Discover all the benefits of laminate installation

Laminates are so sophisticated today because they have been continuously refined for decades, and it could be said to have taken over the primacy of furnishing residential and work surfaces. Laminate is a commonly used wooden product used in construction for decorative walls and floors, but also for the construction of furniture, or as its cover. They are available in different sizes, shapes, colours, textures, and patterns. This functional type of flooring fulfils all the requirements of the modern customer, who wants a functional, comfortable, easy to set up and inexpensive flooring.

What is often the main criterion when buying things for a home is its price. Laminate flooring is several times cheaper than first-class parquet flooring. What makes it less expensive is a technology that is different from other types of flooring, but the materials are made to give long-lasting durability and strength. And despite the low price, laminate flooring has a realistic hardwood or tile look. Best of all, it requires no investment in varnishing every decade and once installed laminate stays the same forever. Laminate prices, as expected, vary depending on the manufacturer and the trade, and, if you are interested in this type of flooring, compare prices and patterns in different shops.

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Another significant advantage of laminate flooring is its high abrasion and impact resistance. Laminate is formed by joining several extremely high-quality layers of different materials: wood fibres, adhesives, resins, and special substances that give the laminate a high gloss and firmness. For the high strength of the laminate and its resistance to impact and scratching, we should be thankful to the high resistance of the final layer. That is why the life of a laminate is extremely long, and since it has existed for just over thirty years, we still do not know how long it actually is.

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It is important to mention that, compared to parquet flooring and decking, laminate flooring does not require any refreshment in the form of hobbling and varnishing.

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What will interest any housewife is the ease of cleaning and maintaining laminate flooring, but in this case, cleaning and maintenance is the last thing to worry about. The usual maintenance of vacuuming and cleaning will keep your floor shiny every day, while for deep cleaning, spilling or shining, only a damp cloth should be taken. Simply wipe over the laminate with a dilution of water and vinegar and you will have a clean floor. This also translates into monetary savings as no special funds are needed to maintain hygiene.

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The humidity of the rooms in which it is installed should be taken into consideration as it may shrink slightly during the heating season. Although the surface of the laminate is watertight, at the joints between the laminate sheets, water could penetrate deeper layers. Therefore, it is not recommended to soak the laminate with liquids for longer.

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Homeowners love laminate for many reasons and ease of its installation is just another one because they can save big money on installation costs. With the tongue and groove locking systems, laminate floors are designed for an easy floating installation that can be done by anyone - even people without the contractor's permission. The laminate is very easy to install thanks to a special click system by joining the laminate panels by pulling the ends in the seat into the adjacent panel. This construction is stable because the panels do not move when stepping or moving things.

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What is important for the buyer to provide is a special flat substrate on which to lay the laminate and mouldings that are mounted along the walls. Set-up accessories consist of a meter and a saw.

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Laminate is also an eco-friendly flooring because it is made of wood, which means it can be recycled and reused. Laminate manufacturers also have environmental practices that help protect the environment and forests, including the use of recycled timber on boards. Also, it produces significantly less trash and waste.

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One of the best advantages of laminate flooring is a variety of attractive styles. The laminate is made with a high-resolution printer that creates just about every realistic design you can imagine - from hardwood, marble, to tile decor, laminate is available in many colours and styles and in many more textures. For interior designers, laminate flooring is one of their favourite materials because they can fit it into any environment.

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