This innovation marks a turning point in the manufacture and production of full-colour MDF, achieving an unprecedented white hue, said the company.
Distributed by James Latham in the UK and Ireland, the board – the result of seven years of R&D – stands out from the competition due to its exceptional brightness and opacity, the company added.
“Set to transform the way pale colours are used in interior and furniture design, the material provides a literal and figurative blank canvas, offering endless aesthetic potential for architects, designers, furniture makers and fit-out professionals alike,” said a spokesperson.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, White Pearl is engineered for performance. Its strength and moisture-resistance make it an ideal material for everything from standalone furniture to interior cladding; simultaneously delivering form, function, and visual appeal.
It’s easy to work and machine, tool friendly, non-toxic, and upon request, can be supplied as a flame-retardant option. Similar to Valchromat’s other panels, it’s also produced from sustainably sourced pine sawdust and waste in a low-carbon environment.
“Once again, Valchromat has moved the dial even further for what can be done within the MDF category,” said Nick Widlinski, panels director at James Latham. “This is rightly regarded as an important moment across the entire timber trade and we feel privileged to be able to introduce it to the UK and Irish markets. The material is also symbolic of our businesses’ shared reputation for industry firsts and commitment to self-improvement, enhancing our propositions to give customers what they want, when they need it and, sometimes, before they’ve even thought of it.”
Valchromat White Pearl is stocked nationwide across James Latham’s 12 depots. It’s available in a variety of thicknesses, from 8mm to 30mm, and dimensions starting at 2440mm x 1220mm.
