Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is an exceptionally popular choice of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and affordable price. A relatively new addition to the market, laminate has quickly increased in popularity as an alternative for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a variety of man-made composite flooring made up of several layers, often 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 protects the floor from scratches and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor incorporates a decorative layer that may include any type of image, it is available in a huge variety of different looks to mimic the looks of many other styles of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor includes a smooth top layer, it may additionally have embossed or textured effects which mimic other forms of flooring. Laminate flooring is ideal for a number of rooms, but be cautious if you plan on fitting it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate should be used. When choosing the perfect laminate for your property, pick one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the amount of traffic the laminate is scored to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult to install because of its snap or click together design. However, it can be time consuming to install a huge amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the exact size, 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 advise you on the best laminate floor for your property, and ensure that it is fitted to the highest quality.