Laminate of increased wear resistance. Types of laminate: categories, types, titles, color, famous manufacturers, photos

Laminate as you probably have already heard wearness-resistance classes.And now we will deal with you what to do.

What a laminate with what class, where to hold. And what properties has laminate defined Class of wear resistance. And in general, what classes of laminate exist in the world.

A successful purchase will be the one you know about!

Taber - Test

Laminate, like many other materials, is checked for wear resistance taper device.Pass so with caress Taber test On the left of its image. As the test passes, you can look at the video at the end of the article. And read more in a separate article "Taber Test"

Via Taber - Dough You can determine the number of revolutions of the abrasive circle, before erasing the upper layer of material. Typically, the number of such revolutions for laminate varies from 900 revolutions to 20 thousand. As you already guessed. The number of revolutions and determines the class of laminate to abrasibility.

This indicator is called AT - Average Taber.And in accordance with the number of revolutions that the coating has grown is assigned class AC1, AC2, AC3, AC4, AC5. In accordance with European norm EN 13329.which began to act from January 1, 1999. Before that there was another norm EN 438.

I draw your attention to the fact that according to the new norm, the measurement method has changed.

Previously, abrasive paper on the circles of the Taper machine changed every 500 revolutions. And according to the current norm, every 200, which leads to a more rapid abrasion of the rusty of the product. Therefore, now most laminate manufacturers on the package fix both indicators. The requirements intensified, so the indicator for the new standard EN 13329 is lower.

Laminate Class Compliance Table

	Symbols for designation	Load level when used	Application area	The abrasion coefficient
				According to EN 438.	According to EN 13329.
Living spaces
21		easy	Cabinet, Bedroom, Storeroom	≥2000	≥900
22		average	Children's, living room	≥4000	≥1800
23		high	kitchen, corridor, hallway	≥6000	≥2500
Public premises
31		easy	The meeting room	≥6000	≥2500
32		average	Office, boutique, reception	≥10000	≥4000
33		high	Gym, bar, cafe, shop	≥15000	≥6500

As can be seen from the table laminate It has several Classes of wear resistance, and each class has its own resistance to abrasion.

At the moment, most producers have abandoned the production of 21,22,23 class laminates, since the wear resistance of their lowest. Initially, they were calculated for the house, but after all the time they had proven themselves badly. The buyer has become less and less to consume it, since there was a string of more wear-free laminate classes of 31,32,33 and a twin-appeared 34.

As a result, all three lower class were removed from production. And left only that laminate upper layer which is stronger, and MDF stove from which the laminate itself is made is more dense. Therefore, at the moment there is another classification of laminate classes by premises.

Laminate classes

For home or commercial premises with not a big load it is recommended to buy a laminate Grade 31 . Although many people in Russia are taken home and 32 and 33 and even 34 classes.

Most consumers when choosing a material for their flooring make a choice in favor of laminate. It is different affordable price For quite high quality.

Owners of their own housing appreciate the laminate for ease of care and long service life, during which there is no need to invite masters to replace, edit elements. Repair is moving into the background for many years.

The choice of laminate comes down to perfect combination Three characteristics:

1. Design,
2. Quantity
3. Class of wear resistance.

The drawing is obeying only to the owner's taste. The amount depends on the economy and the stock of the owner, the accuracy and experience of the wizard.

Error in choosing The density will lead to an unnecessary cash of cash when purchasing too expensive material or when purchasing panels, which will need to be replaced after three years.

The number of people, daily walking along the flooring, determines the load on the laminated panels. Various characteristics Premises: Attendance, humidity, the possibility of frequent mechanical shocks, require the selection of the appropriate type of laminate. This rule is for all rooms, not only for residential.

The wear resistance classes of the laminate require more close attention to themselves.

Miscellaneous destination

Commercial and home floors fall with different strength to resist wear. For each of the types, there are laminate classes with various abrasion coefficients.

