The Evolution of Laminates: From Ordinary to Extraordinary with Elmwood
This evolution can be attributed to manufacturers embracing cutting-edge technologies to develop laminates with realistic textures, intricate patterns, and vibrant colors. These innovations have expanded the creative options available to designers, allowing for greater customization in their projects.
Such is the case with the laminates recently launched by Elmwood, which are high-quality, highly distinctive materials that stand out as much for their finishes and textures as for their durability and practicality.
This article spotlights the different products in the Laminates category through their specific characteristics and offers some inspiration for integrating them into creating high-end projects.
Elmwood’s Laminates:
The New Age of High-End Materials
Elmwood’s reimagined Laminates category stands as a testament to the brand’s unwavering dedication to quality and innovation. The laminates have been meticulously researched to meet the demands of high-end projects, offering designers a wide range of options to create genuinely remarkable spaces.
Geneviève Gagné, Director of Product Development at Cabico&Co, shared the Elmwood team’s excitement in offering designers the products they have been waiting for. The new laminates will allow them to unleash their creativity. She emphasized the team’s dedication to selecting products that are not only innovative but also of high-end quality.
“Elmwood aims to position laminates as prestige products. This renewed line further enhances our catalog of distinctive finishes and delivers a unique selection for designers to express their creativity.
Our Woodgrain Laminates provide a strikingly realistic wood texture. The Colored Laminates, on the other hand, surprise with their depth and uniformity, offering endless design possibilities. The Metallic Laminates add a touch of luxury and character to spaces, while the FENIX Laminates provide contemporary aesthetics and a matte texture. With these products, we are taking the concept of laminates to a whole new level.”
Categories of Creativity
Elmwood’s Laminates come in a wide range of colors, patterns and door styles, making them versatile to use in both traditional and modern kitchens, catering to various styles and preferences. The Laminates are categorized into distinct types, each with its unique characteristics and options. Let’s dive into each category!
Woodgrain Laminates are designed to replicate the natural beauty of wood with textures and finishes resembling various wood species, delivering an authentic and warm ambiance. Finishes such as Integrity Oak achieve unmatched realism and quality, allowing designers to craft charming and contemporary kitchens that exude elegance and sophistication.
Twilight Ebony, a Woodgrain Laminate with a Textured-Synchronized finish, is unique in texture and color. It’s a deep black with the look of charcoal wood. For this mood board, Elmwood was inspired to combine it with raw materials like granite and concrete. Tweed textiles in a deep grey color bring warmth and light to the design, accentuating the light undertones of the cabinets. The sophisticated look is achieved with a mix of earthy tones and monochromatic handles.
The Benchmark in Woodgrain Laminates
A Luxuriously Rich Textured Finish
Exquisite and Detailed Textures
Delightful to the Touch
Gleaming Perfection
Colored Laminates from Elmwood provide vibrant and bold finishes to create distinctive modern designs. They come in many hues, allowing designers to create stellar spaces. The depth and uniformity of the Colored Laminates make them an excellent choice for adding visual interest to your project.
Combined with soft, warm colors, Jasper Beige evokes the gentle comfort of a cocooning setting, inviting the tranquillity of a relaxing moment with a cup of coffee. We created an enveloping, rejuvenating environment through warm wood tones and muted textures. Subway tiles offer a modern, timeless appeal to the space. To enhance the unique design, we envisioned a bold countertop with beige undertones to match the cabinets.
A lustrous Glistering High Gloss Finish
A Sultry, Velvety Matte Finish
If you want to add a touch of exquisiteness and sophistication to your project, Metallic Laminates are the perfect choice. They offer a distinct metallic finish, lending a sense of richness and sparkle to any space.
Bronzite Gold is a beautiful material to use for a walk-in closet. Its metallic look lends a touch of nobility and character to this small space. Combined with black-stained wood and a textured countertop accented with warm lighting, it creates a hushed atmosphere ideal for showcasing the finest clothes and accessories.
FENIX Laminates from Elmwood are known for their nature-inspired matte texture. These laminates offer a unique combination of elegance and practicality.
With its lush green shade, Verde Comodoro is the perfect color for a space dedicated to wellness. Combined with honey-colored wood, golden accessories, and lavender hues, it exudes calm and contributes to a serene and tranquil ambiance.
With Elmwood’s diverse range of laminates, designers have endless creative canvases to explore. From realistic wood textures to vibrant colors and metallic finishes, the laminates offer a world of inspiration for high-end projects.
Beyond Aesthetics
Beyond their remarkable styles, Elmwood Laminates also offer numerous practical benefits. The laminates have been engineered to provide exceptional performance, ensuring their longevity and ease of maintenance.
Elmwood laminates are designed to be antibacterial, making them ideal for spaces where hygiene is critical. Additionally, they are scratch-resistant and moisture-resistant, making them highly durable and built to withstand the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Harmonizing Natural Wood with Laminates
When it comes to high-end projects, designers frequently seek a balance between the warmth of natural wood and the versatility of laminates. The fusion of these two materials offers the best of both worlds.
This combination allows designers to create visually appealing contrasts and textures by incorporating the warmth of natural wood and the sleek nature of laminates in the same space. They have the freedom to experiment with different colors, finishes, and grains to achieve stunning functional and one-of-a-kind spaces.
A World of Possibilities
Incorporating Elmwood laminates into your projects allows you to unleash your creativity. With our inspiring mood boards and a range of exceptional laminates to choose from, Elmwood Laminates will inspire designers and elevate projects in whole new ways. Explore them today!