Laminate Flooring in St Davids
Laminate flooring is a very widely used selection of flooring because of 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 flooring. Laminate flooring is a type of artificial composite flooring composed of several layers, typically 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 scrapes and other forms of damage. Because laminate floor features a decorative layer that may include almost any image, it comes in a wide range of different looks to mimic the appearance of many other styles of flooring like real wood or slate. While the majority of laminate floor features a smooth top coating, it may also feature embossed or textured effects which mimic other kinds of flooring. Laminate flooring is ideal for a wide range of rooms, but be careful if you plan on installing it in a bathroom as specific moisture proofed laminate must be used. When choosing the ideal laminate for your home, choose one with a suitable Abrasion Class (AC) rating, as this specificies the quantity of traffic the laminate is graded to perform well under. Laminate flooring is not too difficult to install due to 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 size, as well as difficult to ensure that the appropriate underlay and damp proofing is installed to suit your house. Specialist flooring companies will be able to advise you on the perfect laminate floor for your home, and ensure that it is fitted to the highest quality.