Coating for home use is divided into three classes

• Class 21 - Ki\u003e 900. Laminate is suitable for low load rooms like a bedroom or pantry;
• Class 22 - Ki\u003e 1800. For rooms with medium load and the high probability of mechanical damage. Suitable for children's, living room.
• Grade 23. - Key\u003e 2500. High load peculiar to the kitchen requires high quality laminate.

Commercial laminate is divided into four classes

• Grade 31- Ki? 2500. Created for premises with low patency.
• Grade 32. - Ki? 4000. Laminate is suitable for rooms with an average load, for example, for offices.
• Grade 33. - Ki? 6500. Increased loads in stores or corridors requires special attention to the flooring.
• Grade 34 - Extra line laminate, created decorating the floors of hotels, hotels, supermarkets. Officially, the 34th class of laminate is not yet recognized, but experts have already rated the properties of some brands.

Marking on the package in the form of a little one determines the class of wear resistance. Accordingly, the more such icons, the stronger the laminate.

Helpful information ! The Russian wide soul and stocks often play with the owners of a keen joke, causing to acquire a class 31 laminate in the apartment. Money spent on excessive density is not justified even over the years.

This type of laminate has its own shortcomings - often manufacturers are used in its production not only environmentally friendly raw materials. Now we consider each subtype in more detail.

Low resistance to abrasion and the minimum life is displaced this category Product with expanses of the domestic building market.

Suppliers do not want to take a position that, taking into account the mentality, is provided with ignoring. But no one looks at the situation on the other side. Household laminate is distinguished by a very modest price.

Each new repair, fully changing the interior of the room may include and replace laminate. Not only commercial expensive options are able to hold out from one repair to another.

• Class 21. The absence of a protective layer under the conditions of active load in the form of moving furniture, regular movement of a pet to rigid claws (dog, rabbit, ferret) will turn out for two years flooring In the ugly surface. The placement of such a laminate in quiet impassable premises in the form of a pantry or bedroom increases its service life up to 10 years.
• Class 22. This type of lamina distinguishes the presence of a small protective layer. It is able to resist only a small mechanical exposure. Leaving it defenseless before rigid shoes, scratching furniture in 2-3 years will have to once again think about replacing the floor covering. By creating a way to soften the blow and other impact, such as beds on top of the carpet laminate, the owners can safely forget about the problem of their sex for 10 years.
• Class 23. It can be resistive to the average for the intensity of the loads due to improved wear resistance. Rough aggressive use allows you to admire laminate for no more than 4 years, careful relationship provides the ability to use up to 15 years.

For household laminated panels, frequent contact with moisture and cleaning, washing agents. This type of flooring is not recommended for use in rooms, where active wet cleaning is carried out daily.

Important! When leaving these panels, it should be remembered that even small puddles can cause their deformation.

Manufacturers are definitely attached to their products. detailed instructions In preferred methods of leaving and cleaning features. Careful following recommendations in combination with limited mechanical exposure to the surface increases the operating deadlines of Lamine 21-23 of the type several times.

Household laminate is simply created for people surrounding themselves in the home furnishings of silence and comfort. They walk on the floor in soft slippers, do not rearrange the furniture for several months or years. Their children have long been adults or have not yet been born to knock on the laminate toys, scratching pieces from him, trying to taste.

Commercial laminate

This product category is designed to decorate office space, shopping centers. Nowhere, in addition to Russia, he was not trying to apply as an outdoor coating in the nursery. You can make sure that you can see the videos and photos, seemingly provided with an unlimited Internet.

• Class 31. One of the most accessible options. Commercial use leaves such a laminate for no more than 4 years of service. Application in everyday life is limited to 12 years. Focusing on a modest price Most consumers seek to save, putting this type of Lamin in the apartment.
• Class 32.. The optimal ratio between price and quality provides laminate of this type of increased interest from the potential consumer. In the office with the middle passability of the panel will be able to last up to 5 years. In the apartment they will "live" to 15 years. Russian community buyers - owners of pets with large claws invariably prefer precisely this material. Masters are seen that most attempts to lay laminated panels are made independently with panels of this type.
• Class 33. Intensive loads, peculiar to restaurants, hotels are able to bring out the design of this laminate for 6 years. At the moment, 33 class is the most durable and reliable, its use is permissible at high passability.

