When repairing a kitchen, many owners think about whether to lay a laminate floor. This coating is very popular, but is it suitable for such a room? You can put laminate in the kitchen, but there is a risk of its rapid wear.
Which laminate is suitable for the kitchen
Today, laminate flooring companies offer their customers special waterproof collections. How do they differ from ordinary lamellas?
Waterproof coating consists of 4 or 5 layers:
- The topmost layer is a moisture-proof, durable film. It carries several functions at once: it minimizes the formation of static electricity, prevents fading from direct sunlight, creates reliable protection against damage, including thermal;
- The second layer is decorative; it imitates the texture and pattern of a certain type of wood;
- The third layer is the base, which consists of a plate of increased density. It is created under high pressure, and then impregnated with resins. It is from this layer that how strong the laminate will depend;
- The last layer prevents deformation of the lamellas, has soundproofing and moisture-proofing functions.
Laminate belonging to 32.33 go 34 resistance class very well tolerates prolonged exposure to water, usually treated with antifungal compounds, and the locks on it are treated with hydrophobic compounds. This product is fully suitable for use in the kitchen. And if the seams are additionally treated with silicone sealant, then the laminate will last longer.
Advantages and disadvantages of the laminate in the kitchen
The laminate to be used in the kitchen must be waterproof, otherwise unpleasant consequences cannot be avoided. Among them, a swelling of the seam, and after the destruction of the base, this problem will be especially relevant if the kitchen is flooded or water is constantly dripping in the same place. All the decorative component with a swollen laminate is lost, in order to restore it, it will be necessary to reposition the coating.
The advantages of laminate in the kitchen:
- The waterproof laminate is able to withstand slight flooding and hold it for a short time;
- In construction stores, a huge selection of designs and textures for flooring;
- The coating is softer, the dishes do not break when dropped;
- Due to the smooth surface, any contamination is easily removed.
Disadvantages:
- A good laminate designed for the kitchen is expensive;
- The surface is easy to scratch even when sharp objects are dropped.
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