Laminate flooring is constructed using many layers of compressed fibre. The top layer is basically a photographed image of real wood to give it that wood effect. The image is then covered in a protective layer. This flooring comes in various finishes and colours.
Laminate flooring is definitely the cheapest option when requiring a wood like finish in your home, it can be as cheap as £3 per square metre, although quality is often reflected in the cost, so the cheaper the floor the lesser the quality. At JG Flooring we like to recommend our preferred brands as we know how good they are and can guarantee them lasting longer than cheaper alternatives. Our prefered brands include Krono, Quick-step Flooring and Pergo. The ranges from these manufacturers is immense and the quality is second to none. You can expect to pay more for these brands but when you are choosing a new floor for your home you want to ensure that it is going to last.
Advantages of Laminate Flooring
- It is cheaper than real wood or engineering wooden flooring
- Fairly easy to install for a competent DIY enthusiast.
- Huge selection of wood types and colours available
- Much easier to clean than carpet.
- Unlike carpet, laminate flooring looks as good as the day it was laid
Disadvantages
- When wet the joints can swell and distort, thus destroying the floor
- The joins can wear over time and can not be fixed, more so with cheaper flooring
- Poorly laid flooring can reduce the value of your home
When you choose a laminate floor you need to be aware of the different grades and construction methods available. Laminate is graded from AC1 – AC6 with the latter being ideal for use in very heavy commercial installations.