Laying 33 laminate class at home provides an outdoor coating of at least 20 years of service. During this time, he will definitely have time to bother, he wants to replace it with a new one, while the invested funds will remain unjustified.

Read more about scratches ...

In a professional environment, the value of the laminate is determined by resistance to wear. The indicator is easily calculated when processing abrasives. A certain time rotating on the machine an abrasive circle affects the surface of the panel. For the accuracy of the data control the number of revolutions when controlling the degree of abrasion.

The results are formed into a certain marking:

• IP is the first degree. When exposed to abrasives, the integrity of the surface is broken with the adoption of deep scratches.
• Fp is the second degree of abrasive capable of causing no more than half the protective layer.
• AT - Third degree. The protective layer is not able to resist the effects of abrasives.

Test results for general public are not advertised, but it is enough to look into certification data to get the necessary information.

Sellers do not have to answer honestly questions about the quality of the products presented. Experienced consultants always answer the question of a degree assigned.

Taber Test

Wear resistance modern material Explorested using a special device called the Taper device. The surface of the laminated panel affect the device with an abrasive circle, simultaneously imitating the pressure similar to the mass of the average person.

Helpful information! The task of the toaster device is to fix the revolutions made by the abrasive circle for a certain period of time.

For the classification of floor covering ( parquet Board Or laminate) launch abrasive, starting to wash the surface of the material. As soon as the process of destroying the protective layer turns out to be fully completed, remove the testimony. Based on the obtained data, the material is carried out.

Abrasive circle You have to make a different number of revolutions before the abrasion of the layer depending on the class of laminate. The classification of Averagetaber (AT) is precisely the number of revolutions, assigning surfaces one of five possible categories of AC1-AC5.

Gradation EN 13329 is designed in accordance with european standards Quality in the field of flooring. Another 10 years ago, this sphere was regulated by the standard EN 438, characterized by softer requirements and rules.

Nuance! Many owners who have already experienced happiness replace their floor covering on the laminate, well know that no substrates are able to save from the screens.

It is completely impossible to get rid of the screens. There are two exits from the situation - to accept and endure or buy a large thickness panels.

However, this is a stick about two ends. The thicker the laminate, the less creaks and the more expensive. At the price of many expensive panels, most often affects the presence of a special sound-absorbing layer. The quality of laminate installation also affects the volume of the screens.

Helpful information! The more densely the elements are adjacent, the calmer is indoors with such a coating on the floor.

However, it should not be required from the builders of the impossible - to fit the panel to each other absolutely no one can not be able. This is not provided for by the structure of the laminate.

The popularity of laminate is due to its high aesthetic properties and wear resistance. Some of its types can be laid even in rooms with large patency: enterprises of trade, offices and even industrial workshops.

Laminate board is called outdoor decorative coating, imitating parquet, stone or ceramic tiles. This is a special layered material, the lower part of which consists of a fiberboard plate or a hard density chipboard. To protect against deformation, it is further enhanced by a stabilizing layer. From above, the laminate is pumped by a particular way, with a pattern.

The quality and wear resistance of this material largely depends on the strength of the highest layer - coating from the melamine or acrylic resin. At the bottom of some types of laminate, a soundproofing substrate can be located, providing additional arrangement of sounds.

Division in classes

According to the degree of wear resistance, the laminate board is divided into the following classes:

The thickness of the laminate can vary from 6 to 12 mm. Too thin lamellas for the premises of elevated passability should not be purchased - they will quickly fail.

Laminate lock connections

By ways of compound, the laminate board is divided into several types:

• adhesive: connects with the help of glue type "liquid nails"; Can be combined with a cleaner or tongue.

