Hi there, I'm currently refurbishing a 2 Bed 1970s Bungalow which will be our home. I'm now deciding on what type of flooring to have. I've done some research into different brands. Can anyone suggest a good brand from your experience of working with laminates. It is for the kitchen/diner and hall.
The brands I have come across so far are Quickstep, purgo, kronospan. I have also seen some good priced laminates in wickes, would they do the job just as well?
Can you suggest a good brand for a kitchen?
I am also considering solid wood flooring but have been put off using this in the kitchen due to the potential for moisture. I am still considering having it in the hallway, or do you think it would be better to stick with the same laminate throughout?
Thank you in advance, I am finding this facility so helpful. I really appreciate you taking the time to reply.
Are you a tradesperson and able to answer this question?
Hi Philipa.
When it comes to laminate flooring, I don't personally think that brand is all that but more on the style of how it is layed. There are several types, glued, click fit & fast fit.
Glued I would never recommend as you have to glue each joint and then compress over night to ensure a tight fit but the problem comes when cleaning the joints, if you don't clean the joints perfectly you will be left with a glue residue that is very hard to get off and leaves a shiny finish.
Click fit does not need any glue and is relatively easy to fit as each joint just clicks in to each other and does not come apart unless you lift each board. This is the one I would recommend.
Fast fit is the newest one out and have found the easiest to lay as there is no tapping in to place needed but tends to come open in some joints if you have kids as the side joints are only held in by a bit of rubber.
There are laminate floorings now for kitchens and bathrooms that have 25 years guarantee and are very tight to moisture resistance and in most cases they are burn and scratch proof (to an extent).
Solid flooring needs to be treated to lock out moisture normally with varnish or other type of sealant. I cannot comment if to stick with the same or not as its all down to personal choice
Hope that helps
Richard
EastLincs Kitchens & Bathrooms
