Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very common selection of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has rapidly increased in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a kind of man-made composite flooring made up of several layers, typically with a fibreboard core covered with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then lastly protected with a wear layer that protects the floor from scrapes and other types of damage. Because laminate floor contains a decorative layer that may include any sort of image, it comes in a huge selection of different looks to mimic the looks of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor includes a smooth top layer, it may additionally include embossed or textured effects which mimic other styles of flooring. Laminate flooring is well suited for a number of rooms, but be careful if you plan on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate will have to be used. When choosing the ideal laminate for your property, decide on one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the quantity of traffic the laminate is graded to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult to install due to its snap or click together design. However, it can be time consuming to install a sizable 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 will be able to inform you on the perfect laminate floor for your space, and ensure that it’s fitted to the highest quality.