Clone compounds in turn are divided into type locks:

• click: The most perfect system providing reliable connection, does not form cracks; In some cases, the lock is enhanced metallic profile; The grooves and ridges are of particular shape, when connecting the board is started under the second at a low angle, then lowers down, until it clicks;
• lock: The cheaper option is less reliable, unlike the tongue, the grooves and ridges have a curvilinear form, to connect the board, it is necessary to carefully sweep the hammer to each other.

The adhesive module is used mainly to protect the seams from moisture. However, in this case, when damaged one-only boards, it will not be replaced with it. It is not so easy - all coverage will have to be proceeded.

Types of coatings

By type of facing, the laminated board is divided into:

• mimics floorboards painted oil paint; For registration of the room "Under the Starin".

If you doubt the choice of type and class of laminate, we suggest you watch a video in which it describes in detail about the basic characteristics of this material.

Advantages and disadvantages of each type

High-quality laminate is quite expensive material. In order not to overpay, it is necessary to select a specific class coating for each room. So, in rooms with the lowest patency (for example, bedrooms) It makes no sense to use high-term laminate - it is enough to describe there 31-32 classes there.

Most types of laminate have the following characteristics:

• stability K. high temperatures: Even a randomly fallen small candle or match does not leave traces on it; Unlike linoleum, it can also be used in the "Warm floors" system;
• sufficient mechanical strength and wear resistance, naturally than quality laminate and above the class, the more stronger, the material of classes 33-34 can be laid even on the dance floors - it is not afraid of heels and scratches;
• unlike parquet, does not require varnishing and cyclovka;
• antistaticity;
• ecology: Laminate does not distinguish harmful substances;
• this material does not fade into the sun;
• a wide variety of all sorts of textures and shades;
• easy installation: collect "floating" floor with a lamellae having lock connections, in a couple of evenings;
• maintainability: In the absence of adhesive compound, you can quickly replace one or two strips, without damaging the rest.

The shortcomings of the laminate are several. Unfortunately he afraid of water , Therefore, it is not necessary to wash it - after the abundant wetting of the board will immediately be swam. However, manufacturers have already begun to produce a special moisture resistant laminate.

The second its essential disadvantage is the need to perfectly prepare the draft floor - the laminate requires only smooth surface . Otherwise, it will creak, publish a crackle or even swell. In the case of damage to the castle compounds and the subsequent violation of the integrity of the sexes, the manufacturer may refuse warranty due to non-compliance with the laying technology. Do not laminate in private houses and without additional heat insulation, since the lamellas possess high thermal conductivity .

Before the laminate flooring, be sure to keep it in the room at least a day so that it adapts to its microclimate (temperature and humidity). In this case, the board will be perfectly smoothly and will not breed.

Application of laminate

Since the laminate does not like water, in the bathrooms, baths and saunas to sharpen it undesirable. In the rest of the premises, when complying with the installation rules, it is able to serve from 10 to 15 years (and some manufacturers give a longer warranty period) without replacement.

In conclusion, I would like to give a few brief advice on the choice of laminate:

• pick the class of the laminate board in accordance with the intensity of the operation of the sexual coating;
• in order for the floor with time, it should be purchased for rooms with heavy furniture; the worst and durable laminate should be purchased;
• the design adopted an immutable rule: the color of the floors should not merge with the color of the furniture and door openings, sexual coating selected on a couple of tones lighter, or, on the contrary, darker;
• with the help of laying laminate diagonally, you can visually expand the space, however, the material consumption will increase.

Laminate can be used not only as a flooring. Walls decorated with this material look very unusual and stylish.

Laminated flooring, more often called simply laminate, the most popular way today finish finish floors. The number of those who produce and sell laminate is impressive. Therefore, for competent selection, some important characteristics should be taken into account.

First of all, in the description of this product, the wear resistance class of the laminate is denoted. Let's try to figure out what they mean these numbers and how to consider when buying.

