Do you know what the differences are between laminate, laminate, and solid parquet, which are the types of parquets we frequently see in our homes, workplaces, schools, and many other indoor places? In this article, we will examine the types of parquet and the differences that distinguish them from each other.
What is the Solid Parquet?
Solid Parquet is a solid wooden floor covering material in a single-layer structure, the thickness of which varies between 12 mm and 22 mm, which is formed without any intervention to the structure of the wood.
There are differences in color, pattern, strength, and texture depending on the type of wood.
The surface of the solid parquet can be finalized with processes such as varnish, wax, oil, and heat, depending on the purpose of use. It should not be forgotten that being a natural material is beneficial for health and environmental health (carbon emissions released into the atmosphere during production).
This type of parquet, which also provides sound and heat insulation with its natural structure, is produced from durable wood. Solid parquet has conditions that require a unique application, care, and protection compared to other parquet types.
In solid parquets that have not undergone a chemical treatment and it have a natural structure, the area where the application will be made should be free of dust and dirt. Since it is a natural material, the humidity rate of the reinforced concrete floor to be laid on should be measured and the application should be made accordingly. Humidity should not be high. After laying, natural wood should be allowed to settle on the floor, and sanding and polishing should be started after about 15 days.
What is Laminate?
As seen in the picture;
1-Top layer (Overlay coating)
2-Paper sheet (Parquet image printed on kraft paper)
3-HDF layer
4-Balance sheet
The part we call HDF is wood shavings mixed with chemicals and pressed under high pressure and heat. It does not have the feature of re-polishing its frazzling or worn parts.
What is Engineered Wood Flooring?
Engineered wood flooring, on the other hand, is a type of material that makes a difference by using natural wood-like solid parquets in its construction, although it has a layered structure like laminate. Engineered wood flooring is a long-lasting and healthy floor covering product manufactured by gluing 2 or 3 different wood layers in perpendicular directions, the raw material of which is completely natural wood.
All objects made of wood are sensitive to heat and humidity, but since the wood grains are placed opposite each other in the mentioned layers, laminate flooring is much more resistant to moisture than solid parquet. This high durability allows laminate flooring to be used in areas where other types of wooden flooring cannot be applied (such as basements).
In addition to the features mentioned above, laminate flooring also contributes to sound insulation with its natural structure. It is environmentally friendly with its 100% natural structure.
Engineered parquets created by the lamination process are often preferred for indoor flooring. The top layer of the parquet is the exposed, visible surface. For this reason, more valuable tree species are used compared to other layers. The most preferred tree species in the upper layer are; oak and walnut.
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