Laminate Flooring in Selkirk
Laminate flooring is an extremely widely used selection of flooring because of its durability, ease of maintenance, and inexpensive price. A relatively new addition to the market, laminate has rapidly increased in popularity as an alternative for real wood or stone floors. Laminate flooring is a variety of man-made composite flooring made up of several layers, usually with a fibreboard core covered 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 types of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that may include any type of image, it is available in a huge range of different looks to mimic the aesthetics of many other flooring materials like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top layer, it can also feature embossed or textured effects which mimic other kinds of flooring. Laminate flooring is suited to a variety of rooms, but be careful if you intend on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate should be used. When choosing the best laminate for your house, choose one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) ranking, as this specificies the quantity 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 often 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 appropriate underlay and damp proofing is fitted to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies can advise you on the ideal laminate floor for your space, and guarantee that it's fitted to the highest quality.