Today, such a floor covering as a laminate is in great demand for the simple reason that this is the most affordable option for most consumers. A laminate is in great demand, the drawing of which is stylized for parquet, but – this is not the only possible option and there are many other original patterns. In terms of strength and wear resistance, this material can be different, therefore it is not difficult to choose it for both residential premises and for offices, stores.
Laminate, what is it?
At the heart of such a flooring as a laminate, it is the fiberboard or chipboard. They are covered with paper on which the pattern is placed with a layer of acrylic resin. Drawings can be very different and can satisfy any, even the most demanding taste of the consumer. A special paper with a water -repellent effect is glued on the back of the workpiece. Due to the fact that the most popular laminate, stylized for parquet, this flooring is more often called “laminating parquet”.
How good the laminate in operation will be affected by the quality of the upper, acrylic layer, which can be in a single number, and there may be several. The cost of the product also depends on this. The laminate coating will be on the quality and number of layers how wear -resistant.
Choosing a laminate, you should think about what loads the floor will be exposed in these rooms. And, if possible, purchase material for a higher class.