What are the types of laminate?

From year to year, laminated coatings are becoming more popular with Russian buyers. But there is nothing surprising in this, because they have many advantages over other types of finishing the floor (parquet, linoleum, tiles). They do not need special preparation of the surface, that is, its grinding, looping and dust removal. Laminate does not burn out under the influence of sunlight. And the spots that appear on its surface can easily be removed with acetone. One of the main advantages of such a coating can be called its ecological purity. In other words, it does not pose a threat to human health. Therefore, in a room with a laminate laid on the floor, allergy sufferers and asthmatics will feel quite comfortable.

Types of laying laminate are very diverse. It all depends on what brand the coating is used, what performance it has. Of course, every buyer wants to buy a quality and durable product. On sale there are different types of laminate. How to choose the right option? A couple of decades ago, special rules were introduced to assess the quality of this material. The most important characteristics that must be taken into account when selecting a laminate are impact resistance, abrasion, light resistance and mechanical damage. Different types of laminate have different indicators. For example, floor covering is available for rooms with low, medium and high intensity walking.

With numerous advantages of laminate flooring, one can not help saying about its disadvantages. The most, perhaps, main drawback is the poor moisture resistance. However, practice shows that products of high class can withstand contact with water up to several hours. This happens without any visible consequences.

When studying laminate types, it is necessary to find out from the seller-consultant what kind of protective layer the floor possesses. If you decide to buy a medium-quality coating, then you need to be prepared for the fact that the geometry of the slats can be broken due to contact with water. So do not put it in the kitchen, the toilet and the bathroom.

These or other types of laminate react differently to contact with water. Despite all of the above, normal washing of floors will not have a negative impact on the overall condition of the coating. If you find spots on the surface of the laminate, then immediately remove them with alcohol, acetone or gasoline. With a long operation on the surface of such a floor, scratches are often formed. They can be sealed with putty or a special repair pencil.

Types of laminate differ from each other in size, class, color and, of course, cost. A wide range of presented floor cover allows meeting the wishes and needs of the most demanding and demanding customers. Recently, the non-adhesive laminate has been on sale. It is considered easier to assemble than glue analogs. In any case, the choice is yours.