Wood flooring types: Laminate flooring

Laminate flooring is composed of compressed fiber pieces covered by wood design patterns. Grooves are embedded inside the planks which makes their installation process easier.

The price of these floors varies depending on their design and quality, but on average they are cheaper. However, the quality and appearance of these floors are different from real wood floors.

The best place to use this type of flooring is for places that have a lot of traffic and need to be cleaned regularly, such as halls, libraries, or playgrounds. Some of these types of flooring are waterproof and you can install them in the bathroom or kitchen.

Therefore, when you want to choose laminate flooring to buy, you should read the warranty documents carefully. You need to make sure that the characteristics of the types of laminate wood flooring fit the place you want.

 

The advantages of laminate flooring:

• More durability and cheaper price
• Easy to install
• Variety in design and role

 

Disadvantages of laminate flooring

• Even the best laminate flooring does not look and feel like real wood
• The surface of these floors is inflated and damaged by moisture
• Due to lower quality can negatively affect the perspective of potential buyers of the house or building

 

Wood flooring types: Engineered wood flooring

This flooring is one of the wood flooring types that consists of three or four layers of wood glued together. Engineered floorboards are usually about 14 mm thick. These floors are made of wood, which means that if they are scratched, you can easily repair them to return them to their original shape.

Installation of this type of flooring can be very simple depending on the initial design. If the necessary grooves are installed, you can install this flooring without the need for additional tools. In some types of flooring, you need to use glue.

As we said, this type of flooring is made of real wood. So their price is not as cheap as the laminate flooring. After all, each quality level will have its price. If you are looking for a luxurious and durable decoration, you should pay attention to the cost-benefit index and not just the price.

Engineered flooring can be installed in the hall, bedroom, and kitchen. Although these floors are very resistant to warping, they should not be installed in places with high humidity. For this reason, installing these floors in the bathroom or by the pool is not recommended. Engineered flooring can also be used as a trick for border decoration.

 

The advantages of engineered flooring

• Engineered flooring is more stable and durable than solid wood, so it can not withstand changes in temperature and humidity. Of course, as we mentioned, this feature is only an advantage in normal environments, and if the humidity is too high, it will be damaged.
• Looks and feels better compared to laminate flooring
• Cheaper than solid wood planks

 

Disadvantages of engineered flooring

• The "tongue and groove" type is more difficult to install
• It is much more expensive than laminate flooring
• Due to the noise amplification, this type of flooring is not suitable for busy places unless it is covered with carpet.

 

Wood flooring types: Solid wood flooring

Among the wood flooring types, solid wood flooring is the most expensive. Each piece of solid wood flooring is made of a piece of wood 18 to 20 mm thick. Note that solid wood flooring has different degrees of hardness. The harder the flooring, the more resistant it is to damage and the longer it will last. Of course, if these floors are scratched or damaged, you can repair them with simple sanding.

As we said, on average, this flooring is more expensive, but the final price depends on several factors, including the quality of goods and after-sales service. In general, the price of solid wood flooring can be from $ 10 to $ 90 per square meter.

 

The advantages of solid wood flooring

• Excellent and luxurious appearance and feel
• Creating a sense of satisfaction in the potential buyer of the house or workplace

 

Disadvantages

• Expensive
• Vulnerability to high humidity
• Difficult installation process
• Wood flooring amplifies the sound so it is not suitable for places with a lot of traffic. (Unless you use rugs).

 

Wood flooring types: Parquet flooring

One of the most common among wood flooring types is parquet flooring. Parquet flooring has a variable price and can be even more expensive than solid wood flooring. The price of this type of flooring has a lot to do with its quality and technical features.

Therefore, when buying parquet flooring, you should be very careful and ask the seller for more information.

Parquet floors can be installed anywhere. But if you are planning to install it in a relevant place such as a bathroom, you must make sure that you have chosen a good and appropriate type.

 

The advantages of parquet flooring

• Diverse and attractive design patterns
• Durable and suitable for busy places

 

Disadvantages of parquet flooring

• Expensive

• Difficult to install

• Vulnerability to sunlight and moisture

 

Other wood flooring includes bamboo flooring, wood design mosaics, and reclaimed wood flooring. Note that in any case, before buying flooring, you should consult with an expert in this field to help you choose the best wood flooring types based on the location used, price, and quality. In this process, going to a reputable dealer or store can be helpful.

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