Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very widely used selection of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and inexpensive price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly grown in popularity as an alternative for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a kind of artificial composite flooring made up of several layers, often with a fibreboard core coated 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 scrapes and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that may include almost any image, it comes in a wide variety of different effects to mimic the aesthetics of many other styles of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor includes a smooth top coating, it may additionally have embossed or textured effects which mimic other styles of flooring. Laminate flooring is suitable for a variety of rooms, but be cautious if you intend on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate should be used. When choosing the best laminate for your property, decide on one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this designates the amount of traffic the laminate is scored to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively simple to install due to its snap or click together design. However, it is usually time consuming to install a substantial amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the exact dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the appropriate underlay and damp proofing is fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can give you advice on the most appropriate laminate floor for your room, and ensure that it is installed to the best quality.