Wilsonart 7987 Palisades Oak Laminate and Compact Panels, Up to 60 in. x 144 in., Warm Brown Oak Woodgrain

This page sells Wilsonart design 7987 Palisades Oak in 30 variants: a medium-texture oak with full cathedrals and open soft grain in warm brown tones with darker brown rays. Choose 38 Fine Velvet or 60 Matte finish, grades from standard and postforming to vertical and 1/2 in. compact, and twelve sheet sizes. Each order unit is one sheet or panel.

Key Features:

• Warm brown oak: The design shows full cathedrals with a prominent open soft grain in warm brown tones.
• Compact panel option: 568 Compact HPL variants are self-supporting panels in 1/2 in. thickness at 48 x 96 and 60 x 144 in.
• Two finishes: Available in 38 Fine Velvet and 60 Matte finishes.
• Four grades: Offered in 107 Standard, 335 Vertical, 350 Postform and 568 Compact grades.
• Twelve sizes: Sheet sizes from 30 x 96 in. up to 60 x 144 in., including 1/2 in. compact panels.
• Broad variant count: Thirty finish/grade/size combinations are listed on this page.

Specifications Table:

Coverage & How Much You Need:

A 48 x 96 in. sheet covers 32 sq ft and a 60 x 144 in. sheet covers 60 sq ft; compact panels cover the same areas. Plan tops, edges and splash pieces on paper first so the chosen sheet size minimizes waste.

Fit and Compatibility:

Match tops, edges and cabinet ends across the 7987 Palisades Oak design in 107, 350, 335 and 568 grades; compact panels stand alone without a substrate while bonded HPL needs particleboard or MDF plus contact adhesive. Backer laminate sold separately.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What comes with an order?
A: One sheet or 1/2 in. compact panel in your chosen finish, grade and size; adhesives and substrates are not included.

Q: When should I choose the compact grade?
A: The 568 Compact HPL is a 1/2 in. self-supporting panel suited to worktops, partitions and other applications without a substrate.

Q: Which finish is best for counters?
A: Both listed finishes are used on this design; the 38 Fine Velvet and 60 Matte variants are the only ones offered, so pick by the sheen and texture you want.

Q: Is there a fire-rated or chemical-resistant version?
A: No fire-rated or Chemsurf variants are listed on this page for 7987; those appear on the 7986 Pasadena Oak page.

Q: What is the lead time?
A: It is listed as a special order; if not in stock locally, allow approximately 2 weeks for delivery.

Q: What substrate for standard grade?
A: Use flat particleboard or MDF with contact adhesive and a backer sheet on the underside.

Expert Verdict Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk

For worktops, the 1/2 in. compact panels give you a substrate-free option with finished edges, while 107 Standard over particleboard is the classic build-up method. If you postform, order 350 grade in a length covering the deck plus edge drop and radius. Balance every HPL-faced top with backer sheet, and stagger seams away from sinks and cooktops.

Wear gloves and eye protection when machining laminate, and carry large sheets flat with a helper to avoid cracking.

Order Wilsonart Palisades Oak laminate or compact panels in the size and grade you need.