Laminate Flooring in Dudley
Laminate flooring is a very widely used selection of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and economical price. A relatively recent addition to the market, laminate has rapidly increased in popularity as a replacement for real wood or stone flooring. Laminate flooring is a type of synthetic composite flooring composed of several layers, often with a fibreboard core topped with a decorative layer featuring a printed image of the design, and then finally protected with a wear layer that protects the floor from scratches and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor contains a decorative layer that can incorporate any sort of image, it comes in a wide range of different looks to mimic the aesthetics of many other types of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top layer, it may additionally have embossed or textured effects which mimic other styles of flooring. Laminate flooring is ideal for a wide range of rooms, but be cautious if you intend on fitting it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate will have to be used. When choosing the perfect laminate for your house, choose one with an appropriate Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the quantity of traffic the laminate is ranked 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 exact dimensions, as well as difficult to ensure that the correct underlay and damp proofing is fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies will be able to advise you on the most suitable laminate floor for your space, and guarantee that it's installed to the highest quality.
