How to choose a laminate

To choose a good laminate, you need to know the basic criteria for its quality. The first criterion is the load class. The load class of the laminate is determined with the help ofSpecial tests and shows how this or that kind of laminate is resistant to mechanical influences. When choosing a class of laminate, look at the room in which you will cover the floor. Laminates of classes 21, 22 and 23 are suitable for household use, and laminates of classes 31, 32 and 33 are intended for public premises (offices, conference rooms, schools, cafes, etc.). The higher the laminate grade, the less the coating wears out during operation. If you want the laminate to serve you as long as possible - choose a load class "with a margin".



The next criterion when choosing a laminate is its thickness. The thickness of the laminate is usually from 6 to 12 mm. The optimum thickness for a home is considered to be a thickness of 8 mm. The thicker the laminate, the more resistant it is to sound, and the better it is to assemble it. The choice of the thickness of the laminate depends also on the area of ​​the coating - the larger the area, the thicker the laminate should be. The fact that when walking laminate produces a sound, and the thinner the laminate, the louder it sounds.



Another criterion, which is worth paying attention to when choosing a laminate is presence of formaldehyde in it. This substance is contained in wood,respectively - and in a laminate made on its basis, but in large quantities formaldehyde is harmful to the body. The marking E1 on the laminate box means that it is environmentally friendly. This is the standard for laminate quality.



When choosing a laminate, pay attention to the guarantee period. On average, it is from 2 to 6 years, sometimes - 10 or more. If the manufacturer or seller does not provide a warranty on their goods, it is better not to contact him.



Some important criteria for choosing a laminate are presence of chamfer. Chamfer is a groove in the form of the letter V, whichis formed between two adjacent boards (lamellas). A chamfer helps to create the appearance of a natural tree. In addition, it hides the joints between the lamellas, which become visible during the operation of the laminate or when it gets wet.



When choosing a laminate, in addition to objective quality criteria, one should also orient oneself interior of the room and your personal taste. Laminate can imitate not only wood, but alsotile or stone, there is even a laminate with abstract patterns and patterns. If you still chose laminate "under the tree", then decide on the structure of the laminate. The color and tone of the laminate board depend on the overall decor of your apartment or office.



When choosing a laminate floor, it is worth asking the opinion of relatives and friends, as well as read reviews about certain brands of laminate on the Internet. When you come to the store, pay attention to the seller - his professionalism is very important. He must know the criteria for the quality of the laminate, as described above. Find out if there is a necessary quantity of goods in the warehouse (in the store usually only samples are provided) and if not - then in what terms it will be delivered. It also makes sense to discuss the possibility of delivering a laminate to your home. Find out if you can return money for the remaining laminate after the expiration of the 14-day period after the purchase (of course, we do not mean trimming, but undisclosed sealed packs).



And having chosen a laminate, do not forget to read our advice on how to properly lay it.



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