Laminate flooring mimics the look of traditional woods while offering easy installation and lasting durability. At first glance it can be difficult to spot the difference between hardwoods and laminate flooring. What appears to be a natural wood grain pattern is really a thin layer of decor paper onto which is a tough as nails protective film both of which are then glued and pressed to a high density backing board.
Laminate flooring comes in an array of wood effects as well as stone and ceramic effects.
Its main advantages are that it is easy to install, is very hardwearing and relatively inexpensive compared to real hardwood flooring.
Laminate flooring is a floating floor which means it does not fasten directly to the sub floor. Instead the planks are either glued or clicked together. This enables the floor to be fitted fast and with no real mess. You can also walk on the floor straight away.
The photographic qualities of an individual wood grain are
etched onto the surface, then a strong wear layer is processed
over this.
This amounts to a very strong floor, that can be matched or
complimented to many decor.
All laminates are manufactured with a tongue and grooved finish
to the edges.
This facilitates easy fitting, each joint being glued together to
form a continuous 'sheet'.
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