Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very widely used selection of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and inexpensive price. A relatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly expanded in popularity as an alternative for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a variety of man-made composite flooring consisting of several layers, often with a fibreboard core covered with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then finally covered with a wear layer that helps to protect the floor from scratches and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor contains a decorative layer that can incorporate almost any image, it is available in a huge variety of different looks to mimic the aesthetics of many other flooring materials like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top coating, it may additionally have embossed or textured effects which mimic other styles of flooring. Laminate flooring is ideal for a number of rooms, but be cautious if you plan on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate should be used. When choosing the perfect laminate for your property, decide on one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the amount of traffic the laminate is ranked to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively easy to install due to 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 dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the correct underlay and damp proofing is installed to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can give you advice on the best laminate floor for your home, and ensure that it is fitted to the highest quality.