Laminate Flooring in Bishopton
Laminate flooring is a very common choice of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and affordable price. A relatively recent addition to the market, laminate has rapidly increased in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a kind of man-made composite flooring consisting of several layers, usually 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 scrapes and other types of damage. Because laminate floor includes a decorative layer that can include almost any image, it comes 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 layer, it can also include embossed or textured effects which mimic other kinds of flooring. Laminate flooring is suitable for a number of rooms, but be cautious if you plan on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate will have to be used. When choosing the ideal laminate for your property, choose one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this designates the quantity of traffic the laminate is rated 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 huge amount of laminate, and also tricky to cut the planks to the exact size, as well as difficult to ensure that the appropriate underlay and damp proofing is fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can advise you on the best laminate floor for your room, and guarantee that it's fitted to the highest quality.