Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very widely used selection of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A relatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly increased in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a variety of artificial composite flooring consisting of several layers, usually 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 helps to protect the floor from scrapes and other types of damage. Because laminate floor contains a decorative layer that can include almost any image, it comes in a huge range of different styles to mimic the appearance of many other styles of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor includes a smooth top coating, it may additionally include embossed or textured effects which mimic other styles of flooring. Laminate flooring is ideal for a variety of rooms, but be cautious if you plan on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate must be used. When choosing the best laminate for your house, pick one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the quantity of traffic the laminate is ranked to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult to install because of 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 appropriate underlay and damp proofing is installed to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can help you on the most appropriate laminate floor for your room, and ensure that it’s installed to the best quality.