OCTOBER 30, 2024 | *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Revolutionizing MDF Panel Preparation: Introducing KIRI White Paintable Paper for the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers McDonough, GA. In a significant advancement for the Kitchen Cabinet Industry, KIRI White Paintable Paper is set to transform how medium-density fiberboard (MDF) panels are prepared for painting. Traditionally, manufacturers have relied on multiple steps involving primers and sealers, but KIRI White offers a streamlined solution that enhances efficiency and quality.

Current methodologies for preparing MDF panels include applying one to two primer coats, using paintable paper with limited workability, and using UV fillers or sealers. Each method has its own track record of success, yet the reliance on spray applications can lead to overspray losses and variability in coverage. In fact, during the spray application process, approximately 70% of the primer bonds effectively to the surface, while 30% is lost due to overspray. This inconsistency often necessitates the application of multiple layers of primer, which requires extensive sanding and cleaning between each coat—an arduous process involving up to eight steps.

KIRI White Paintable Paper eliminates this complex priming process entirely. Manufacturers can apply the KIRI White paper and directly topcoat with their desired paint color, significantly reducing processing times. The KIRI White product is proven compatible with a wide array of industrial and consumer-grade paints and enamels, ensuring a consistent finish every time.

"The introduction of KIRI White Paintable Paper revolutionizes MDF panel preparation," said Yuji Sugimoto, National Sales Manager. "By simplifying the process, manufacturers can achieve higher-quality finishes without the variability and labor associated with traditional spraying methods. This innovation enhances product quality and boosts productivity across the board."

-Yuji Sugimoto, National Sales Manager at TOppan Interamerica

With KIRI White, manufacturers can expect a notable increase in efficiency and finish quality, as the product allows for uniform application without the complications that typically arise from inconsistent primer spraying processes.

For more information about KIRI White Paintable Paper and how it can benefit your manufacturing operations, please contact:

Matthew Broadhead

Product Manager

Toppan Interamerica

404-971-9079

mbroadhead@tia.toppan.com

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Toppan Interamerica, Inc. designs, prints and sells decorative papers and films that surface commercial and residential surfaces such as floors, counter tops, cabinets, furniture, fixtures, walls and more. Toppan has gained international acclaim for its design development that replicates natural materials such as wood and stone.

We have two manufacturing facilities in the United States, our headquarters in McDonough, GA and our printing facility in Morgantown, PA acquired in 2012. The Toppan Group also has a global presence in décor materials with factories in Europe, the United States and Asia. Our strategic partnerships, collaborations, and relationships with companies and people around the world allow us to remain at the forefront of innovation and environmental sustainability when it comes to decorative surface materials.

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