Less than two decades ago, we were quite satisfied with the wooden or concrete floor. But now, during the repair or building of the building, some kind of covering is necessarily used. Most often, the owners of those or other premises make their choice in favor of the laminate. This material is not only very beautiful, but also very durable. If you choose a quality laminate, then you can not be afraid to start a dog - the floor will not scratch from its claws. And even such a surface can have anti-slip properties, which is also important. Laminate produces many companies around the world. In this article we will talk about the eight most popular brands.
Contents:
- The best laminate manufacturers
- What laminate to buy
- Video: how to choose a laminate and combine colors in the interior
The best laminate manufacturers
Balterio
The Balterio brand produces almost the best laminate. It is purchased both by residents of Russia and by European consumers. At the disposal of this manufacturer there are many patented technologies, due to what the flooring gets various useful properties.
Advantages:
- The special surface makes the laminate wear-resistant, thus increasing the shelf life;
- Laminate Balterio is shockproof - it is not afraid of falling heavy objects or clinking female heels;
- A cigarette that has lain a few seconds does not leave a trace on the floor;
- Some models of floors differ with their non-slip coating;
- Laminate board Balterio have increased moisture resistance;
- Stain resistance will not allow coffee or sauce to leave unpleasant traces;
- The company has a very wide range.
Disadvantages:
- The best products cost a lot of money;
- Not the richest choice of accessories( thresholds and substrates).
Reviews for laminate Balterio are different, as the range of this manufacturer is incredibly wide. Cheap models of floor covering people like, but some of the shortcomings still remember. The more expensive laminate has serious disadvantages - it has protection from cigarettes, moisture and other troubles. He is not afraid of women who walk on their heels. And you can not even mention the appearance of such a floor - it is beautiful.
Egger
The first press company Egger commissioned in the distant 1961.In one Austrian market, management did not want to limit itself, as a result of which the factories of the particle board manufacturer began to open in Germany, Great Britain and many other countries. Now Egger produces furniture, building materials and flooring.
Advantages:
- The laminate of the company has very high strength;
- Large assortment allows you to choose a coating for the interior of the room;
- Manufacturer promises a long service life;
- The floor covering has an increased moisture resistance;
- Most of the products are made in Germany, where there is a serious quality control;
- Availability of a large number of accessories;
- Not the highest price.
Disadvantages:
- None.
Reviews on Egger laminate show that experience is sometimes the most important. This manufacturer has been creating wood material for more than half a century. During this time, there was a laminate, and many other floor coverings. And if before these materials had a huge number of drawbacks( for example, fragility), now they are almost completely devoid of laminate.
Haro
German company Haro knowingly chose the slogan "Quality Flooring" for itself. Its parquet and laminate are of high quality. Some models of floor covering are designed in such a way that it is almost impossible to leave scratches on them.
Pluses:
- Most of the products are produced in Germany;
- Laminate meets all European standards of environmental safety;
- Very large range;
- Long service life;
- Countering stains and scratches;
- Many flooring models are shockproof.
Disadvantages:
- Many models are very expensive.
If you read the reviews on the laminate Egger, then you can be surprised that almost no one writes a complaint. Do not like the buyers only the high cost and large size of the package( most often it includes boards designed for laying an area of 2.5 square meters).Otherwise, this is an excellent floor covering, which can be damaged, but you need to exert an incredible effort( for example, drop the cabinet).
Kaindl
Like all other manufacturers, Kaindl creates several varieties of flooring. Laminate Kaindl 32 class has one distinctive feature - it has a 30-year warranty. No other European company provides such a long warranty on its product! Advantages:
- No fear of water;
- Warranty from the manufacturer is 30 years( applies only to laminate of the 32nd class);
- Heavy packing will not allow the coating to get damaged during transportation;
- Availability of fire and environmental certificates;
- Very wide range.
Disadvantages:
- Not the greatest number of accessories.
Reviews for laminate Kaindl indicate that the products of this company meet the world quality standards. Special manufacturing technology allows you to ensure that the floor covering completely loses fear before the moisture. With regard to impact resistance, it is also quite high - to apply damage it is necessary to exert a very noticeable effort.
Kronospan
Kronospan has for many years been engaged in the creation of flooring and various building materials( most often from wood).The company started with the production of the simplest chipboard. Now its laminate is considered, if not the best, then very close to this title.
