What is laminate floor?
Laminate flooring is a synthetic flooring that is designed to look like wood flooring. The laminate flooring consists of 2 layers which are combined with the lamination process. The first layer consists of a photographic layer and the second of melamine resin and fibreboard materials. There is a European Standard No. EN 13329: 2000 that defines the requirements and test methods for laminate flooring.
How is it installed?
The laminate flooring is packaged as a series of tongue and groove boards, which can be clicked together. This actual means that they are like pieces of a puzzle. The installation is carried out with the help of substrate, also known as floating installation. the combination of laminate and the special substrate provide additional reduction of humidity and sound.
How to maintain laminate flooring?
Laminate flooring is prone to scratches and moisture. We recommend that you always keep clean, as dust particles can scratch the surface over time and always use adhesive felt pads on the legs of the furniture. Always squeeze the mop well to reduce humidity and in case of water leakage wipe immediately, otherwise there is a risk that the floor will swell, and a visible gap will be created between the boards.
Quality laminate floors that use joining mechanisms that hold the boards together under constant tension, prevent the entry of dirt into the joints and do not need to “fasten” them together periodically.
Why to choose laminate flooring?
| Pros | Cos |
| Easy to install | Cannot be refinished |
| Easy to maintain | Not moisture-proof |
| Affordable | Warping can occur if: |
| Scratch proof | installed improperly |
| UV resistance | exposed to excessive moisture |
| Looks like wood | not acclimated properly |
| Family friendly | noisy |
| Pet friendly | if installed improperly low-cost laminate flooring has short shelf life |
Flooring Compare
| Flooring type | installation | maintenance | Appearance | Scratch proof | Moisture proof | Family friendly | noise | Shelf life | cost |
| Laminate | Easy | Easy | Medium | Medium | low | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| Engineered | Easy | Difficult | High | Low | High | Medium | Low | High | Medium |
| Solid | Easy | Difficult | High | Low | Medium | Medium | Low | High | High |
| Vinyl | Difficult | Easy | Low | High | High | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
FAQs
Can you cut existing doors to fit new flooring?
Yes, our carpenters can cut and ease any doors if required.
Do you have to remove the skirting board?
No, in some instances we can undercut the skirting. We will be able to advise during a site visit
Can you remove and dispose of old floor coverings?
Yes, we do this as part of our site preparation work and take pride in keeping workspaces tidy. Where possible, we recycle used carpet and vinyl flooring to reduce landfill waste – a key sustainability challenge for the flooring industry.
Do you remove/replace furniture?
Can I request product samples?
Alternatively, request an onsite consultation and we will bring a range of samples to you.