Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is an extremely common selection of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has rapidly expanded in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a variety of man-made composite flooring consisting of several layers, generally with a fibreboard core covered with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then finally protected with a wear layer that helps to protect the floor from scratches and other types of damage. Because laminate floor includes a decorative layer that may incorporate almost any image, it comes in a wide variety of different effects to mimic the appearance of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top coating, it may additionally feature embossed or textured effects which mimic other forms of flooring. Laminate flooring is suited to a wide range of rooms, but be careful if you intend on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate will have to be used. When choosing the perfect laminate for your property, select one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) ranking, as this designates the quantity of traffic the laminate is ranked to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively easy to install because of its snap or click together design. However, it can be time consuming to install a substantial amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the precise dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the appropriate underlay and damp proofing is installed to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can give you advice on the most appropriate laminate floor for your property, and ensure that it’s fitted to the highest quality.