Laminate Flooring in Channel Isles
Laminate flooring is an exceptionally popular selection of flooring due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and inexpensive price. A relatively new addition to the market, laminate has rapidly increased in popularity as a substitute for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a variety of man-made 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 protected with a wear layer that protects the floor from scratches and other types of damage. Because laminate floor includes a decorative layer that can include almost any 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 features a smooth top layer, it may also feature embossed or textured effects which mimic other kinds of flooring. Laminate flooring is well suited for a wide range of rooms, but be careful if you intend on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate will have to be used. When choosing the best laminate for your property, decide on one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the amount of traffic the laminate is rated to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult to install because of 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 fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can inform you on the most appropriate laminate floor for your property, and ensure that it is installed to the highest quality.