Uniboard TFL Technical Specifications

Uniboard® TFL panels: melamine-saturated paper thermally fused to particleboard or MDF, produced in Québec. This is the material fine print for architects and specifiers. Every value comes from Uniboard's own published documents and is cited beside the value.

How to read this page. The values describe the raw TFL panel as Uniboard 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 Uniboard 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.

Uniboard TFL panel data

PropertyPublished valueSource (accessed)
Product lineUniboard® TFL panels: over 130 colours and 14 finishes. Produced in Sayabec, Val-d’Or and Laval, Québec. The product page lists 164 products.[U1] 2026-11-13
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Substrate / coreParticleboard or MDF. Spec options: melamine particleboard ANSI A208.1 Grade M-S (600–650 kg/m³) and Grade M-2 (620–670 kg/m³); MDF Excel+ ANSI A208.2 Grade 155 (740–770 kg/m³); NU Green Soya™ (NAF); NU Green® 2 (ULEF). The documentation center also lists TFL on NU Green MR50 MDF.[U1] 2026-11-13
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Thickness / panel sizesOffered in “multiple dimensions, thicknesses and finishes.” Specific values: Not published by manufacturer in the documents reviewed.[U1] 2026-11-13
DensityM-S 600–650 kg/m³; M-2 620–670 kg/m³; MDF Excel+ 740–770 kg/m³ (2016 spec).[U2] 2026-11-13
FinishesAura, Bistro®, Brushed Elm, Calico, Dolomite®, High Gloss, Lyra, Nobella, Omnia, Rio, Riviera Oak, Sequoia, Supermat, Vellum (product page finish filter).[U7] 2026-11-13
Wear resistance (NEMA LD 3-2005)400 cycles (solid colours); 125 cycles (prints).[U1] 2026-11-13
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Other surface performance (NEMA LD 3-2005)Appearance: no surface defects Type A, B or C. Stain: 1–10 no effect (solids), 11–15 moderate (prints). Cleanability max 20. Light: slight. High temperature: slight. Radiant heat: no effect after 60 s. Boiling water: no effect. Impact 381 mm/m (15 in). Warping (CPA Annex D) 3 mm/m.[U1] 2026-11-13
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Fire ratingStandard products: ASTM E84 Class III or C (flame spread 76–200, smoke ≤450). NU Green FR MDF: Class 1 / Class A. FR typical values, 3/4" laminate: ASTM E84 FS 0 / SD 15; CAN/ULC-S102 FS 20 / SD 45. Uniboard notes some laminates and coatings may alter FR ratings.[U1] 2026-11-13
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Formaldehyde / emissionsMeets EPA TSCA Title VI (40 CFR 770) and/or CARB 2, CAN/CSA-O160-16, ANSI A208.1, CARB ATCM 93120. 2016 spec: less than 0.09 ppm (CARB Phase 2).[U1] 2026-11-13
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CertificationsEco-Certified Composite (ECC). FSC® CoC/CW certificate PBN-COC-002726 / PBN-CW-002726, licence FSC-C002807, valid 02 Dec 2022 – 01 Dec 2027; FSC panels on request. EPDs (particleboard, MDF) and HPDs are listed in the documentation center. The posted GREENGUARD Gold certificate covers “Uniboard VGP-HPL”, an HPL product, not TFL.[U1] 2026-11-13
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Recycled content100% post-industrial recovered wood fiber (2016 spec).[U2] 2026-11-13
LEED contribution2016 spec lists LEED v4 submittals: recycled content, regional materials, low-emitting materials (CARB Phase 2), certified wood (FSC). The sell sheet refers to the documentation center for current LEED info.[U1] 2026-11-13
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Moisture resistanceTFL on NU Green MR50 MDF is listed (SDS / HPD / environmental data sheet).[U8] 2026-11-13
Care / cleaningWipe with a damp micro-fiber cloth, mild liquid soap and water, or a melamine foam sponge. Avoid abrasives, scouring powders, strong acids/alkalis and paper towels. For ink, marker, paint or cosmetics use methylated spirits or acetone. Nobella textures are handled like wood veneer.[U4] 2026-11-13
Storage / installationUnload under shelter; never store outdoors; keep off the floor; 21 °C (70 °F), 35–45% RH; acclimate at least 1 week (2 ideal). Glue/assemble with dowels or plated screws.[U2] 2026-11-13
WarrantyNot published by manufacturer (documents carry a no-warranty disclaimer).[U1] 2026-11-13

Uniboard source documents

  1. [U1] Uniboard TFL Panels sell sheet / technical specifications. Published by Uniboard Canada Inc. (Laval, Québec). Accessed 2026-11-13.
  2. [U2] Uniboard CSI/CSC Product Specification – Thermally fused Melamine Decorative Panels (April 5, 2016). Published by Uniboard Canada Inc. (Laval, Québec). Accessed 2026-11-13.
  3. [U3] Uniboard Surface Burning Characteristics. Published by Uniboard Canada Inc. (Laval, Québec). Accessed 2026-11-13.
  4. [U4] Uniboard General cleaning instructions for TFL and HPL laminates. Published by Uniboard Canada Inc. (Laval, Québec). Accessed 2026-11-13.
  5. [U5] Uniboard Canada Inc. FSC certificate (PBN-COC-002726). Published by Uniboard Canada Inc. (Laval, Québec). Accessed 2026-11-13.
  6. [U6] Uniboard GREENGUARD Gold certificate (Uniboard VGP-HPL). Published by Uniboard Canada Inc. (Laval, Québec). Accessed 2026-11-13.
  7. [U7] Uniboard TFL and HPL product page. Published by Uniboard Canada Inc. (Laval, Québec). Accessed 2026-11-13.
  8. [U8] Uniboard Documentation center. Published by Uniboard Canada Inc. (Laval, Québec). Accessed 2026-11-13.

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