Advantages:
- Very low prices;
- Very wide range;
- Compliance with most of the world's quality standards;
- No fear of water;
- Very long service life;
- Availability in most Russian stores.
Disadvantages:
- Plates are covered though harmless, but still plastic;
- Kronospan laminate can not be called the most shockproof.
We can not say that reviews on the laminate Kronospan are written entirely positive. But it costs incredibly cheap. The reason for the low cost lies in the fact that the production of flooring is occupied by the German-Russian alliance. From Germany, modern technologies are borrowed, in Russia there is a production of laminate. I like people and the warranty period is 10 years. You can not doubt that nothing will happen with the sex and for a longer time.
Kronotex
Kronotex Company produces 8 collections of laminate. More than 300 decor options are available! The flooring is made in Germany, so high quality is guaranteed.
Pluses:
- Huge assortment;
- Laminate production takes place in Germany;
- A large number of accessories;
- Many models have a 30-year warranty period;
- Complete absence of harmful substances;
- Production is shockproof and waterproof.
Disadvantages:
- High price;
- In Russia, Kronotex laminate is not sold in every store.
Reviews for Kronotex laminate flooring are difficult to find, this flooring is not sold in every city, and the price at times scares the potential buyer. To be afraid of a high price is still not worth it, because this floor can last more than thirty years. At the same time, he is not afraid of women's heels or dog claws - leaving the damage on this laminate can only be done with an incredible effort.
Pergo
The floor coverings of this company are very popular all over the world. Often, its laminate floor is even in Los Angeles homes, including studios in Hollywood. In this regard, it is not surprising that the sellers ask for Pergo products a lot of money. It is curious that laminated floors are produced by the company since 1974, when the majority did not even hear about them.
Advantages:
- Very wide assortment( 84 décor);
- High level of shock resistance and moisture protection;
- Long service life;
- Use in the production of patented technologies.
Disadvantages:
- Very high price.
Reviews for laminate Pergo show that people do not like only the cost of this product. In other respects, the floor covering created by the Swedish company does not have serious shortcomings. As befits a high-quality product, the floor can serve almost forever. It should be noted that this laminate is produced in several locations on the European map. But the quality of this does not affect - the Belgian version of the Swedish does not differ.
Quick-Step
Manufacturer of these floors was founded in 1960, it happened in the territory of one of the Belgian cities. Laminated floors went on sale in 1990.Since then, Quick-Step products have grown to be loved not only by the Belgians, but also by the inhabitants of other European countries. You can find laminate Quick-Step and in Russian retail.
Advantages:
- Patented snapping system, which eliminates glue;
- Long service life;
- Sufficiently wide assortment, regularly supplemented by new series of floors;
- Not the highest prices;
- High strength and no fear of liquid and cigarette ash.
Disadvantages:
- Not available.
If you do not want to buy flooring from a domestic manufacturer, Quick-Step products are an excellent alternative! It is inexpensive, but very high-quality. Reviews on the laminate Quick-Step indicate that it is possible to damage such a floor only by destroying the building or tilting the cabinet with all its contents. Not afraid of laminate and accidentally dropped cigarette ash.
Which laminate to buy
Almost all manufacturers of laminate floor are engaged in the production of a variety of products. From each other, it differs in the following parameters:
- Presence and appearance of the chamfer;
- Class of laminate;
- Decor and structure;
- Thickness;
- Type of moisture resistance.
A facet refers to small depressions along the edges of a laminate board. If they are present, then all the boards will be clearly visible - they will have clear edges. If you do not have the most even floor, then in any case you need a laminate with chamfer. If the floor is even, you can do without chamfering - then the laminate will appear to be one continuous surface. Just look closely you will notice the individual panels.
The laminate floor depends on its service life. The lowest, grade 31, indicates that at home the floor will last only a little more than ten years. And in restaurants, schools and other similar premises such a laminate should not be installed at all. The maximum is 34 class. The laminate floor belonging to it will serve up to 30 years( in commercial premises - from 7 to 15 years, depending on the intensity of the load).
The last important parameter is the thickness of the laminate panel. The minimum parameter is 6 mm, but a similar product will be very expensive. Budget laminate has an 8-mm thickness. If the premises are intended for installation of large household appliances and heavy furniture, then it is better to consider the option of buying an even thicker laminate, even if it will be more expensive to cost.
