Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very common choice of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A relatively new addition to the market, laminate has quickly expanded in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a type of man-made composite flooring composed of several layers, typically with a fibreboard core coated with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then lastly covered with a wear layer that helps to protect the floor from scrapes and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that may include any kind of image, it is available in a huge array of different effects to mimic the aesthetics of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top layer, it may in addition include embossed or textured effects which mimic other types of flooring. Laminate flooring is ideal for a number of rooms, but be cautious if you intend on fitting it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate will have to be used. When choosing the ideal laminate for your home, decide on one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the amount of traffic the laminate is scored to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively easy 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 size, as well as difficult to ensure that the correct underlay and damp proofing is fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can help you on the most appropriate laminate floor for your home, and guarantee that it’s fitted to the best quality.