JAMES LATHAM, a leading UK and Ireland independent distributor of timber, panels and decorative surfaces, has announced that it has become both territories’ sole stockist of premium HPL brand, Merinolam.
With large stocks available nationwide across all 12 strategically positioned depots, this new range further enhances James Latham’s expansive portfolio, which already boasts over 2,000 high-quality decorative finishes.
Versatility Meets Style
Exclusive to James Latham, Merinolam is suitable for a wide variety of applications, from washroom panelling and kitchen countertops to interior cladding and decorative features. Combining durability, aesthetics, and ease of use, it’s the go-to material for home, workplace, and busy public areas alike.
James Latham now stocks the entire range of 55 on-trend decors, with colour highlights for 2025 including solid timber-inspired Sea Beech and Smoked Rioja Oak to muted-grey Castor Terrazzo and Crub Concreto. This reflects the growing appetite in the global specification community for biophilic design and warm minimalism.
Performance-Driven Innovation
What truly sets Merinolam apart is its performance-enhanced collections, including FR+ PF, speciality surfaces and super-matt anti fingerprint Luvih.
FR+ PF Laminates are postformable for optimum versatility, and have been tested in accordance with EN 13501-1 2019, achieving a B-s1, d0 fire classification. Available in bold colours, woodgrains, and patterns, they also offer scratch and impact resistance.
The Luvih collection is a super matt, anti-fingerprint laminate engineered to create a luxurious satin smooth feel. Designed for toughness and hygiene, Luvih is highly resistant to fingerprints, grease, and smudges. Its anti bacterial properties make it ideal for high-traffic areas such as reception lobbies, domestic kitchens, domestic and public furniture.
Finally the Speciality surfaces showcase Merinolam’s innovative approach towards developing HPLs which meet evolving audience preferences and requirements. The selection includes Uni+ through colour, hyper realistic metallic, whiteboard and powerful magnetic options.
Commenting on the latest addition to the distributor’s catalogue, Dave Green, laminates product champion at James Latham says, “Merinolam represents some of the highest quality premium HPL on the market today. This is a welcomed addition to our robust bank of decorative panels, further strengthening our commitment to offering our audiences real choice when it comes to achieving their vision. Its dedication to ethical sourcing and manufacturing processes echoes our own dedication to sustainability and social responsibility. Our depot teams across the UK and Ireland look forward to introducing customers to the full range over the next 12 months.”
The entire Merinolam range is available in a variety of dimensions (3,050 mm x 1,300 mm, 4,300 mm x 1,550 mm, 2,440 mm x 1,220 mm) and thicknesses ranging from 0.7 mm to 1 mm.
For more information and to explore the full range of Merinolam colours, tones, and hues, visit the James Latham website.
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