Funder TFL Technical Specifications
Funder TFL decorative panels (also called thermofused melamine, TFM) on particleboard, MDF or plywood cores, plus Kora TFL Veneer. This is the material fine print for architects and specifiers. Every value comes from Funder's own published documents and is cited beside the value.
How to read this page. The values describe the raw TFL panel as Funder publishes it, not a finished TFL Door cabinet door. For door construction (3/4" thickness, matched edgeband, stile and rail widths, MR-50 option), see specifying TFL cabinet doors. Where Funder does not publish a value, it is marked Not published by manufacturer. Manufacturers revise data sheets, so confirm against the current sheet before final specification. Sources were accessed 2026-11-13.
Funder TFL panel data
| Property | Published value | Source (accessed) |
|---|---|---|
| Product lines | Funder TFL decorative panels (also called thermofused melamine, TFM). Kora TFL Veneer is an unfinished, paintable/stainable paper veneer alternative to wood veneer (Alder, Beech, Birch, Cherry, Maple, Walnut, Rift Cut White Oak, Snow Oak; Nutmeg and White paintable). Also listed: EVERMATTE, EVERPLY+, Surface Synergies. | [N1] 2026-11-13 [N3] 2026-11-13 |
| Substrate / core | Core-neutral: particleboard, MDF, plywood/veneer core. Options: CARB Phase 2, ULEF, NAF, moisture resistant, fire-rated, door-grade. | [N1] 2026-11-13 |
| Thickness | “Broad spectrum of sizes, thicknesses.” The fire test table covers 1/2", 5/8" and 3/4" panels. Full thickness list: Not published by manufacturer. | [N1] 2026-11-13 [N2] 2026-11-13 |
| Panel sizes | Not published by manufacturer. | — |
| Density | Fire test panels: untreated particleboard, 45 lbs/cu.ft density. | [N2] 2026-11-13 |
| Wear resistance (NEMA LD3-301) | Solid color 600 cycles; woodgrain 200 cycles (typical). | [N2] 2026-11-13 |
| Other surface performance (typical) | Scuff: no effect. Conductive heat: no effect. Radiant heat: 165 s (solid and woodgrain). Boiling water: slight–no effect. High temperature: slight–no effect. Cigarette burn: 360 s solid, 520 s woodgrain. Stain: 1–23 no effect, 24–29 moderate. Light: solid slight, woodgrain no effect. Cleanability: no effect. Impact: 18–20 in drop. | [N2] 2026-11-13 |
| Particleboard physicals (typical) | Internal bond 90 psi. Dimensional change 0.4% L / 0.5% C. Flexural strength 2400 psi. MOE 450,000 psi L / 425,000 psi C. Deflection at rupture 0.2 in. Screwholding #10: 300 lb face, 200 lb end grain. Flatness: warp not to exceed 3/8" in 96" or 1/4" in 48". | [N2] 2026-11-13 |
| Fire rating (ASTM E84) | Standard (1/2"–3/4" untreated PB): flame spread 90–100, fuel contributed 90–105, smoke 150–175. Fire retardant: flame spread 15–20, fuel contributed 15–20, smoke 10–20. Fire retardant and engineered grades on special order. | [N2] 2026-11-13 |
| Formaldehyde / emissions | Complies with US EPA TSCA Title VI (40 CFR 770.10) and CARB ATCM 93120.2(a) Phase 2. Produced to HUD 24 CFR 3280 (<0.3 ppm). | [N1] 2026-11-13 [N2] 2026-11-13 |
| Certifications / LEED | Not published by manufacturer. | — |
| Applications | Office furniture, closet components, store fixtures and cabinets; healthcare, hospitality, commercial and retail settings. | [N1] 2026-11-13 |
| Warranty / care / installation | Not published by manufacturer. | — |
Funder source documents
- [N1] Funder America – Thermally Fused Laminate (TFL) Panels page. Published by Funder America, Inc. (Funder by Genesis Products), Mocksville, NC. Accessed 2026-11-13.
- [N2] Funder America – Technical Information (PDF, undated). Published by Funder America, Inc. (Funder by Genesis Products), Mocksville, NC. Accessed 2026-11-13.
- [N3] Funder America – KORA TFL Veneer page. Published by Funder America, Inc. (Funder by Genesis Products), Mocksville, NC. Accessed 2026-11-13.
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