We disassemble moisture resistance, cost, installation and other properties and decide whether to put the laminated floor in the kitchen and the bathroom.
6 reasons to choose laminate for wet zones
1. The existence of a moisture resistant
An ordinary laminate is really not worth putting in wet areas: of course, from short-term contact with water nothing happens, but constant increased humidity will lead to a significant reduction in the service life of the coating. Especially for kitchens and bathrooms there is a material with increased moisture resistance, it is necessary to choose for wet zones.
2. Cost
The cost of moisture-proof material is somewhat higher than the usual, but it can still be considered a budget decision.
3. Simplicity of installation
We will not argue that laying a laminate is simpler, and everyone will cope with it. However, the process of its installation is definitely much easier than laying tiles.
4. Association of space
One of the main issues that is solved by choosing a laminate for bathrooms and working part of the kitchen is the visual association of zones and premises. Especially relevant for small apartments, studios, etc.
5. Warm coating
Laminate is a warmer material than those familiar to the kitchens and bathrooms tile and porcelain stoneware. The speedy argument "For" for those who love to go home by barefoot - and at the same time it does not want to spend money on a system of warm floors.
6. Less hard floor
The floor laminated is less hard, compared with ceramics, porcelain stoneware, stone. So, it will be slightly less effortful for kids when falling, and the accidentally fallen dish will be slightly more likely to survive.
4 reason to abandon laminate in wet zones
1. There are materials with better moisture resistance
If you make repairs in your own apartment, and at the same time do not want to return to the issue of updating the interior, it makes sense to choose the altalized coating of the bathroom and the working part of the kitchen alternative. For example, ceramic tiles, porcelain stoneware, natural or artificial stone will serve at times longer and for a longer period will retain its appearance even with regular contact with water.
2. In the most wet places, the laminate will not cope
Yes, moisture-proof material can be laid in the kitchen and in the bathrooms. But in zones involving constant contact with water and hot steam, it will not last long. These include:
- shower;
- home sauna;
- Home Mini-Laundry, etc.
3. High-quality coverage - not such a budget
If you find a really high-quality, long-lasting laminate of a proven manufacturer, with increased moisture resistance and abrasion resistance, be prepared that such a floor will cost no cheap.
4. Zoning
The visual union of the space is not relevant to you, but, on the contrary, is the question of zoning? In such a situation, use different coatings for different parts of the kitchen and baths. Bonus: Such a reception is now in the trend.
conclusions
In wet zones it is worth using only moisture-proof laminate. The solution is particularly relevant if you need relatively budget, warm coating with simple installation. If you make repairs to a long perspective and are ready to pay extra for the system of warm floors, it is better to turn to alternative options.
