Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is an extremely common selection of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and affordable price. A relatively new addition to the market, laminate has quickly grown in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a variety of artificial composite flooring made up of several layers, typically with a fibreboard core topped with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then lastly covered with a wear layer that protects the floor from scratches and other types of damage. Because laminate floor incorporates a decorative layer that may include any sort of image, it comes in a wide range of different styles to mimic the appearance of many other flooring materials like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top coating, it may in addition include embossed or textured effects which mimic other kinds of flooring. Laminate flooring is suitable for a number 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 right laminate for your home, choose one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this designates the amount of traffic the laminate is ranked 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 large amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the precise dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the correct underlay and damp proofing is fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can give you advice on the most suitable laminate floor for your room, and guarantee that it’s installed to the best quality.