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    Formica 5017-11 Watercolor Steel Laminate Sheet

    Formica 5017-11 Watercolor Steel laminate is a high-pressure laminate sheet designed as a durable surfacing material, so it serves well anywhere a hard-wearing decorative surface is needed. The sheet measures 30 inches by 96 inches, giving fabricators a workable size for countertops, casework, or other furniture surfaces without excessive seams. The postform grade construction supports standard postforming workflows, so shops can form wrapped profiles along edges rather than relying only on square builds. This product is part of the Formica HPL line from Formica Corporation, which means it is engineered specifically for laminate and surfacing applications in woodworking environments. The Watercolor Steel design provides a consistent decorative pattern that can visually coordinate multiple components in the same job. The satin touch finish gives the surface its specific visual and tactile character, creating a finished look that is distinct from gloss or heavily textured options.

    Key Laminate Details For Surfacing Projects

    • The 30 inch by 96 inch size provides a continuous run of laminate, which helps fabricators span typical cabinet and countertop lengths with fewer joints to layout or trim.
    • The postform grade construction is built for forming applications, allowing shops to bend the laminate over edges where the process is supported by their tooling and techniques.
    • This product is classified as high-pressure laminate, giving it the strength and rigidity expected from HPL sheets for use on substrates in cabinets, counters, and similar surfaces.
    • The satin touch finish defines the final surface sheen and feel of the laminate, helping designers match a specific visual target in a project set.
    • The Watercolor Steel design is part of the Formica 5017 pattern family, allowing consistent color and pattern usage across multiple related installations.

    Postform Grade Laminate For Practical Installation

    This Formica 5017-11 Watercolor Steel laminate is identified as postform grade, so it fits workflows where edges are formed rather than left square. The 30 inch width lines up well with many cabinet and countertop depths, reducing offcut waste during layout. At 96 inches in length, the sheet supports long runs, which can simplify installation planning when fabricating straight sections. Being a high-pressure laminate, it is designed to be bonded over appropriate substrates in standard laminate fabrication processes. The satin touch finish is factory-applied, so installers work directly with the final appearance without secondary finishing steps on the laminate face.

    Using Watercolor Steel Laminate In Real Projects

    Where Formica 5017 Watercolor Steel Performs Well

    Formica 5017 Watercolor Steel high-pressure laminate is described as suitable for all of your surfacing needs, so it is positioned for broad use across cabinets, countertops, and general furniture surfaces. Its classification within the Formica HPL category places it alongside other laminate and surfacing materials commonly used in woodworking shops, supporting integration into existing fabrication routines. The 30 inch by 96 inch sheet size suits many standard cabinet component dimensions, which helps drafters and shop managers nest parts efficiently. The Watercolor Steel pattern brings a stone-textured look to the surfacing, giving projects a specific design direction that can be repeated across panels, tops, and vertical surfaces.

    Details That Help Achieve Consistent Laminate Results

    The high-pressure laminate construction of this product provides a stable decorative layer that bonds to substrates, aiding consistent results when pressed under appropriate shop conditions. The postform grade specification signals that the laminate can participate in edge-forming workflows, which helps maintain a continuous decorative surface around corners where the process is used. The satin touch finish gives the surface a defined sheen that remains constant from sheet to sheet, which matters when multiple pieces are visible in the same room. The Formica Corporation branding and specific manufacturer part number 050171211708000 give purchasing teams precise identification, helping them reorder the exact same pattern and finish when expanding or replicating projects. Within the Wurth Baer Supply surfacing range, this laminate aligns with other laminate and surfacing materials, so shops can build a coherent material set for different areas of a build.

    Common Questions About This Formica Laminate

    What are the exact sheet dimensions of this laminate?

    Formica 5017-11 Watercolor Steel laminate is supplied in a 30 inch by 96 inch sheet, which supports typical cabinet and countertop layouts with longer continuous runs.

    What type of laminate is Formica 5017 Watercolor Steel?

    Formica 5017 Watercolor Steel is a high-pressure laminate, so it is designed to be bonded to substrates for durable decorative surfacing in woodworking projects.

    What does postform grade mean for this laminate?

    This laminate is postform grade, meaning it is specified for forming applications, allowing fabricators to use it in edge-forming processes where their equipment and methods support it.

    What finish does the Watercolor Steel laminate have?

    The Watercolor Steel laminate uses a satin touch finish, giving the surface its particular sheen and tactile feel for finished installations.

    How is the Watercolor Steel design described by Formica?

    The Watercolor Steel design is described as a stone textured high-pressure laminate, so it delivers a stone-like visual character on the finished surface.

    Who manufactures this Watercolor Steel HPL sheet?

    This laminate is manufactured by Formica Corporation as part of the Formica HPL product line and distributed by Wurth Baer Supply.

    Selecting This Sheet For Your Next Surfacing Job

    Formica Watercolor Steel satin touch laminate in the 30 inch by 96 inch postform grade sheet gives installers a defined size, pattern, and finish to work into their layouts. The high-pressure laminate construction, Watercolor Steel stone-textured design, and satin touch finish together establish a clear visual and functional role in countertop, cabinet, and furniture surfacing. When a project calls for this specific Formica 5017 pattern and sheen, this sheet ID and manufacturer part number 050171211708000 provide a direct path from specification to ordering.

    Color/Finish
    Watercolor Steel
    Color Number
    5017
    Sheet Size
    30 x 96 in
    Laminate Grade
    Postform
    Finish
    Satin Touch
    Product Type
    High Pressure Laminate (HPL)
    Finish Code
    11
    Grade Code
    12
    Design Family
    Stone
    Width (in)
    30 in
    Length (in)
    96 in
    Supplier Pack Size
    1
    Sold In
    1
    Color/Finish
    Watercolor Steel
    Color Number
    5017
    Sheet Size
    30 x 96 in
    Laminate Grade
    Postform
    Finish
    Satin Touch
    Product Type
    High Pressure Laminate (HPL)
    Finish Code
    11
    Grade Code
    12
    Design Family
    Stone
    Width (in)
    30 in
    Length (in)
    96 in
    Supplier Pack Size
    1
    Sold In
    1
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    Item # FL5017-1211-78 • Mfr # 050171211708000

    Formica 5017-11 Watercolor Steel Laminate Postform Grade, 30"x96" Satin Touch Finish

    60 x 144 in30 x 144 in48 x 96 in30 x 96 in
    Formica Corporation
    $75.80/Sheet
    Formica 5017-11 Watercolor Steel Laminate Postform Grade, 30"x96" Satin Touch Finish
    Item# FL5017-1211-78 / MFR Part # 050171211708000
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