Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very popular choice of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and inexpensive price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has rapidly expanded in popularity as an alternative for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a variety of synthetic composite flooring made up of several layers, generally with a fibreboard core coated with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then lastly covered with a wear layer that protects the floor from scrapes and other types of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that can incorporate any type of image, it comes in a huge selection of different looks to mimic the appearance of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor includes a smooth top layer, it may also include embossed or textured effects which mimic other kinds of flooring. Laminate flooring is suitable for 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 right laminate for your house, choose one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this designates the amount of traffic the laminate is graded to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively easy to install because of its snap or click together design. However, it is usually time consuming to install a huge amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the exact dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the correct underlay and damp proofing is fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies will be able to help you on the most suitable laminate floor for your space, and ensure that it’s fitted to the best quality.