The Laminex HPL Colour Palette is a leading indicator of emerging colour and design trends, and the 2011 collection is poised to capture the imagination of the decorative interiors industry.

The Laminex Group said the launch of the new décors follows extensive global research.

"€œIt delivers a design-leading collection that will both inspire and offer diversity within the one extensive colour palette,"€ National Sales and Marketing Manager Nicky Duggan said.

"€œIt'€™s all about continuing to keep Laminex at the forefront of colour and design."€

Within the Standard Laminex HPL Colour Palette, 31 new décors have been introduced from zesty fresh vibrant hues through to more intense colours for that bold statement.  Also included in the range are tints and visual textures that cleverly evoke a variety of images from soft velvet through to weather-faded woodgrain.

The lustre and superior scuff resistance of Laminex DiamondGloss gets set to take on a whole new look, with the addition of nine exciting new décors. With names such as Black Ironstone and Ice Veil, the new additions will take interiors to that next level.

"Our tight forming Laminex Squareform range has also had six new décors added," Nicky said.

The Laminex Innovations range embraces light and reflection for dramatic results, and boasts 22 new décors which explore the effect of illumination on design. Visual texture and tactile surfaces, combined with versatile finishes, are used to good effect opening the door to inspired design which will bring even the most inanimate of spaces to life.

The introduction of Laminex Chemical Resistant surfaces will provide advanced protection against damaging chemicals in a number of demanding environments from nursing stations through to hair dressing salons and dental laboratories. Durable, stylish, and easy to maintain, they are suitable for interior horizontal and vertical surfaces such as sinks, counters, laboratory benches, cabinets and more.

Available in five decors, the laminate is resistant to acids, alkalis, corrosive salt, and other destructive substances and is formable around internal and external bends.

"This update of popular favourites and the introduction of exciting new products is part of our commitment to offering the New Zealand design and fabrication community the best products available,"€ said Nicky.

For further information and downloadable technical details, or to view the colour range, please view the online resource.