Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is an exceptionally popular choice of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly expanded in popularity as a replacement for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a variety of synthetic composite flooring made up of several layers, typically with a fibreboard core coated with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then finally covered with a wear layer that protects the floor from scratches and other types of damage. Because laminate floor incorporates a decorative layer that can include almost any image, it is available in a wide variety of different effects to mimic the appearance of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top coating, it may in addition feature embossed or textured effects which mimic other kinds of flooring. Laminate flooring is ideal for a number of rooms, but be cautious if you intend on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate will have to 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 ranked to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively simple to install because of its snap or click together design. However, it can be time consuming to install a considerable amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the exact dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the appropriate 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 is installed to the best quality.