Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is an exceptionally popular choice of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and inexpensive price. A relatively recent addition to the market, laminate has rapidly expanded in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a type of synthetic composite flooring composed of several layers, usually with a fibreboard core topped with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then finally protected with a wear layer that helps to protect the floor from scrapes and other types of damage. Because laminate floor contains a decorative layer that may include any sort of image, it is available in a wide selection of different effects to mimic the looks of many other flooring materials like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor includes a smooth top coating, it can also feature embossed or textured effects which mimic other types of flooring. Laminate flooring is well suited 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 best laminate for your property, choose one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the amount of traffic the laminate is rated to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult to install due to its snap or click together design. However, it is often time consuming to install a large amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the precise 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 appropriate laminate floor for your home, and ensure that it’s installed to the best quality.