Modern technologies and the production of new materials have simplified repair and construction work so much that almost every third of the owners of the house knows how to lay down sewers, how to conduct a heating system around the house, how to fix the ceiling, how to lay the floor in the room. Domestic experts have long made up their minds about the quality of plastic and metal-plastic pipes, the best brand of drywall, and realized that it is better to lay in the apartment: linoleum or laminate. Reviews on the quality of materials, the best manufacturers, tips from experienced craftsmen and home craftsmen can be found on many construction forums and sites.
The strength of the laminate is determined by the class. For rooms with low traffic (bedroom, children), you can take 21-22 class. For the hallway, kitchen, living room, it is advisable to apply 23 class and above. Class 31-33 is recommended to be laid in offices, offices, public buildings. And also in residential premises, if you do not want to return to repair for 10 years, or even more. The weakest point of even a high-quality coating is the water resistance of the connecting joints of the plates. Therefore, it is advisable to select a water-repellent laminate for the bathroom and kitchen, in which the ends are impregnated with special resins or use glue when laying. Which is better glue or prefabricated laminate? Reviews of home masters are inclined towards the castle cover, it is easy to assemble it yourself, if necessary, disassemble and replace the worn or broken panel.
A widely known quality German flooring is Classen. Laminate reviews are excellent, they say that this is one of the best waterproof flooring. A huge variety of patterns and colors (from classic to exotic woods). You have the fastest, strongest and easiest styling. And, of course, a unique additional moisture-resistant protection of the seams with special wax mixtures. All this made this laminate very popular , reviews of designers say that thanks to its use, original interiors of kitchens, dining rooms and bathrooms are created.
The products of the Belgian corporation Unilin have long been known and popular in Russia. Thanks to the authentic embossing of synchronous pores, the surface of the coating looks very natural. The panels, produced with a thickness of 7 mm, are used in a small area (corridor, bathroom). By laying the coating with a thickness of 8, 9.5 mm over large areas, you can avoid vertical play. In Russia, a Belgian manufacturer has built and launched production of products under its brand Quick Step laminate . Customer reviews and styling experts say the product quality is high. Equipped with the best German equipment, running on high-quality raw materials from Belgium and France, the plant produces Russian goods, which in their parameters are not inferior to products from abroad and maintains the reputation and popularity of the company.
In order for the flooring to serve for many years, it is necessary to properly care for and operate the laminate. The reviews of numerous buyers confirm the recommendations of the manufacturers: carefully move furniture, the legs of chairs and sofas should be covered with soft material, avoid walking on the floor with high heels, you can not only violate the texture of the picture, but also slip. Advantages of the laminated coating: hygiene, wear resistance, simplicity and ease of installation, the ability to create a great design, every year increase the number of fans of this modern building material.