Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a very common choice of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A relatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly expanded in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a kind of man-made composite flooring made up of several layers, often with a fibreboard core coated 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 scratches and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that can include any type of image, it comes in a huge variety of different looks to mimic the looks of many other flooring materials like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top coating, it may in addition include embossed or textured effects which mimic other types of flooring. Laminate flooring is suited to a wide range of rooms, but be careful if you intend on fitting 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 designates the amount of traffic the laminate is graded 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 substantial 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 fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can give you advice on the most appropriate laminate floor for your home, and ensure that it’s installed to the best quality.