Laminate Flooring in Dewsbury
Laminate flooring is an extremely popular selection 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 replacement for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a type of artificial composite flooring composed of several layers, usually with a fibreboard core coated with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then finally protected with a wear layer that helps to protect the floor from scratches and other types of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that may include almost any image, it is available in a wide range of different effects to mimic the appearance of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor includes a smooth top layer, it may additionally 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 fitting it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate should be used. When choosing the perfect laminate for your property, choose one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) ranking, as this specificies the amount of traffic the laminate is rated to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult to install due to 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 exact size, as well as difficult to ensure that the correct underlay and damp proofing is fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can advise you on the most appropriate laminate floor for your room, and ensure that it is installed to the best quality.