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In the modern world of laminate, if there are floor coverings that are laid on glue, then there are very few of them. All manufacturers trying to keep up with the times use locking systems. With their help, it is possible to install the floor in the room very quickly, in addition, it is not necessary to have any professional skills. Click Flooring Herringbone Appleton patterns, for example, are designed to offer a stylish and functional solution for various room designs.

Types of laminate locks

Laminate locks may vary greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer. However, the choice for the buyer is straightforward in most cases, as laminate locks can be divided into two general groups by design:

Latch Locks

Laminate equipped with latch locks, or snap-on, is considered more economical. This type of connection is also called hammer-in. Its design is quite simple, and because it has existed for a long time, this type of laminate has proven itself well among many consumers.

The essence of the latch lock is that one laminate tile has a tenon, while the other has a groove. The tenon has special ridges that securely fix it inside the groove. While this eliminates the need for glue, using products like Ardex NA Appleton as an adhesive can further enhance the strength and stability of the installation.

To lay laminate flooring that has the above-described locking system, one tile is hammered into another. For this purpose, wooden mallets are usually used. This is the type of work that is best left to professional craftsmen. However, with Timbertech Appleton products, even DIY enthusiasts can achieve a professional finish.

Despite the simplicity of the device, reliability, and durability, which have proven themselves in the market for a long time, the locking system of the lock type also has its drawbacks.

The most negative effect on the strength of the connection is the fact that under constant loads experienced by the laminate, the tongue and groove, which are part of the lock, constantly experience a certain amount of friction. This leads to the fact that cracks appear in the lock, as they wear out, and it is no longer possible to repair the lock. Different laminate manufacturers deal with this drawback in different ways.

Laminate with Click type locks

Click locks are a later and higher quality version of locking systems for laminate. Compared to lock locks, they have a large number of advantages.

Firstly, it is the click systems that are positioned as those that can be freely and quickly installed by a person without professional skills, as those that can not only be assembled but also disassembled in a short time and moved to another room. Brands like Elka Flooring Appleton are known for their high-quality click-lock systems that offer excellent durability and ease of installation.

The essence of click-locks is that adjacent laminate plates are connected at an angle of 45°, and then by lightly pressing the lock snaps into place. This does not require much physical effort and does not require the use of special tools, which is undoubtedly also a big plus.

When laminate is subjected to loads, click systems are not subjected to friction, but, on the contrary, to compression, which additionally increases the strength of the connection.

Some laminate buyers note that the disadvantage of laminate click locks is that when they are used, there are gaps between individual plates. This circumstance depends entirely on the quality of the laminate that you purchase. By choosing a high-quality product, laying it correctly, and choosing the most optimal direction of the plates on the floor, you can achieve that the floor will seem not to consist of individual elements, but to be monolithic.

Also, if the click locks are of good quality, then during the entire warranty period specified by the manufacturer they will never deform and will not allow adjacent tiles to move apart.

In conclusion

Modern laminate flooring can benefit from both latches and click locking methods, while click locks often offer better longevity and ease of installation. In the end, the decision is based on your budget and individual demands. Look through Floor Land's extensive variety if you're looking for high-quality laminate choices.