ᐅ Advantages of Solid Wood Planks Compared to Laminate Flooring
Created on: 16 Jan 2015 10:32
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Is there even still one available?
I am specifically talking about engineered hardwood flooring, not solid hardwood.
Basically, it consists of two layers of wood as the base and a thin wear layer on top.
Laminate, on the other hand, has a substrate made of particleboard, a decorative layer, and a protective coating.
As a non-expert, I currently see more advantages with laminate because it requires less maintenance.
So, what really speaks in favor of engineered hardwood flooring, besides the fact that it is real wood and not a printed design?
I am specifically talking about engineered hardwood flooring, not solid hardwood.
Basically, it consists of two layers of wood as the base and a thin wear layer on top.
Laminate, on the other hand, has a substrate made of particleboard, a decorative layer, and a protective coating.
As a non-expert, I currently see more advantages with laminate because it requires less maintenance.
So, what really speaks in favor of engineered hardwood flooring, besides the fact that it is real wood and not a printed design?
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DerBjoern21 Jan 2015 10:08Vega82 schrieb:
Well, I once read an eco-test report from 2012 (I think) that said the new vinyl/PVC flooring didn’t perform very well in terms of harmful substances... However, there is also the question of how healthy the emissions from laminate coatings and carpets are...That’s why you need to be careful when choosing. There are definitely some neutral products available. You also shouldn’t be completely naive when it comes to adhesives and finishes for hardwood flooring.
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DerBjoern21 Jan 2015 10:21Admin schrieb:
What I mean is that wood absorbs and releases moisture, which has a positive effect on the indoor climate. But only with unsealed hardwood flooring. Also, one should not expect too much influence on the indoor humidity from the capacity and the speed at which the hardwood floor absorbs and releases moisture.
schubert7930 Jan 2015 23:00Parquet flooring is simply more attractive... and that’s why it is understandably more expensive.
Bautraum20152 Feb 2015 08:48DerBjoern schrieb:
But only with unfinished parquet. Also, one shouldn’t expect too much influence on indoor humidity from the parquet floor’s capacity and speed to absorb and release moisture. Parquet still has more effect on the indoor climate than any other flooring (except cork). According to our building biologist in the family, oiled parquet is unbeatable for a good indoor climate.
His motto, by the way: laminate on the floor, emulsion paint on the walls – welcome to the plastic bag.
Let’s take it to heart: only lime on the walls and wood on the floor.
For oiled parquet, this might be true. However, if the parquet is sealed, it essentially becomes a type of "plastic surface," or at least no longer something natural.
As far as I know, when using underfloor heating, the choice of parquet is limited to oak and a few other darker woods. Lighter woods (beech, maple, softwoods) tend to expand and contract too much with fluctuating temperatures (and possibly room humidity).
Whether the flooring material xyz should be glued down or left floating is a matter of opinion. If you ask two "experts," you often get three different answers...
As far as I know, when using underfloor heating, the choice of parquet is limited to oak and a few other darker woods. Lighter woods (beech, maple, softwoods) tend to expand and contract too much with fluctuating temperatures (and possibly room humidity).
Whether the flooring material xyz should be glued down or left floating is a matter of opinion. If you ask two "experts," you often get three different answers...
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