Want to give your kitchen a rustic look, without spending a lot of money on expensive hardwood flooring, well laminate might be the ideal solution for you. Durable and easy to clean, these are the two features that make laminate flooring the best choice for high traffic areas around the house such as the kitchen. It's designed to mimic the look of real wood, yet it's a lot less expensive than real hardwood flooring. The wood-grain texture of laminate kitchen floor tiles can be made to replicate different wood species, whether that be subtle pale pine or vibrant dark maple. Furthermore, as a material laminate is more durable than even sturdier timbers this is mainly due to its strong construction that includes various layers, which we will explain further in the article.
While scratches and water spills can easily damage shiny hardwood floors, laminate flooring is highly resistant to stretching and moisture damage. This means you can prepare delicious meals in your kitchen, without worrying that food spills and stains will damage your flooring surface. The best thing about laminate kitchen floor tiles is that they can be installed on any type surface, as long as is sound and strong. Some of the surfaces they can be installed on include concrete, stone and vinyl. You can even install them over your subfloor. With wooden floors the options are more limited. They are not suitable with subfloors, plus their installation can be difficult and time-consuming. Laminate, on the other hand is very easy to install thanks to its snap together tiles, which instead of being glued or nailed to the subfloor, they are designed to simply lock together and only need to be tapped with a hammer to ensure they are installed properly and provide a stable and comfortable walking surface. This makes them ideal for a DIY installation project.
As mentioned before, laminate flooring consists of four layers and every layer has a specific purpose that contributes to the durability and beauty of the floor. The foundation of the flooring is created by a backing layer which is resistant to moisture damage and stabilizes the tiles. On top of the backing is the substrate layer which is water resistant and consists a high-density fibreboard made of wood particles. Next comes the decorative layer, which is designed to recreate the look of real wood and gives the tiles their gorgeous natural appearance. Above the decorative layer is the wear layer, which is coated to prevent moisture damage and further enhance the durability of the floor. All the layers are bounded together under high and this method of production makes laminate one of the sturdiest flooring solutions that can withstand the hassle and everyday activities of any home.
As mentioned before, laminate flooring consists of four layers and every layer has a specific purpose that contributes to the durability and beauty of the floor. The foundation of the flooring is created by a backing layer which is resistant to moisture damage and stabilizes the tiles. On top of the backing is the substrate layer which is water resistant and consists a high-density fibreboard made of wood particles. Next comes the decorative layer, which is designed to recreate the look of real wood and gives the tiles their gorgeous natural appearance. Above the decorative layer is the wear layer, which is coated to prevent moisture damage and further enhance the durability of the floor. All the layers are bounded together under high and this method of production makes laminate one of the sturdiest flooring solutions that can withstand the hassle and everyday activities of any home.