Laminate in the interior: photo and description
Recently, laminate flooring is considered one of the most popular types of flooring. This is due to the fact that the material is characterized by practicality and attractive appearance. In addition, it has a relatively low cost.
The main advantages of laminate floors are:
- a wide range of colors and textures can decorate and complement almost any interior;
- resistance to ignition: the exhausted cigarette butt will not even leave a mark on the surface of the laminate;
- not amenable to sunlight, so it can be used in attic rooms;
- this material has high strength: it does not leave traces of heels or claws of pets on its surface;
- unpretentious in leaving;
- durability;
- ease of installation.
Laminate is made on the basis of pressed wood, which was first ground into dust, and then brought to a crystalline state. Laminated board is a four-layer structure:
- moisture resistant layer, which contains a special film that serves as a protection for the laminate from moisture.
- a plate made on the basis of wood fibers (fiberboard, chipboard);
- a decorative layer that contains a drawing similar to a real tree;
- laminating film, which is a specialized coating, due to which the board becomes more resistant to stress. In addition, the surface of the laminate becomes smooth and resistant to aggressive environments.
The strength of the laminate depending on the type of manufacture: there are two ways of making. In the first one, pressing is carried out, and the second is in pressing with sizing of layers. It is best to use the second method, since in this case the strength of the laminates increases. In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to the components of the upper layer. If it consists of corundum or aluminum dioxide, then this type of laminate will serve for a rather long time. In addition, most people when choosing a laminate pay attention to the presence of a bevel. It is presented in the idea of the letter V, thanks to which the illusion of a real tree is created. In addition, the chamfer closes the joints formed between the boards.
