Lite is a sturdy shelf with designer decor edges. Lite shelves are melamine covered chipboard but unlike lesser quality laminate shelves, you won't find unattractive black glue seams between the surfaces and edges. Smooth and durable shelf surfaces and edges. The Lite shelf is designed for a modern look and the cost-conscious customers. Made with melamine surfaces and a core of environmentally friendly particle board (65 to 90 percent residual sawmill and forestry industry wood). 3/4 in. decor shelving edge. Color: Driftwood.