When looking for new Floer for your rental property, it is essential to consider all available options before making a decision. Laminate flooring has been very popular for years, both with homeowners and renters. In this blog, we will explore the benefits of laminate floors in a rental property, with a special focus on durability, design options, the possibility of DIY installation and how they can meet the 10db requirement in housing complexes.
Durability of laminate flooring
If you live in a rental property, you probably don’t want to invest too much in it. That’s why you’re looking for a floor that will last a long time and at the same time be price-friendly. Laminate floors are known for their exceptional durability, which makes them ideal for rental properties. The durability of laminate flooring is determined, among other things, by its usage class. Laminates typically have user classes ranging from 21 to 34, with class 21 being suitable for light domestic use and class 34 for heavy commercial use. For rental properties, it is ideal to choose laminate flooring that can withstand heavy domestic use, keeping your floor looking like new for years to come. For example, our Herringbone Laminate floors feature use class 33, which means they can withstand even normal to heavy commercial use!
Did you know?
If you end up moving, you can take the existing laminate flooring with you to your next home. Double the durability!
Many possibilities
One of the advantages of laminate flooring is the abundance of options when it comes to colours and patterns. Whether you opt for standard herringbone laminate, XL herringbone laminate, extra-long or extra-wide laminate flooring, there are countless variants available. Moreover, laminate offers a wide range of colours, ranging from light brown to white and from black to cream. This allows you to fully personalise your rental property and create the desired atmosphere that perfectly suits your needs. One disadvantage of laminate, however, is that these floors are not suitable for use in a bathroom.
DIY laminate flooring
Another attractive aspect of laminate flooring is that it is relatively easy to install yourself. The click system makes installation accessible to most DIYers. This allows you to save laying costs, which can be especially useful in a rental property where you may not live for long. For example, Whalebone Laminate floors feature a universal click connection, which means you won’t be bothered with left and right parts.
Rental property where there is 10db requirement?
Many housing complexes have a 10dB requirement, meaning there are restrictions on noise pollution from your home to the neighbours below. Laminate flooring can easily meet this requirement by using certified subfloors. These subfloors absorb noise and vibrations, allowing you to create a quieter living environment. It is essential to check that the subfloor meets the requirements of your rental housing complex before installing it. If you are not sure which subfloor is applicable in your situation, you can find out in the article “What subfloor do I need?” to make sure you have the right one.
In short, laminate floors offer numerous advantages in a rental property. They are durable, offer many design options, can be easily installed and meet the 10db requirement in many housing complexes, provided you use the right subfloor. If you are looking for a practical and aesthetically pleasing floor, laminate is an excellent choice for your rental property!
