Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring has grown in popularity in the last 10 years as it’s more readily available and a more cost-effective alternative to wood flooring.

If you’re looking for a smart new cost-effective look then laminate flooring is an ideal choice. Despite being artificial, laminate is very durable and therefore ideal for homeowners with children and pets. It is designed for heavy usage so will cope better with a bustling environment than carpets and hardwood.

In fact, many suppliers now sell laminates with a 25-year warranty against damage with most modern laminates having anti-scratch and anti-dent top layers.

DIY isn’t for everyone

Despite being considered an easy installation, not everyone is a dab-hand at DIY and large-scale jobs can sometimes put homeowners off the work. If this is the case, then Builder Guide will be able to provide the services of a professional floor fitter.

With a professional you are guaranteed a better finish with the laminate always laid flat along with an underlay and corners and ends finished to a higher standard than an untrained DIY job.

Advantages of laminate flooring

Laminate flooring has various advantages and benefits, including:

• Cost – compared to real wooden floors, laminate is a cheaper option and is an ideal choice if you want the natural look of wood but not the price tag.

• Ease of installation – laminate flooring is quite easy to install compared to real hardwood floors. Some laminate flooring manufacture’s supply glue-less laminate flooring systems which which slot together.

• Durability – unlike real wood flooring, laminate flooring has a high UV resistance compared to real wooden floors. By blocking the sun’s harmful rays it helps to protect from fading.

• Low maintenance – laminate flooring doesn’t take much cleaning and simply needs to be brushed on a regular basis to keep it looking in tip top condition, whilst spills can be easily wiped up.

Laminates also benefit over wood floor by being moisture-resistant so they cope well in high-humidity environments like bathrooms and kitchens. They are also stain resistant making them perfect for kitchen installations and for anyone with children.

If you would like a fitter to supply and install your laminate flooring by using the Builder Guide quote form we can provide up to three quotes from both national and local flooring specialists.