in the case of a plate - like element for supporting or bearing an object , with a core of generally rectangular shape and composed of a foamed plastic , wherein the core is covered at least on both surfaces by a plastic film of impact - resistant material , it is provided that a connection of the plastic films , which cover the core on both surfaces , is formed in the region of a peripheral side edge of the core between a surface of the core and an adjoining , peripheral border of the core , as a result of which a plate - like element which receives a corresponding load can be reliably produced in simple method steps . furthermore , a method for producing a plate - like element of this type is provided .