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Choosing the Right Laminate Flooring: A Comprehensive Guide to Floating Parquet
When looking for the most suitable parquet for your home, the first variable to consider is the type. The most common type is floating parquet, which is often talked about without this definition specifying its characteristics. So, why floating parquet and how to choose the right laminate? Let’s explore!
What is a floating parquet?
A floating parquet is, in short, a wooden flooring solution in which the slats are laid on a special mat, simply embedded in each other, without using glue on the underside of the slats. To be able to carry out this type of installation, the wooden boards are equipped with a "male-female" system: two sides of the slat have grooves into which the tabs of the sides of the adjacent slat are inserted. Each slat is then embedded in the next one, thus creating a homogeneous surface.
If you want a certain look for your flooring, Oak effect laminate flooring is a popular option. This type of laminate combines the appearance of real wood with the strength and convenience of laminate, making it an appealing and practical choice for many homes.
To guarantee the quality and stability of the floating floor over time, it is necessary to apply a small amount of glue inside the grooves: in this way, we prevent the boards from coming loose from each other and our floor will remain stable and flat. To facilitate the installation of floating floors, the male-female interlocking has been improved and implemented by developing the so-called "clip" system. In this case, the sides of the boards are shaped in such a way as to create a much more stable and firm fit between the parquet boards. Thanks to the "clip" installation, the floating floor is easier and faster to install (no need to use glue inside the grooves!), but above all it allows you to obtain a much firmer and more stable surface, which will not be altered by any possible expansion of the wood or the building.
Laminate flooring: when should you choose it?
Floating parquet is so called precisely because it is not glued to the underlying surface (floor or existing screed), but rests on a small mat that performs various functions: absorbing small imperfections in the floor or underlying screed, providing sound insulation, insulating against humidity. When evaluating laminate flooring options, you may want to look into Brushed laminate flooring, which has a unique texture and appearance. This style of flooring is very useful in areas where you wish to impart a rustic appeal.
Floating parquet installation is a technically very viable choice, perhaps even preferable to glued installation: in fact, wood is a living material that moves when humidity or temperature changes.
With floating installation, the parquet is free to move without creating tension with the underlying screed, as is the case with glued installation. In the case of underfloor heating, glued installation is preferable because it allows better heat transmission from the screen to the room. Floating parquet is the recommended choice if you do not want to damage an existing floor and if you want to keep the possibility of removing the parquet, for example at the end of the rental agreement.
Light floating parquet: how to make your choice?
Now let's get to the heart of the aesthetic choices, which concern three fundamental aspects of floating floors: colors, effects, and finishes. First of all, the floor can be light or dark: the first is recommended if you are looking for a contemporary style if you like Scandinavian aesthetics, or if you want to maximize the brightness of the environment. Light-colored floating floors can have a color gradient towards blond or white, which must be taken into account when combining the colors of the furniture and walls. For those seeking a classic look, oak effect laminate flooring can provide a timeless appeal with a warm, natural appearance.
And what about the dark clip-on parquet floor?
Dark clip-on parquet floor such as Walnut laminate flooring, on the other hand, gives a warmer and bolder tone and is the best choice if you are looking for an industrial or country chic style, or even in a more formal space where, as we will see later, it is better to opt for a dark but homogeneous surface.
Another aspect to take into consideration is the tendency of dark floating parquet to absorb light: the room must therefore be well-lit by natural or, if necessary, artificial sources.
Different types of surface finishing. What to choose?
In addition to the color, another characteristic has a significant influence on the appearance of the floating floor: the aesthetic effect of the knots and veins typical of the wood. A uniform surface, without knots, with light veins, gives an impression of order and clean lines, while a knottier surface, with clearly visible veins, gives a more rustic appearance and character. The first option is suitable for all contexts where greater visual order is required, including professional and formal environments. The second option is also perfect for domestic or informal environments.
The main production processes and their style
When wood is transformed into parquet, it can undergo other processing steps, which change its appearance. Natural effect laminate flooring, for example, is treated with special brushes that "dig" the softest parts of the wood, so that the knots and veins are highlighted. Planed parquet has an irregular surface, which is always obtained by handwork, and gives the parquet a lived-in appearance with an antique flavor. Finally, coated parquet has joints at the knots or particularly wide or deep veins. This is an intervention that gives a refined aesthetic, as it recalls the know-how and experience of this type of floor.
A very wide choice, therefore, where different colors and surface treatments allow you to choose the floating parquet that best suits your taste and the style of your project.
Final Words
When selecting the perfect floating parquet, consider elements like as installation type, color, and surface quality. Floating parquet is versatile and simple to install, providing both aesthetic and functional benefits. Visit Floor Land for a variety of options and expert guidance on the best flooring solutions for your specific needs.
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