Laminate Flooring in Cairndow
Laminate flooring is an extremely common choice of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and inexpensive price. A relatively recent addition to the market, laminate has quickly increased in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a type of man-made composite flooring consisting of several layers, usually with a fibreboard core topped 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 forms of damage. Because laminate floor includes a decorative layer that can include any kind of image, it is available in a wide range of different looks to mimic the looks 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 have embossed or textured effects which mimic other types of flooring. Laminate flooring is well suited for a wide range of rooms, but be cautious if you intend on fitting it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate must be used. When choosing the right laminate for your home, choose one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this designates the quantity of traffic the laminate is scored to perform well under. Laminate flooring is relatively simple to install because of 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 precise dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the correct underlay and damp proofing is installed to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies will be able to advise you on the best laminate floor for your home, and ensure that it's fitted to the best quality.
