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Formica Forever: 12 New Retro Patterns

New patterns celebrating Formica's 100 years

In celebration of its 100th birthday, Formica has introduced a new collection featuring retro designs and colors. Revealed today at the International Builder’s Show today the collection was designed by renowned firm Pentagram, and will be available beginning January 31, 2013. According to Formica Group, this 2013 Anniversary Collection reflects on the Formica® brand and [...]

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Retro Images of the Week: 1950s Formica Advertising Sign

This is a point-of-purchase sign that advertises Formica laminated plastic and contact bond cement. The sign is made of metal and was paired with instructions for installing the Formica.

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1951 Formica Story Brochure

Cover of Formica 1951 story brochure

This Formica brochure is from 1951, when postwar residential construction was booming. Inside the brochure is a quaint little story called “Open Formica Inspection”.

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