FOCUS ON WOOD & LAMINATE
Firstly, one of the most important properties is its abrasion resistance. Characterised by its high resistance to wear and abrasion, laminate flooring guarantees an enduring appearance with a hardwearing finish, as opposed to real wood which is significantly more delicate and expensive to maintain. Laminate’s high surface resistance to impact, wear, scratching and burns means that you don’t have to worry about falling objects, cigarettes or your dog’s paws. They also have anti-allergy and antibacterial properties, which make them the perfect floor for families with children.
Ideal for a kitchen space, laminate boards are flame-retardant due to the treatment they receive in the manufacturing process. They also help to prevent and eliminate static electricity in the room, promoting comfort and wellbeing. Additionally, most laminate is produced with a high-density fibreboard (HDF) with water-repellent treatment that prevents swelling of the board and, in turn, minimises the dilations produced by changes in temperature and humidity. This makes it ideal for areas exposed to fluctuations in heat and excess moisture, like bathrooms and kitchens.
“Characterised by its high
resistance to wear and abrasion, laminate flooring guarantees an enduring appearance with a hardwearing finish.”
Another of the most important aspects is the ease of installation of laminate flooring, the price and the cleaning. It is important if you want to obtain a professional finish and a perfect installation so that the properties of the floor won’t be altered.
On The Other Side
Flooring manufacturer Faus International discusses why
homeowners should consider choosing laminate flooring as an alternative to natural wood or stone materials.
Natural stone or wood flooring has been a popular look within homes for many years and still remains very much a sought-after style. Whilst some may opt for the real deal, it is, however, important to recognise the properties of laminate flooring which offer a practical and cost-effective way of achieving a wood or stone effect.
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The SCS Global Services, which regulates indoor air quality, grants the Indoor Air Quality certificate SCS-EC10.3-2014 v4.0 for overcoming all the tests related to indoor air quality. With the FSC and PEFC certifications, FAUS certifies that all its products are manufactured in a sustainable and respectful manner. All the raw materials used come from excellent forest crops with sustainable exploitation. Both accreditations represent the largest certification system in the world, covering more than 240 million hectares of certified forests, representing around two thirds of the certified forest area worldwide.
As well as the vast array of practical qualities laminate holds, it also brings a wide range of aesthetical benefits. With the manufacturing technology now at hand, laminate can emulate the typical markings of natural wood whilst retaining all the advantages that the real deal lacks. Laminate manufacturers are not only able to imitate the characteristics of wood but also a whole range of materials including slate, marble and cement.
All these properties make laminate flooring the ideal choice for changing the floor of any space, assuring that the product will look perfect for a long time.
www.faus.international/en/laminate-flooring www.tomorrowsretailfloors.com
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