Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
  • Made in the USA

AFFORDABLE

  • Less expensive than acrylic
  • Lower cost of maintenance and ownership
PROPERTIES SPECIFICATION METHOD
Gloss level* 91° Viewed at 60°
Matte level** Viewed at 60°
Mass - MR MDF TSCA Title VI 2.8/ft2 (91lb per panel) Viewed at 60°
Scratch Resistance 0.4 N (Force scale .1-10 N) DIN EN 15186
Stain Resistance No change after 30 minutes NEMA
Bond Strength 100% Fiber Split
Surface distortion <235° C | 455° F NEMA
Backing Color matched standard white melamine backing. Matching MANHATTAN high gloss or matte finish available as an option.

MANHATTAN DOOR EDGEBANDING

Hot Air edgebanding, composed of 1.2 mm polypropylene, is applied without adhesive. During the Hot Air process, the base layer melts to bond with the substrate and fills all voids at the edges. The result is a fully encased water-resistant door. Super matte faces with matching edgebanding give the look of a painted surface without cracking or peeling. Both super matte and high gloss finishes provide easy to maintain surfaces.