StyleLex | Technical

Technical Guide

Design Guidlines

StyleLex panels are designed for indoor or covered outdoor use for cabinets and joinery. StyleLex is not designed for structural applications or external wall cladding.

For outdoor use they must be positioned in an opaque covered outdoor area with a minimum of 1500 mm overhang on all sides (based on 2500mm high). The finished cabinets must be installed in fully shaded areas and should not be exposed to direct sunlight where the temperature of the panels could exceed 70° C.

Highly exposed gables are not recommended. We suggest bench top finishes be used to finish cabinet ends in these circumstances.

StyleLex panels are combustible and should not be used directly adjacent to gas cook tops or barbeques. Designers should always consult the relevant gas and fire protection codes in their region(s) to ensure minimum clearances are maintained. AU/NZ installations around gas burners, barbeques or cooktops must be done in accordance with the appliance manufacturer's installation requirements and in accordance with AS/NZS 5601.1:2022 Gas Installation Code and any other relevant codes/standards must be followed.

Fabrication Guidelines

StyleLex panels can be fabricated using conventional decorative panel woodworking equipment.

Edge band performance will be best using PUR adhesive technology. All StyleLex panels should be edged on the whole perimeter to achieve maximum durability.

StyleLex panels can be drilled, screwed and glued using the same techniques as other wood core panels.

StyleLex panels should not be slid on top of each other or on machinery during the fabrication, always lift the panels as required.

Fixing Guidelines

- Load bearing shelves max of 600mm spacing
- Hinges max of 300mm spacing
- Drawer fronts and end panels max of 200mm spacing

Care and Maintenance

StyleLex surfaces should be cleaned with a clean, damp microfibre cloth and warm soapy water.

For grease or more stubborn marks, mild household cleaners can be used on face panel only. For carcass, a 70/30 mix of soapy water/vinegar can be used.

Guaranteed Quality

All StyleLex panels are laminated by EGR using our premier polyurethane (PUR) reactive hot melt bonding system.

EGR's facilities have been recognised for achieving ISO9001 Quality Management certification for their consistent performance and integrated quality assurance systems.