Benefits of 12mm laminate flooring

Laminate flooring comes in a variety of thicknesses ranging from 6 – 12mm. The thickness of a laminate floor is the distance between the base board and the top of the plank. This thickness and core density, in combination, effect the aesthetics of your flooring as well as the durability,acoustic values and lifespan of the boards.

1. Impact resistant

A good quality 12mm plank is more impact resistance than that of10 or 8mm planks. Sharp items that accidentally fall on the thicker boards will have little to no effect on it, making a 12mm laminate ideal for high trafficked areas.

2. Superior Acoustics

A thicker plank provides superior acoustics, as each extra mm of thickness increase the sound absorption levels. The denser and thicker hdf core provide negligible sound transfer through the plank. Partner this with a quality IXPE, our acoustic underlay and your floor will be quieter underfoot.

3. Improved aesthetics with better embossing

Heavier, thicker, and more dense planks are easier to carve more intricate designs into and deeper embossing can be achieved. Take AGT effect as an example, now in a 12mm planks it comes with a true to nature 3D embossed surface finish, that feels and looks more natural.

4. Hides imperfections

12mm flooring installation is far more forgiving, as the 12mm planks will hide the sub-floor imperfections and therefore make installation more forgiving

5. Durability

Laminate flooring is a cost-effective flooring option. Choosing a thicker floor will be pricier as more materials are used in the manufacture of a plank but a thicker plank will also last longer. A denser and thicker HDF core offers more stability and strength through the plank. Top off these luxury planks with the highest possible Fit for use commercial rating W33/AC5 (abrasion class) and you have a tough strong commercial grade laminate, (Effect AC5) that is suitable for heavy commercial use.