Short answer: to match edge banding to an ARAUCO PRISM panel, read the full decor code on the board label, such as WF220, SF237 or W919, and order the edge with that same code. PRISM reuses words like pine, ash, cherry and white across many decors, so the number matters more than the name. Get a free sample of that code and hold it against your board before you buy rolls.
Key takeaways
- Every PRISM decor in our range is named by a letter prefix plus a number, then a decor name, for example WF301 Noce Vettore.
- We list 76 PRISM matches below. Each one is made by CT Edge Band to match the panel and carries its own CT reference number.
- Six PRISM pine decors and six ash decors are in our range, so a species word alone will not find the right edge.
- There are several PRISM whites. W100, W919, W920, SF100 and SF210 each have their own edge.
- Judge the match from a physical sample next to the board, not from a photo on a screen.
Where do you find the PRISM decor code?
PRISM is the decorative panel line sold by ARAUCO. Look for the code on the panel label, the pallet tag, your distributor's quote or invoice, or the project spec sheet. Write down the prefix, the number and the name together, for example SF208 Flokstone.
If you only have a color name, ask your panel supplier for the code. A name like "Cherry" fits three PRISM decors in our range.
Which PRISM edge banding matches do you carry?
Find your code in the table and click it to open the matching roll. Each product page lists the sizes available for that decor.
A few PRISM decors are not in this table while we check their product details. If your code is missing, send it to us and we will tell you whether we have a match.
Which PRISM decor names are easy to mix up?
These words appear in more than one PRISM decor. If your paperwork only gives the word, you need the number before you order.
| Word in the name | PRISM decors in our range |
|---|---|
| White | SF100 Victorian White, SF210 Antique White, W100 White, W919 Cotton White, W920 Vogue White |
| Cherry | WF121 Burma Cherry, WF236 Ankara Cherry, WF310 Talas Cherry |
| Walnut | WF220 Brazilian Walnut, WF263 Walnut Amati |
| Maple | WF229 Merit Maple, WF270 Cabinet Maple, WF275 Hardrock Maple |
| Oak | WF344 Queenston Oak, WF448 Seared Oak |
| Ash | WF368 Linear Ash, WF449 Sarek Ash, WF450 Bergen Ash, WF451 Narvik Ash, WF452 Karuna Ash, WF458 Presten Ash |
| Pine | WF377 Pewter Pine, WF444 Tumalo Pine, WF445 Sahalie Pine, WF459 Abiqua Pine, WF461 Koosah Pine, WF462 Wallowa Pine |
| Groovz | WF392 Licorice Groovz, WF393 Concrete Groovz, WF394 Arctic Groovz |
How do you match edge banding to a PRISM panel, step by step?
- Read the full code. Take the prefix, number and name from the board label or invoice.
- Find it in the table above. Open the product page and confirm the code and name match your paperwork.
- Check the width. For a 3/4" panel, a 15/16" (about 23 mm) band leaves a little to trim flush. Confirm the sizes listed on the product page.
- Order a free sample. Request it from our free sample page.
- Compare in two kinds of light. Hold the sample on the panel near a window and under shop lights, and on woodgrains run it in the same direction as the face grain.
- Order the rolls. Use our guide on how much edge banding you need to size the order.
How do you choose between two close PRISM matches?
- Undertone: whites and greys lean warm or cool. Lay both samples on the board and see which one shares its cast.
- Texture: a stone or textile look reads best with an edge that carries a similar texture, not a plain one.
- Grain: on woodgrains, compare against a full-size offcut, since a short strip shows less of the pattern.
- Where it shows: test against doors and drawer fronts first, since they get the closest look.
If you work with more than one panel brand, our UNIBOARD, TAFISA and PRISM matching guide compares how each brand labels its decors. For whites in general, see how to match the right white.
Frequently asked questions
Is this edge banding made by ARAUCO?
No. CT Edge Band makes the edge banding and matches it to PRISM decors. ARAUCO PRISM is the panel brand.
What width do I need for a 3/4" PRISM panel?
Order 15/16" (about 23 mm), which is a little wider than the panel so you can trim it flush. Check each product page for the sizes listed for that decor.
My old PRISM cabinets look darker than the new sample. Why?
Panels can change color over years of light exposure, and colors can shift a little between production lots. Compare the sample with the actual board you are repairing before you order.
Why does the product photo look different from my board?
Screens and photos change color, sheen and texture. Judge the match from a physical sample next to the board.
Ready to match your PRISM project?
Find your code above and order a free sample, or contact our team with your PRISM code and we will point you to the match.