Laminate - Material Material

The finishing in the form of separate plates-boards, which are placed on a special substrate and are connected to a single adhesive on a glue or by snapping in special grooves, appeared in the second half of the last century in Sweden. He got his name from the Laminate Latin word, meaning "layered". This word perfectly explains the design of each board.

Usually, the laminate board consists of 4 layers glued under pressure with special resins. The main core of the structure that gives it the mechanical strength and the correct geometry is performed from high density (HDF). Less quality varieties of laminate make MDF and even organitis. The density of these materials is lower. Their use reduces the class of wear resistance of the laminate, because In this part of the board there are lock compounds of plates. After some time, unacceptable backlash may appear.

From the bottom, the plate protects against the moisture layer of the melamine resin. In the laminate of the premium variety, this layer is complemented by soundproofing from a porous polymer or cork.

From above there is a soaked paper or artificial veneer. It is this layer in many respects determines appearance Coatings, its design. In addition to the usual imitation of a variety of types of parquet, it can be tissue, metal, tile, stone and various decorative prints.

The top of the "cake" (overlay) takes on the main mechanical impact arising from the floor operation. Durable polymer film protects laminate from abrasion, punctures, shocks, etc. Often this layer carries and decorative function, determining the texture, microrelief of the surface. It affects from the floor surface. But the main purpose of Overlea is protective. From the thickness and strength of the upper coating directly depends on the class of wear resistance of the laminate.

Who determines the class of laminate

Since the invention of laminate, the number of manufacturers and buyers has increased rapidly. There was a need to introduce norms and standards to protect the market from unscrupulous vendors and help the consumer with a choice of decent goods.

In 1999, European flooring producers united in the Association (EPLF). Membership in this organization is one of the indicators of prestigidity for laminate manufacturers. Russia has also taken into account the norms and rules generated by EPLF. We have relevant classification of laminate by applications developed on the basis of abrasability tests.

Test Taper

Laminate samples are installed in the device (the toine abrasimetre), where they are processed with discs with glued sandpaper. The number of disc revolutions is determined, for which the facial surface is damaged to a certain extent. This number is an indicator of the quality of the coating. There are five abrasion classes: AC1, AC2, AC3, AC4 and AC5. In accordance with them and the class of wear resistance of the laminate is appointed. AC4 in this case means, for example, that the coating withstands 4000 disc revolutions with abrasive.

In addition to the Taper Test, other laboratory tests of laminate samples are carried out. This is a reaction to impact resistance, resistance to products household chemicals, tests using chairs on wheels, etc.

Laminate classification

According to the results of tests, the finishing material for the floor is assigned the class of wear resistance will suit the specific situation - you can understand from the consolidated table. The corresponding index and the graphic symbol is affixed on each package with the laminate, which has been certified in EPLF.

This is the official classification of EPLF. It can be seen from it, for example, that having a wear resistance class 32 laminate is designed for use in small offices and stores with an average traffic intensity.

Six categories, six classes

European standards identified six basic classes of laminate: 21, 22, 23, 31,32, 33. The class was assigned by the results of tests conducted in strictly normalized conditions. Therefore, the labeling on the package was unconditionally trusted. Each category corresponds to a completely adequate laminate in quality. Wear resistance class 33 was assigned to the most durable and expensive coating.

Such a classification was adopted in Europe. American manufacturers of laminate, which appeared soon overseas, have developed their own regulations for their activities.

Lamindes-high school students

It is believed that this classification is outdated. Thus, the production of laminated coverage of classes 21, 22 and 23 is discontinued due to low performance. At the same time, have higher quality indicators than covering 33 of the class. Therefore, for the device of floors in the premises of commercial and industrial purposes, where the mass human stream is assumed, it became quite realistic to find the suitable finishing material according to the properties. In this case, the class of wear resistance of laminate 34 is not easy a good idea marketer. This index is real and corrected, it is recognized even among professionals.

Warness Resistance Laminate Conditions

It is not always worth believing the numbers. Often unscrupulous manufacturers label their products based on independent tests and tests. In this case, the class of wear-resistant laminate claimed by them causes reasonable doubts.

