Glossy laminate in the interior

 Glossy laminate in the interior

When interior design, to achieve a particular effect, it is important to correctly choose not only finishing materials, but also the floor covering, which ideally fits into the general idea in appearance and color. In order for the room to acquire designer chic, it is enough to apply a glossy laminate. Particularly spectacular will be black and white. No less spectacular red, yellow, blue. White and dark colors are not uncommon participants of interior design solutions, but before daring to lay out a non-standard covering, it is important to learn all the nuances and features.

Features glossy laminate

Glossy laminate is a fibreboard thickness of 6, 8, 10 or 12 mm, covered melamine or acrylic, making the laminated board wear-resistant and well-tolerated temperature drops and mechanical stress. In addition, the brilliant laminate equipped with an additional layer is capable of reducing the noise background of the dwelling. Such a layer looks like a supergloss, which makes this laminate particularly attractive to the consumer.

There are 2 degrees of gloss:

  • Glossy. Gloss is manifested only if it is exposed to direct sunlight.
  • Mirror. With proper installation, this surface reflects the pieces of furniture on it, even without sunlight.
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Panel Options

Some features of the panels can be highlighted:

  • Forms. Manufacturers make both standard and square shortened slats. Depending on their size and shape, each type has its advantages and is suitable for installation in any room. The ideal solution for creating flooring in the kitchen are slats shortened format. Also this option is suitable for a bathroom and a corridor, in a word, for rooms with a small area.
  • Design. There are two types of floor panels: with chamfer and without.A chamfer can be from two sides, from four or absent altogether, which allows you to create one or another type of flooring, for example, to imitate a ceramic tile.
  • Color directions. Special popularity won pure colors: white, black, red without any drawings and blotches. Such a presentation will make your floor unique.
  • Laminate class. Particularly won the hearts of consumers glossy laminate 32 and 33 classes as the most wear-resistant. It was widely used in interior design.

Benefits

Glossy laminate has the following advantages:

  • Moisture resistance. Due to its ability to withstand high humidity, this type of laminate is most suitable for use in the kitchen, bathroom and bathroom. Due to its good resistance to temperature variations, the glossy laminate is resistant to direct fire.

It can also be used in heating systems "warm floors".

  • Durability. In the presence of a smooth mirror surface, this laminate is absolutely resistant to mechanical damage. You can not be afraid of the rapid loss of its glossy look.Compared to other types of flooring, he confidently “holds the palm” of durability, since, among other things, he is not afraid of abrasives, dragging heavy things, exposure to chemicals and ultraviolet rays.
  • Shine This kind of laminate is characterized by a mirror shine, which makes the coating particularly solid and beautiful. During operation, the gloss level is not reduced due to the processing of melamine resins in the process of manufacturing lamellae.
  • Non-slip surface. With all its gloss, laminate is absolutely safe and you can not be afraid of falling. Glitter is formed by the introduction of resins and acrylic, and not through polishing.
  • Ease of care. Glossy floor is as easy to clean as possible and does not require special cleaning products. It is great for the nursery and easily maintained clean.

Another important plus mirror laminate - it is anti-static.

  • Environmental friendliness. This laminate absolutely eliminates the possibility of absorption of dirt, and as a consequence, the formation of mold or fungus.

disadvantages

Glossy laminate and disadvantages are not without:

  • Surface of the floor.This type of coating requires careful preparation and perfect alignment of the floor surface, otherwise the glossy surface will immediately highlight all the defects, and the slightest unevenness can lead to a divergence of the seams. The impression will be hopelessly flawed. The substrate for the glossy laminate is cork or polystyrene foam.
  • Cost Due to the use of expensive components in the manufacture of glossy laminate, the price of it is quite high. It is not worth saving on this coating and it will be better to choose German manufacturers that have proven themselves in the market of finishing materials.
  • Care. In the care of this flooring there is one drawback: when cleaning, there may be a little aesthetic stains and stains. To avoid this, you must use special wipes and microfiber cloths.

What color to choose?

In the field of laminate flooring, black, red and white shades have become particularly popular. They can significantly affect the interior. It is necessary to dwell on each of the shades in more detail.

Pure gloss white laminate is at the peak of popularity of flooring and successfully bypasses similar materials, as its advantages in interior design are incomparable.Thanks to the glossy, mirrored surface, the light laminate universally fits absolutely into any interior, whatever direction it is: classic, hi-tech, pop art, art deco, minimalism, country or ethnic - in any of these interiors, white super glossy floor will not only fit into the overall style, but also be able to become a bright accent.

Whatever furniture items are in the room, they successfully stand out against the light background of the floor, which allows you to focus on them without any extra effort. Light floor will not allow itself to dominate over the rest of the colors in the interior, it is only able to emphasize them. In addition, the bright varnished surface of the floor attracts light, which means that the illumination level of the room will increase significantly. With proper selection of furniture, a bright floor with a lacquer finish visually expands the space.

A room with muted walls and a dark ceiling will successfully lighten the lacquered white floor, playing on the contrast of tones.

An extravagant design solution in the form of a black superglossy floor, which not everyone will decide to embody in his home. Thanks to this modern move, you can see the effect on the interior of a too dark shade of the floor.Black shiny floor most successfully fits into the avant-garde, techno, pop, loft, as well as a classic interior.

Particularly advantageous such a floor emphasizes the minimum number of pieces of furniture and decorative items. In addition, it is an easy way to emphasize graphicity in space and effectively present the furniture.

Also, a dark laminate is able to create an atmosphere of comfort and solidity, which will allow both to work productively and relax comfortably.

There are also many different shades of glossy slats that can turn the floor, as a bright detail of the interior, and vice versa to emphasize and strengthen its style. For example, the tenderness of Provence style will emphasize the laminate of blue, light beige or whitened lavender flowers.

Red color of the varnished floor is very popular. This floor will be a bright detail in a minimalist interior, emphasizing the daring freedom of the loft. Bright and saturated, it is guaranteed to attract attention. But applying this color to the flooring should be careful: an excess of red will cause discomfort. In the partnership to the red floor, you should carefully select the furniture and arrange the walls in restrained colors. To maintain a bright color can be a few accessories to match.

The most stylish is the combination of red, black and white: these three simple colors together look the most advantageous and harmonious.

Which rooms to use?

Glossy laminate is ideal for use absolutely in any room, regardless of their terrain and the complexity of operation. It is important to choose the right type of lamellae.

In the living room the main task of the laminate - emphasize the overall style of the roomand also to allocate recreation and reading areas. Both natural wood shades and contrasting ones can be applied here: black, white, red. The degree of brilliance can be maximal, since it is a room that gathers all family members and guests, therefore it should have a rich, luxurious look.

In the bedrooms, bright pastel shades of the floor covering with a semi-gloss are appropriate. They will create a romantic, peaceful mood. In the nursery, a bright semi-gloss floor will also be more appropriate, it will act as a contrast for bright pieces of furniture and toys, as well as create a peaceful mood and cozy atmosphere.

When choosing a laminate for the corridor and the hallway, it is worth looking at two-way option. The lamellas of this coating contain decor in the form of two floorboards on the same canvas. Particularly impressive and beautiful this decor looks in the kitchen, corridors, hallways, where natural wood textures are appropriate. Two-way laminate flooring will be ideal for the bathroom and toilet.

These rooms also need modern and beautiful decor, and the glossy laminate will successfully fulfill this function.

You can learn more about the pros and cons of a glossy laminate.

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