Showing posts with label excellent flooring material. Show all posts
Showing posts with label excellent flooring material. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Linoleum Flooring

The term linoleum has been derived from the Latin names of two natural resources, namely, flax (linum) and oil (oleum). Linoleum is a flooring type made from solidified lonoxyn in addition with wood flour or cork dust over a burlap or canvas backing. Pigments may be added to the material used. The finest linoleum floors, known as 'inlaid', are extremely durable; they are made by joining and inlaying solid pieces of linoleum.


Patterned linoleums came in different grades or gauges, and were printed with thinner layers which were more prone to wear and tear. Linoleum flooring provides an excellent support to the feet. It serves as one of the most cost effective flooring options.


Available in beautiful designs and colors, this natural flooring material is increasingly gaining popularity. It can also be attributed to its water resistance properties Good quality linoleum is sufficiently flexible to be used in buildings.

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Laminate flooring

Laminate flooring is made of laminate material. It is as an excellent flooring material, as it is natural and great in look. Laminate flooring adds to the value of your bedroom . Laminate flooring is made to look like natural products such as wood flooring or natural stone, yet is made up of either synthetic materials usually melamine resin or of synthetic materials combined with natural and recycled ingredients and covered with an attached decorative applique including an aluminum oxide finish.




Laminate flooring has a dense inner core and a glued-on layer or fused layers of outer material. Many types of laminate flooring simulate wood, but some look like marble or granite.


A popular alternative to other hard surface products, high-quality laminate flooring resists staining, wear, and fading much better than wood and natural stone while providing unique looks and appeal.
Laminate flooring is water-resistant, offering use in bathrooms and kitchens in addition to high traffic areas. Unlike most hardwoods, laminates are quite dent-resistant.