The recommendations of the manufacturers of laminated sex on the use of their products, made on the basis of the technical characteristics, are quite specific and substantiated. But practice has shown that even for professionals are crucial when choosing a variety of laminate can have other factors. This is the brand of the manufacturer, the presence in the warehouse of a concrete design laminate and, of course, financial capabilities. Most often is considered to be comfortable to have a margin for the strength of the coating, and where the minimum traffic intensity and gentle operating conditions are assumed, put more expensive laminate. The class of wear resistance 33, for example, in such a situation is overly high and its use is economically unjustified.

Progress Do not stop

Search for methods for creating construction and finishing materials with inaccessible previous properties continues. Appear on the market new for the floor of various forms and properties. They have unprecedented mechanical strength, high resistance to abrasion, complete water resistance, chemical inertness, fire resistance and ecology.

We are talking about more complex composites. The basic material having woody nature (HDF, MDF) is replaced with more modern vinyl and quartz vinyl. The composition of the "sandwich" is introduced glass cholester and fiberglass. Protective coatings are treated with UV radiation that increase the quality of the front surface of the panels. Strictly speaking, this high-tech product is difficult to name the classic laminated floor, but also the use of such a coating is unattainable for the usual laminate, albeit the highest class. " Perfect laminateAnd the vinyl stove is covered with dance floors, supermarkets and airports. They successfully replace more expensive porcelain stonewares and fake diamond. Therefore, the belost resistance class of Laminate 43 declared by the manufacturer corresponds to the truth.

Thus, the appearance of at least three class of wear resistance becomes relevant: 41, 42, 43.

conclusions

Laminate class, of course, can affect the choice of concrete it is useful to remember that the first digit means the scope of application of this finishing material, Purpose of the room, where it is supposed to operate this flooring. The second number indicates the operating conditions of the floor, the level of load on the laminate.

Information about the class of wear resistance should not be a decisive argument when buying a laminate, but help make right choice can.

Laminate classes, but what is the difference between them? This question is interested in many people planning to improve home or workplace. Manufacturers produce many types of flooring. Some prefer tiles, other parquet, but the laminate is considered the most purchased flooring thanks to its advantages and unique performance indicators. The material has practically no shortcomings. It is easy to wash, it is available at cost, long retains the appearance, practical, durable, is not afraid of sudden temperature drops. Therefore, when complying with the rules of operation and care often, it is not necessary to repair the floor covering.

What does the class of laminate mean

Commercial classes

Flooring, which relate to "30-Kam", are distinguished by a high level of strength. They are most purchased.

Type 31 is characterized by the following features:

• boards with a thickness of 0.7-0.8 cm;
• slightly noticeable glossy effect;
• maintainability;
• low cost;
• service life in residential premises up to 10 years, in commercial up to 5.

But it takes additional noise insulation. The material is not sufficiently resistant to moisture and has a unstable drawing.

Type 32 has other differences: its thickness is from 0.7 to 1.0 cm, and it is more durable. Material has an average of resistance to abrasion. Laying is carried out on the prepared basic surface With the use of the substrate. The amount of substrate and laminate taking into account the square, but with a slight margin. In residential premises will last up to 15 years.

Floor Category 33 usually contains special stores. With their help, the strength and resistance to erasure is significantly increased. The material is often placed in residential premises, where there is an intense movement of residents and guests at home. This laminated coating is the most expensive. It has increased resistance to mechanical damage. The service life in residential premises is more than 20 years. The surface is distinguished by relief (and the texture is different), which makes the material less slippery.

Laminated Class 34 coating is created by pressing high pressure. It has high strength and density, since it is used to use a special impregnation. Due to this, the stability of the material to moisture also becomes higher. The material has good resistance to mechanical damage and abrasion. The only minus is the high cost, but it justifies the duration of operation: 25-30 years in residential and up to 15 - in commercial premises.

