Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is an exceptionally popular choice of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A comparatively recent addition to the market, laminate has rapidly increased in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a type of man-made composite flooring consisting of several layers, often with a fibreboard core coated with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then finally 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 include any sort of image, it is available in a wide array of different looks 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 additionally include embossed or textured effects which mimic other types of flooring. Laminate flooring is well suited for a wide range of rooms, but be careful if you intend on fitting it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate should be used. When choosing the ideal laminate for your home, choose one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this designates the amount of traffic the laminate is scored to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively simple to install due to its snap or click together design. However, it is usually time consuming to install a sizable amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the exact dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the appropriate underlay and damp proofing is installed to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can advise you on the ideal laminate floor for your home, and guarantee that it is installed to the best quality.