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Laminate flooring is a versatile option for many homes, being hard wearing and retaining its beauty for many years, unlike many other floor coverings such as carpet. There are many advantages to having laminate rather than carpet, especially for allergy sufferers as laminate doesn't harbour the dust and mites that a carpet will. Caring for laminate flooring is relatively simple as you only need to sweep up the dust and debris and then wipe with a damp mop or steam clean.

Laminate flooring is one of the most economical options as it will last for many years with minimal care. A real wood floor over the same period of time as laminate would require treatments to retain its appearance. The actual cost of laminate varies but there is a type of laminate to suit every budget. For many families or households with pets, laminate is a suitable option as it is resistant to deep scratches or dents as well as being almost impossible to stain or fade, keeping its original colour for many years. If you do accidentally damage laminate it is relatively easy to remove a section and replace with some new. As the original won't have faded you don't have the problem of trying to match up colours.

Areas where you have high humidity such as the bathroom or kitchen can be hard to find suitable flooring for, as carpets will soon start to become damp and smell, whereas real wood floors will warp. It is possible to purchase laminate flooring for a bathroom or kitchen which is easy to clean as well as being resistant to damp.

For many floor coverings you have the extra inconvenience and expense of having an expert to come and deal with the fitting, but with a laminate floor you can install it yourself. Many of the newer types of laminate just need to be clicked into place so you can fit the floor yourself meaning you don't have to stay off work waiting for the carpet fitter.

Here at Wickes we have many styles of laminate flooring that are suitable for any room in the house. We also stock any necessary tools you may need to complete the fitting as well as being happy to give advice.

It is necessary to have good quality underlay when you fit your laminate flooring in order to insulate your home as well as reduce noise levels, especially if used in an upstairs room. Before purchasing your laminate it is advisable to ask advice from a reputable DIY store so that you are able to fit the flooring correctly without encountering problems such as warping or an uneven surface.

Laminate flooring is a versatile floor covering which will retain its appearance for many years without any maintenance other than cleaning. It is economical and easy to fit whilst being available in many styles and colours making it suitable for many all areas of the home. The decision to purchase laminate really comes down to a personal preference.