Polished Concrete Floors Vs Laminate Floors
Want to give your floor a facelift but don’t know where to start? Today, we’ll look at polished concrete vs laminate flooring.
There are many options when it comes to flooring, and benefits for each. Your needs, budget and environment will all factor into your final decision. Whatever the case, you’ll want a floor that’s long lasting. Let’s discuss polished concrete vs laminate.
- Laminate flooring
Laminate flooring is a multilayered floor constructed with a watertight, glued High Density Fibre board. While it offers various benefits, it may also have some disadvantages.
- Installing May Be Tricky
Laminate has a reputation for having a ‘snap together and stick down’ process. However, it isn’t as simple as that. You’ll need precise measurements and cutting or it won’t look right.
- Repairing It May Take Time
Laminate flooring is durable but can still be damaged. If it is, even a small patch job can take time and skill so the repaired area goes unnoticed. There will be cases where damaged sections need replacement because repairing isn’t possible.
- Can’t Handle Moisture
Laminate that is excessively exposed to water and moisture can buckle or peel. It is best to install laminate in areas that are drier.
- Noisier
Laminate flooring can be noisy underfoot because laminate is rigid and installed directly on the subfloor.
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- Durable and Hard Wearing
Polished concrete is extremely robust. It can handle the heaviest of foot traffic, as well as chemicals, moisture and heat. It doesn’t chip or scratch the way many other surfaces do.
- Easy Maintenance and Hypoallergenic
The non-porous coating on polished concrete makes it safe against spills and staining. For the same reason, the surface is not susceptible to bacteria and mould growth. It’s hypoallergenic too, so it’s the perfect floor for the entire family and pets.
- Great Aesthetics
Whether you desire an upmarket, glossy finish or a modern rustic appearance, polished concrete is for you. You choose the amount of aggregate exposed, the colour and the coating (glossy or matte) to suit your home. Not many surfaces are this versatile.
The team at Eco Grind have years of experience transforming floors in residential and commercial environments. We use only the best technology and techniques to create an incredible looking floor that best fits your home. Talk to Eco Grind today.