CleanCote Premier is a composite panel for interior use made by laminating an aluminum skin to a substrate of thermoset phenolic resin. A second aluminum skin is added as a backer and provides panel balance. This system is designed for use as interior cladding on walls in cleanroom type applications. However, Premier is ideal for other applications where an easily maintained surface is the primary concern. Similar to CleanCote Sentinel, Premier is impact resistant, water resistant, and provides ultimate smoothness. However, Premier is installed using moldings with a slightly higher shadow line than the flat moldings offered with Sentinel. CleanCote Premier offers a non-progressive attachment system utilizing two piece (plastic receiver and an aluminum cover) extruded moldings. First, the receiver is fastened to the studs and then covered with the edge of the panel. The panels are then mechanically fastened to the studs around the perimeter and adhered in the field of the panel using construction adhesive. After an approved sealant is applied, the joint is completed using aluminum snap-on covers.