Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very common choice of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has rapidly expanded in popularity as a replacement for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a variety of synthetic composite flooring consisting of several layers, typically with a fibreboard core coated with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then lastly protected with a wear layer that protects the floor from scratches and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that may incorporate almost any image, it comes in a wide selection of different styles to mimic the aesthetics of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor includes a smooth top coating, it may additionally feature embossed or textured effects which mimic other types of flooring. Laminate flooring is suitable for a variety of rooms, but be careful if you intend on fitting it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate must be used. When choosing the best laminate for your property, choose one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) ranking, 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 often time consuming to install a considerable amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the precise size, as well as difficult to ensure that the right 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 home, and guarantee that it is installed to the highest quality.