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Laminate Flooring – A Quick Read

carpetingama — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 23:46:38 +0000

Although carpet and hardwood are two of the most popular choices when it comes to flooring, they are sometimes unsuited. Certain areas of the home like the kitchen, or garage, frequently demand a greater degree of durability and resilience. Carpet absorbs stains and moisture too easily, leading to a dingy looking surface that may also attract odors. Hardwood offers a tougher surface than carpet, but it also falls prey to moisture. A moist hardwood eventually warps and cracks. After many years of expansion and contraction, moisture damage can become very apparent with a hardwood floor.

Areas in which spills and accidents are frequent can cause scratching or gouging in the flooring as well. Laminate flooring is a great answer to all these problems and more. With a laminate floor, designers can have the classic appeal of hardwood if they so desire, while avoiding many of the typical pitfalls. Laminate flooring is largely impervious to moisture issues and will not absorb water. Stains are not an issue, and as long as they are cleaned up promptly, should not leave a mark at all. Best of all, laminate flooring is very affordable, and can be found in a wide selection of shades, colors, and styles.

Installation of laminate flooring is also relatively simple. When first purchasing a set of laminate flooring tiles, check each to make sure there are no broken tiles. Once certain that the entire package is intact, give the tiles a few days to adjust to their new environment. There may be some contraction or expansion involved when the laminate flooring tiles arrive in a new setting.

Be sure to follow all manufacturer instructions that are included with the tile packaging. Specific instructions on how to glue the tiles are very important, and can affect the overall aesthetic quality and durability of the end product. It is also important to ensure that the tiles are placed with a quarter of an inch space between the wall and the flooring. Although a great deal of tools isn't required for in home installation, you may need something to cut the tile around corners, fireplaces, stairs, etc. A wet tile saw would definitely be adequate to cut laminate flooring.

Having a level surface for laminate flooring installation is also crucial. Be sure to fill any holes in the subflooring, or sand away any protruding areas that might stick up afterward.

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Laminate Flooring – A Quick Read

Kitchen Flooring -Information and Tips

carpetingama — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:13:21 +0000

The kitchen can be a challenging area to provide flooring for. On one hand, the flooring must remain flexible enough to support the legs and back. On the other hand, however, the flooring must keep out water and food to maintain its appearance. The right kitchen flooring requires little maintenance and can keep up with the demands placed on it by a modern kitchen. Spills and accidents will occur frequently, putting a strain on any flooring that is installed in the kitchen area. To prevent serious maintenance problems and future expenses, it pays to install the right kind of flooring to begin with.

Wood flooring has traditionally been seen in kitchen flooring, but it can lead to high maintenance costs. Wood aborbs moisture, causing severe maintenance issues. When a wood floor absorbs too much moisture it can end up crowning or cupping, producing an unsightly and uneven surface. The only way to fix this problem is to sand it down, or to rip out the entire floor and start over. These options are both time consuming and costly, and involve many hours as well as thousands of dollars. While a properly constructed and processed wood floor may resist these problems, wood flooring is definitely more likely to break down because of these problems.

More reliable kitchen flooring options include slate and ceramic tile. Tile and slate do not absorb moisture, and do not suffer from warping or cracking. As fairly rigid materials, they undergo little expansion or contraction. Slate and ceramic flooring can be found in a multitude of styles. Slate and ceramic flooring are also very slip resistant, making them a better surface to use in the kitchen as well. Hardwood flooring can become slick, especially if it has been exposed to moisture. When using slate as a kitchen surface, be sure to go with a low gloss or finish for extra slip protection.

Laminate flooring is also another viable option in the kitchen. To achieve that hardwood look without the maintenance issues, laminate flooring can be a great alternative. Laminate flooring is easy to install, affordable, and very resistant to both water damage and stains. Laminate flooring is also designed to withstand a great deal of foot traffic and pressure. The kitchen is a high stress area for flooring, and should be treated as such. Choosing the right kind of flooring will give homeowners lasting durability, with low maintenance requirements.

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