Extra Thick 16mm Compact Grade Laminate | Cut to Size Panels

Extra Thick 16mm Compact Grade Laminate | Cut to Size Panels
Extra Thick 16mm Compact Grade Laminate | Cut to Size Panels
Four rectangular compact laminate sample panels in different colors are displayed against a light gray wall and floor, with a color range legend on the right listing Dark Grey, Glacier Blue, Pastel Grey, and White.
Compact grade laminate edges compared: a machined slight-round long edge versus a square-cut non-machined end
Bridgewater Direct CNC operator standing beside a Biesse machining centre in the Bolton workshop
Bridgewater Direct operator at the Homag beam saw cutting MFC sheets in the Bolton workshop
Compact grade laminate sample piece displayed with Bridgewater Direct colour charts

Premium 16mm compact grade laminate — solid-core board cut to your exact dimensions. 100% waterproof, impact-resistant and built for the hardest-working interiors: lab benching, heavy-duty worktops, cubicles, lockers and wall linings. Enter your sizes and get an instant price — no need to call for a quote.

16mm solid-core board in two sheet formats — 2800 × 1854mm and 3670 × 1630mm (panels up to 3600mm long). Our builder automatically prices your cut list on the cheaper format. Cutting and CNC edge machining included. Manufactured and dispatched from our Bolton workshop in 3–5 working days, delivered in 1 working day with free UK mainland delivery.

Free UK delivery — typical 4–6 working days  |  Trusted manufacturer since 1998 Free UK delivery — typical 4–6 working days
Trusted manufacturer since 1998 Made in Bolton — factory visits welcome
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Export includes Group and Panel name columns. Import CSV, TSV/tab text, or Excel (.xls / .xlsx). We match columns by header names (Length, Width in mm) or use the first columns in order. Optional: Panel name, Qty, Edging / Machining (0–7 or text such as “all edges”).

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From £2 Exc VAT £2.40 inc VAT · sample pack Panels from £516 / sheet · £619.20 inc VAT
FAQ
Common Questions
Sizing, cutting, machining & ordering
What is compact grade laminate?
Compact grade (also called solid-core HPL) is a dense, 100% waterproof sheet with a black core. Unlike standard laminate it contains no MDF or chipboard — it's solid laminate all the way through, making it extremely durable and moisture-proof.
What's the maximum panel size I can order?
Two sheet formats are available — 2800×1854mm and 3670×1630mm — so panels can be up to 3600mm long or up to 1800mm wide (not both in one panel). The builder prices your cut list on the cheaper format automatically and warns you if a panel is too large.
How is pricing calculated?
Boards are priced per full sheet based on how many sheets your cut list requires (including optimisation allowance). Cutting is charged per linear metre of cut perimeter and machining is charged per linear metre of edge. Live prices update instantly in the builder.
What edge machining options are available?
We offer a slight round (eased edge) on any combination of edges — 1 long, 2 long, 1 short, 2 short, or all four edges. This gives panels a clean, safe finish. Select the option per panel in the cut list.
Can I order a sample first?
Yes — use the "Order sample pack" button to receive a compact grade laminate material piece and colour chart delivered in an envelope, so you can check the colour and surface before committing to a full order.
Why 16mm instead of 13mm?
16mm compact laminate is stiffer and more impact-resistant than 13mm compact grade — the right choice for benching, worktops, larger unsupported spans and heavy-duty fittings. If 13mm suits your job, see our standard compact grade laminate cut-to-size page.
Can you match an existing colour?
Yes — email a clear photo in good light to sales@bridgewaterdirect.co.uk and we'll identify the closest match from our range before you order.
What are the typical applications?
Toilet cubicle doors and panels, IPS duct panels, vanity units, laboratory worktops, changing room panels, wet-area wall cladding, and anywhere requiring a waterproof, hard-wearing decorative surface.
Built for high-use environments

Compact grade laminate is the industry standard for demanding interiors — 100% waterproof, hard-wearing, and easy to maintain in commercial and institutional settings.

WHY COMPACT GRADE
  • Waterproof core — no MDF, no swelling
  • Resists scuffs, impacts and cleaning chemicals
  • Stable panels — cut precisely to your exact mm
  • Low maintenance — simply wipe down
  • Colour-matched to our laboratory panel range — the same hard-wearing decors specifiers choose for labs and washrooms
NOT SURE WHAT YOU NEED?

Send us your project details or a photo and we'll advise on the right colour, brand and edge finish before you order.

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About this product

16mm Compact Laminate panels cut to size for heavy-duty commercial, lab and washroom interiors.
Order 16mm solid-core compact laminate cut to your exact dimensions — our thickest, stiffest compact board, for jobs where 13mm isn't enough.

Typical uses

  • Laboratory benching, worktops & heavy-duty table tops
  • Locker doors, bench seating & changing room fittings
  • Washroom cubicles, IPS panels & wall linings in high-traffic buildings
  • Shelving, counters & work surfaces taking daily impact and load

Why choose 16mm compact laminate

  • 100% waterproof solid core — suitable for wet and hygiene-critical areas
  • Extra thickness for stiffer spans, heavier loads and harder knocks than standard 13mm
  • Panels up to 3600mm long — ideal for continuous bench runs and long worktops
  • Easy-clean surface with the dimensional stability for crisp edges and a long service life

Cut-to-size service
Enter your finished sizes and get an instant price — we manufacture to order and our builder automatically works out the most economical sheet usage for your cut list. Machined edges included.

Free UK mainland delivery, typically within 5–7 working days.

Only need standard-duty panels? See our 13mm Compact Grade Laminate cut to size — and if you need help specifying sizes for benching, worktops or table tops, contact us and we'll point you in the right direction.

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