New classes

Over the past 10 years, products 41, 42 and 43 and 43 have appeared on the flooring market. They are still missing in GOST and ISO standards, but manufacturers already label their products with new designations. 41 and 42 categories are still on sale extremely rare, unlike 43.

Laminated 43 class coating is a completely new material manufactured by PVC. This allows you to create laminate models with higher consumer properties: hardness, durability and moisture resistance. Certified components are used for production, so products have high ecology. Due to this, the material is allowed to lay even in the children's room and in hospitals. Due to the absence of harmful components, such a laminate will not be dangerous for a child or a person with a weakened, sick organism.

The material has the following technical characteristics:

• increased wear resistance;
• preservation of the drawing with a long service;
• absolute resistance to moisture;
• maintainability;
• resistance to temperature changes;
• the ability to equip a heating floor system;
• high flexibility panels;
• no need to level the base too carefully (the material adapts to the irregularities).

This material also has a high cost.

The main differences of grade 31 from the 32nd

For use in everyday life earlier released laminate category 21-23. But today it is difficult to find it enough. Instead, in residential premises, laminate 31 and 32 class are increasingly used. The differences between adjacent types are often very minor, they will not be able to notice at first sight. This also applies to the difference between 31 and 32 class. The first thickness of the boards is small - only 0.7 cm. This is not enough to overlap the sound from the neighbors, but is great for floor insulation. A significant problem of this class is the low stability of abrasion and to moisture. The material is quickly wear out: the life of grade 31 laminate in everyday life is up to 10 years, and at the 32nd - up to 15 years. Laminated Class 31 coating should be washed with minimal water use, and better only vacuuming. Otherwise, the material can appear. In general, 31 category is inferior to the 32nd in all technical specifications. The only moment that pleases is a lower price. It is suitable in cases where you need to make repairs with a limited budget or you plan to decorate the laminate wall.

The difference between 32 and 33 of the laminate class

32 and 33 classes are the most popular on the market. Therefore, it is necessary to determine what is distinguished by laminate 32 from 33 class, before making a choice.

• lifetime;
• resistance to wear;
• resistance to mechanical damage.

Both material have good sound insulation and a special locking system. The difference in the class of laminate 32 lies in the fact that it is less resistant to the effect of water, that is, it can be wiped with a damp cloth, but can not be poured with water. If the liquid falls into the locks connecting the panels, the parts will start the swell and the floor will sweep. 33 class laminate is more resistant to moisture - it can be washed using various cleaning products, so it will be possible to remove even the oldest stains.

Difference 33 and 34 class laminate

Grade 33 laminate is suitable for the most passing rooms - corridor and kitchen. This is the premier level of floor covering, so it is inappropriate to use in rooms where people (bedrooms, storage rooms) go. The same applies to laminate class 34. It is the most impact-resistant and durable, but also the most expensive. It is usually placed only in commercial premises. Laminate service life of 34 categories is up to 20 years, but it depends on the loads, so it can serve and more. In residential premises, the intensity of movement is much smaller, therefore it makes no sense to overpay, it is enough to use 33 class.

conclusions

All major differences between the main consumer characteristics that affect the choice of laminate, we have brought into one table. The difference between classes is easy to analyze the cells of the cells. Red marked values \u200b\u200bimpresent to purchase, green - on the contrary are the best choice, but yellow Signals that it is possible to apply, but with caution.

Summary of the differences in laminate classes

When choosing a laminate, it is necessary to take into account the difference in the classes of flooring. The product marking indicates not only the wear resistance and strength of the material, but also on its purpose, as well as the possibility of applying warm floors. The laying of the coating can be carried out both in residential (5-33 classes are suitable) and in commercial premises (only 33 or 34th grade). When buying it is recommended to take into account the color and texture of the panels so that they do not fall out of the overall style of the room. But most importantly - specifications laminate. The better wear resistance, moisture resistance, mechanical damage, the longer you will serve the laminated flooring, but it costs more.