Floating Floors In Adelaide Are A Great Option If You Are Looking For Aesthetic

A floating floor is a floor that is easy to install pieces of flooring i.e. tiles or planks which sit on the subfloor. These are fitted by the click lock system each tile has and in essence works like a jigsaw puzzle. Floating floors in Adelaide as of recently are becoming most popular and are being used by the masses because they provide the same look as original hardwood floors do without the hefty price point. This flooring provides a viable option for someone who is looking to get good floor aesthetics on a tight budget. Contrary to common perception, a floating floor is a method of installation rather than a type of flooring itself. Like explained above it is because it “floats” (rests) on the real floor (subfloor) and is not joined to it with chemicals or adhesives.

The materials predominantly used in the manufacturing of this type of flooring are laminate and vinyl. In recent times, vinyl flooring has become the top choice for homeowners around the world who are looking for inexpensive options. It is not even the inexpensive aspect that attracts some but rather the sheer variety of it. Vinyl flooring comes in such a variety of looks nowadays that you name it and vendors usually have it. From the look of ceramic tiles to marble, from natural stone to wood flooring, any aesthetic can be achieved through vinyl flooring. For example, engineered wood flooring is made by gluing together layers of plywood. The final look is an astonishing one that once installed it is rather hard to differentiate between an authentic real wood floor and an engineered one.

 These tiles have friction bases which adhere strongly to the subfloor making little to none room for them moving from their place. Because a single piece is not very heavy these floors can also be subjected to significant amounts of weight (hundreds of kilograms) without having to worry about them scuffing or moving. This is further backed up by the confinement of four walls this type of floor is installed in; there is literally no room to move. The click lock system however provides enough room for expansion and compression adhering to the humidity of the room. These pieces either join together like a puzzle or get glued together depending on the type. Usually people opt for click lock systems because they are easy to install and detach. When you are moving places, you can literally take your floor off and bring it along with you at your new place. Most people find the feasibility this installation method presents the most attractive since the material is already cost-effective and they can install the whole flooring by themselves.

However like all things, these floors have their disadvantages as well. These floors do not add much to the property of the value since they are not permanent fixtures unlike solid wood plank flooring. 

The resell value of your property will not be much as compared to if you have traditional wood floors. Another thing to consider is that unlike solid wood, these floors cannot be subjected to sanding and polishing. Sanding and polishing is a process which is done on old floors which have scuffing marks and are faded. The uppermost layers are rubbed off revealing new fresh layer of the wood which is then polished or tinted. This takes the old wood floor to its pristine condition and the floor can last for a very long period of time. With vinyl floors and floating floors in Adelaide, one may get the looks but not the complete benefits of the original thing. However if you are renting a property and want it to look stylish and classy, these floors can definitely do the job for you without breaking your bank and you will be able to take them to your next home too!