Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is an exceptionally popular choice of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and affordable price. A relatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly increased 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 covered with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then finally protected with a wear layer that protects the floor from scrapes and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that may include any kind of image, it comes in a wide 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 includes a smooth top coating, it may in addition include embossed or textured effects which mimic other styles of flooring. Laminate flooring is suitable for a number of rooms, but be cautious if you intend on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate should be used. When choosing the perfect laminate for your property, choose one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) ranking, as this designates the amount of traffic the laminate is rated to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult 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 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 property, and ensure that it’s installed to the highest quality.