Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very widely used selection of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and affordable price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly increased in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a variety of artificial composite flooring composed of several layers, typically with a fibreboard core covered with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then lastly covered with a wear layer that protects the floor from scratches and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that may incorporate any type of image, it is available in a huge range 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 also include embossed or textured effects which mimic other forms 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 perfect laminate for your home, choose one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this designates the amount of traffic the laminate is ranked to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult to install due to its snap or click together design. However, it is usually time consuming to install a substantial 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 installed to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can inform you on the ideal laminate floor for your home, and guarantee that it is fitted to the best quality.