Manhattan Finish Decorative Panel for Contemporary Cabinetry
The SALT SM'art A/A decorative panel in Chrysler brings the Manhattan finish to both faces of an 8 mm thermally fused laminate sheet, sized at 81-1/2 inch x 120-5/64 inch. This panel is designed for cabinet boxes, shelving, and interior components where a consistent, finished surface on both faces is essential to the build.
Key Features
- 13-hour water-resistant core — a vendor test result, not a wet-area rating, and useful where spills and humidity are routine.
- 50% post-consumer recycled core — half the core content is reclaimed wood fiber.
- A/An A/A construction delivers the same decorative face on both sides, so the panel works wherever either surface may be visible.
- Manhattan finish gives this Chrysler color its distinctive surface texture and sheen, consistent across the full SM'art collection.
- Thermally fused laminate (TFL) surface bonds the decorative face directly to the core under heat and pressure, leaving no glue line to open at the edge.
- 8 mm thickness suits interior cabinet components, back panels, and lightweight partitions that don't require full 3/4-inch stock.
- Large-format sheet at 81-1/2 inch x 120-5/64 inch, yielding broad coverage for high-volume cuts and tall cabinet runs.
- Matching ABS edgebanding is available in the SM'art collection for this color, so cut edges can be finished to match the face.
Where This Panel Fits the Work
At 8 mm, this panel is the right choice for applications that call for a finished surface without the weight or cost of a full-thickness board. Cabinet backs, drawer bottoms, decorative interior partitions, and lightweight shelving are natural fits. The A/A construction means both faces read the same color and texture, which matters on open shelving, room dividers, and any component visible from more than one angle. The large sheet dimensions reduce the number of seams in a tall run and give a shop more layout options when nesting parts.
TFL Construction and the Manhattan Finish
TFL fuses the decorative paper directly into the panel surface, so the face is part of the board rather than a layer on top of it. There is no delamination risk at the edge and no adhesive layer to telegraph through the surface. The Manhattan finish is a SM'art collection texture, defined by its specific emboss and sheen level. In Chrysler, that finish produces a surface appropriate for contemporary cabinetry where consistency of tone and texture across a cabinet interior is part of the design intent. The SM'art collection uses CARB2 compliant particleboard core, which clears the formaldehyde emission requirement on commercial and residential specifications.
Who Reaches for This Panel
Cabinet shops running contemporary residential or commercial interiors will find this panel useful for box interiors and visible backs where a single color carries through the whole assembly. Designers specifying a coordinated interior — same panel inside and out, edgebanding to match — can close the loop with matching SM'art ABS edgebanding in the same decor. At 8 mm, the sheet is also practical for display fixture work and retail millwork where weight per component matters. The sheet size accommodates full-height parts in a single piece, reducing glue-up time on tall applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A/A mean on an SM'art panel?
A/A indicates both faces carry the same decorative surface to the same appearance standard. Either face can show in the finished piece, which distinguishes this panel from an A/B construction where one face is held to a tighter grade than the other.
Is matching edgebanding available for the Chrysler color?
Yes. The SM'art collection offers matching ABS edgebanding in 23 mm, 43 mm, and 65 mm widths, available on 328-foot rolls. Short 54-foot rolls are available in the two wider widths for smaller jobs.
Is matching HPL available for SM'art panels?
SM'art matching HPL is available in a 60 inch x 120 inch sheet for carrying the color onto countertops or post-formed surfaces the panel program does not cover.
Is the 8 mm panel suitable for drawer bottoms?
Yes, 8 mm is a common thickness for drawer bottoms and cabinet backs, where a finished surface is needed but full-thickness stock would add unnecessary weight. Confirm your drawer construction and groove dimensions before specifying.
What core does the SM'art panel use?
SM'art panels use a CARB2 compliant hardwood particleboard core. This core holds machine-driven fasteners well and stays flat across wide panels.
Consistent on Both Faces, Ready to Cut
The SM'art A/A panel in Chrysler Manhattan ships finished on both faces and sized for high-yield cutting, so the shop can move straight from delivery to the saw without any additional surface prep.
