In the laminate world, perfectly matched edgebanding is essential for achieving a seamless and aesthetically pleasing look. At Teknaform™, we strive to be the preferred partner for edgebanding color matches by making this process smooth and reliable for our customers. In this blog post, we take a closer look at the matching process, quality control measures, and explore how our relationship with laminate partners is integral to achieving the perfect match.
Matching Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Submit a Color Request: This request can be for a new SKU or a custom match. Our Sample Department is on hand to guide you through the initial steps and answer any questions you may have.
Step 2: Provide a Color Sample: To ensure accuracy, customers are asked to send a 5x7 or 8x10 sample panel. These panels should be marked with tape indicating a 1” path for matching. Along with the sample, any additional details provided to our sample department are reviewed before the sample is forwarded to production.
Step 3: Match and Approve vs. Match and Run: Customers have the option to Match and Approve or Match and Run. Match and Approve is offered in a standardized size of 15/16” x 1mm for core colour or 0.018” for print only, with a 2-3 week turnaround time. Once the match is approved it will be scheduled with production. Match and Run provides 30,000 feet of edgebanding to be produced per match off the start, in any size requested by the customer, with a guaranteed match. After the initial run is approved, the rest of the order is fulfilled.
Quality Control
Quality control is at the heart of our matching process. All matches are inspected to the industry standard of D65 in our light booth. This proven method ensures we provide you with the confidence that your edgebanding will look perfect in any environment. If requested, we also encourage onsite matching (Live Run approval) when needed.
Collaboration with Laminate Partners
Looking for a match on the newest laminate release? Teknaform™ has you covered! Our exclusive agreements with the leading OEMs allow us to prepare matches well in advance of new product lines going to market. We invest in cylinders and color development to expedite customer product releases so that new SKUs are well-stocked and readily available upon launch. This proactive approach helps our customers stay ahead of the competition with timely product availability.
At Teknaform™, we are committed to providing exceptional color-matching services. Our detailed process ensures high-quality matches with efficient turnaround times, making us a trusted partner for all your edgebanding needs. Whether you need a match for a new SKU or a custom request, Teknaform™ is here to deliver the perfect solution, every time.
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