Glossy laminate in the interior

Glossy laminate is a modern flooring, the appearance of which attracts the attention of people with its beauty and brilliance. This coating makes any room more spacious and bright. The high operational reliability of the product is guaranteed by the corundum mineral used in the production process, which is not inferior in strength to diamond. Glossy laminate in the interior has a diverse palette of colors. Often found coating with patterns and patterns on the surface.

What is a

A glossy laminate with a mirror surface is a 6–12 mm thick fibreboard, covered with decorative paper with an ornament. For stiffness between the base and the coating, several paper layers impregnated with a special composition are created. The product is coated with a protective composition of melamine or acrylic, which makes the laminated board resistant to wear, temperature and mechanical damage.

Modern laminate is equipped with an additional sound-absorbing layer that reduces the noise background of the room. The material has not only many advantages, but also some disadvantages. Choose laminate should be based on those factors that optimally meet the requirements of the room.

The advantages of glossy laminate

1. White glossy laminate, laid in compliance with all requirements, looks like a monolithic mirror surface, which gives the room a visual volume and airiness.
2. In the photo you can see that the rooms with a glossy floor look uncommonly and effectively.
3. A special compound is applied to the coating, which reduces slip and gives the floor a pleasant texture for the feet.
4. Glossy laminate is easy to clean and repels dirt. These properties make it a very hygienic material.
5. Laminated boards are made from natural raw materials, which makes the coating environmentally friendly and harmless to the human body.
6. Easy installation allows you to independently perform the installation of the coating according to the instructions attached to the material.
7. High sound insulation properties allow laying the laminate without additional insulation materials.
8. Laminated panels are ideally combined with the “warm floor” system.
9. The use of modern technologies in the manufacture of laminate has a positive effect on its performance properties: reliability, resistance to deformation and mechanical damage.

The disadvantages of the mirror surface

1. The surface on which the glossy laminate is laid requires more careful preparation, especially leveling. Any unevenness will be noticeable on the mirror surface of the floor. Cork or polystyrene foam substrate is used as a substrate.
2. The high cost of a glossy laminated panel is due to the complex manufacturing process and the use of expensive raw materials.
3. Glossy floor cleaning is needed more often than a matte surface. Special mops and napkins that do not leave streaks are used. The use of aggressive agents that destroy the protective glossy layer is contraindicated.
4. Furniture legs are necessarily equipped with a rubber or felt substrate.

Laminate with a mirror surface is perfect for rooms that require special solemnity: living rooms, halls.

Laminate properties

There are certain aspects on which the basic characteristics of the laminate depend.

• The method used for laying depends on the shape of the glossy panel: plank or square tile.
• The resistance of the laminate to mechanical damage and wear determines the class of the coating. Experts recommend the use of 32 or 33 class, which guarantees a long service life of the panels.
• Choosing a laminate, it is desirable to pay attention to the manufacturer. Famous brands that have positive recommendations in the market of finishing materials usually sell higher quality products.
• A chamfer or bevel at the edges of the panel will help to prevent the accumulation of dirt and dust in the seams between the planks.

It should be remembered that bevels are usually treated with a special substance that increases the resistance of the laminate to the effects of moisture. The roundness of the edge makes it easy to remove dirt.

Note! To avoid any stains on the mirror surface of the coating, it should be cleaned with a special cloth, not soaked in water or soapy water. 

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