What are the benefits of laminate flooring
Is that wood flooring? No, it’s laminate, but don’t tell anyone! Laminate has become increasingly realistic and with its great number of benefits, it has become a firm favourite for many households throughout the UK. So what are the benefits of laminate flooring?
Blackberry Hill Carpets and Flooring is a local family run business based in Market Harborough providing quality laminate flooring in Leicestershire and a professional installation service.
Key Benefits of Laminate Wood Flooring:
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Hygienic, easy cleanable surface.
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Easier and cheaper installation
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Manufactured to be highly durable
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Realistic design
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Manufacturing
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Scratch and water-resistant
Laminate is made up of a photo image enclosed by a series of protective and high-density layers. These are bonded together to create a very durable floor indeed.
The improvements made in laminate manufacturing have helped to create genuine finishes and the ability to produce in large quantities. This is not only good for the room's look and feel, but also good for our bank balance; mass manufacturing makes it cheaper to produce which means it’s easier on our pocket!
Hygienic, Easy Cleanable Surface
Another key benefit of laminate flooring is that its surface is easy to clean, only needing regular sweeping and mopping with mild detergent and a little water – which is great for those with a clumsy nature or with children! It is also great for allergy sufferers as there is nowhere for dust or allergens to hide.
Easier and Cheaper Installation
With an in-built click system, laminates are straightforward to install and cheap too – one board simply clicks into the other! Its simple system means that for those DIYers out there, you could even fit your laminate flooring yourself.
Scratch & Water Resistance
Laminate is great for those with families or whose home hosts an abundance of guests. Manufacturers ensure its top layer is highly resistant to scratches and water. This means it can cope with the pressures of day-to-day life with ease.
However, although laminate is scratch-resistant, we still recommend the use of furniture pads beneath furniture legs to help avoid any scratching and placing mats in heavy-use areas such as kitchens and entrance halls.
It being water-resistant also enables laminate flooring to easily be laid in a kitchen, toilet, and conservatory where spillages and humidity fluctuations are frequent - solid wood should be avoided in these rooms due to its sensitivity to water and humidity. Some laminates can now even be laid in a bathroom where water spillages and humidity fluctuations are more extreme.
So, for all your laminate flooring in Leicestershire, why not give Blackberry Hill a shout on 01858 288 031 or email gareth@blackberryhill.co.uk.