(May 20, 2016 – Schaumburg, IL) Lamin-Art Inc., a leading brand of decorative surfaces in North America, today announced that they will be acquired by Arborite, a Montreal-based manufacturer of high pressure laminate (HPL).
Lamin-Art will remain a privately-held business and will operate as a separate business unit of the Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces global organization.
“The Lamin-Art business model nests beautifully into our global brand strategy.” Said Salvatore Rivera, President of Arborite. “Lamin-Art has earned a distinctive brand cachet and strong relationships in the commercial interior design and architectural markets. Their unique offering allows us to provide even more design and product choice to customers.”
“Lamin-Art is proud of our exceptional employees and the loyal customers we’ve earned over more than 50 years,” said Donald Krog, owner and President of Lamin-Art. “Together with Arborite’s resources and expertise, we’ll continue to evolve our distinctive and artful product line for the commercial design market.”
About Lamin-Art
Lamin-Art, a U.S.-based company, has supplied the commercial interior design and architectural professions with an exceptional selection of innovative design-statement laminates and outstanding customer service for more than 50 years. The company’s exclusive designs can be found in high-profile retail stores, hotels, restaurants, showrooms, trade show exhibits and more.
About Arborite
From their base in Montreal, Arborite, a business unit of Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces, has been bringing decorative high-pressure laminate to the design community with inspired contemporary surfacing solutions since 1947. Offering a range of premium textures and over 200 innovative colors and patterns, Arborite is known for its solid reputation of customer service, quality and reliability.