Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is an exceptionally common selection of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and inexpensive price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly increased in popularity as an alternative for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a type 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 covered with a wear layer that protects the floor from scratches and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor includes a decorative layer that may incorporate any type of image, it comes in a wide variety of different styles to mimic the appearance of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top layer, it may also include embossed or textured effects which mimic other forms of flooring. Laminate flooring is suitable for a wide range of rooms, but be careful if you plan on fitting it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate must be used. When choosing the best laminate for your house, decide on one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this designates the amount of traffic the laminate is graded to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively simple 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 precise size, as well as difficult to ensure that the correct underlay and damp proofing is installed to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can give you advice on the ideal laminate floor for your property, and ensure that it’s installed to the best quality.