Laminated Wooden Flooring for Home And Office

Laminated Wooden Flooring for Home And Office stands as the preferred choice for areas subjected to heavy foot traffic and various forms of stress due to its robust structural composition, versatile applications, and aesthetic appeal. Many consider it one of the world’s finest lightweight flooring solutions, known for its durability, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability for installation over existing flooring surfaces.

Laminated Wooden Flooring for Home and Office

Understanding Laminate Flooring

Before opting for laminate flooring, it is essential to gain an understanding of what laminate flooring is, the various layers it comprises, and the materials used in its construction.

Laminate Flooring Composition

A typical laminate flooring system consists of four layers: the Overlay, the Decorative layer, the Core layer, and the Stabilizing layer.

The Overlay

The top surface wear layer of a laminate flooring system is commonly referred to as the Overlay. This layer is typically coated with a resin-based finish, aluminium oxide, resin-treated cellulose, or melamine. These materials, when applied sequentially, create the top layer of laminate flooring, giving it exceptional resistance to wear, stains, and cleaning chemicals. Furthermore, it forms the overall strength of the laminate, resulting in a robust and durable surface.

The Decorative Paper Layer or Decor Layer

Situated just below the top Overlay, the Decorative Paper Layer is responsible for giving laminate flooring its appealing appearance. This layer houses a high-quality printed design that imparts a realistic look to the laminate. With millions of design patterns available, options range from natural wood grain patterns to authentic wood replicas.

The Core Layer or Carrier Board

The Core Layer, or Carrier Board, plays a pivotal role in maintaining the laminate’s flatness and stability. It bears the brunt of foot traffic, offering support and distributing weight and stress evenly. Depending on the manufacturer and the production process, manufacturers compose this central layer of either medium-density fiberboard (M.D.F.) or high-density fiberboard (H.D.F.).

The Stabilizing or Backing Layer

The backing layer forms the bottom-most layer of typical laminate flooring, providing additional strength and stability to the laminate board. It is also water-resistant, making it suitable for areas with moisture concerns. Laminate flooring featuring laminate or melamine backing layers should be selected for spaces with high humidity levels.

Laminate Wooden Flooring by KJASons®
Wooden Flooring by KJASons®

Laminate Wooden Flooring by KJASons®

These four layers undergo one of two processes to become recognized as laminate flooring:

In the direct pressure laminate process, manufacturers compress all four layers into a single layer without using adhesives. This results in thinner laminate flooring that comes at a lower cost.

HPL (High-Pressure Laminate): High-pressure lamination involves pressing all four layers into an additional layer of high-strength paper using pressures exceeding 70 kg/sq cm. This process delivers high impact resistance and wear resistance. HPL is exceptionally durable and boasts excellent fire-resistant properties.

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