Laminate flooring is a very popular choice with people planning to resurface their home. However, despite its popularity a great number of those installing laminate flooring in the home are unaware of its composition.
Boards of created in a process involving the fusing of four layers together at pressures of 600 pound per inch and temperatures of 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
The four layers that form the structure of Direct Pressure laminate flooring (DPL) are as follows:
The stabilizing layer, which is sometimes referred to as the backing layer, provides the laminate flooring with its strength and stability.
A core layer or core board forms the centre of the laminate floorboard and as such it provides the fundamental structural support to withstand both weight and pressure. This layer is usually manufactured from HDF (high density fibreboard), though some manufacturers may use MDF (medium density fibreboard) instead.
Laminate flooring's decorative layer is the one that gives the material its appeal. A photo rendered design, that mimics natural woods, is applied to this layer.
A resin-based wear layer is employed to finish the surface and give it a resistance against abrasion, fading, stains and wear. This is usually made up from coats of melamine or aluminum oxide.
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Date : 06/09/2011
Category: Flooring Industry News