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The most critical step is subfloor preparation. Floating floors require a subfloor with a maximum deviation of 3 mm over a 2-meter straightedge. If the subfloor has greater deviations, it must be levelled with self-levelling screed before starting. Without this levelling, the tongue-and-groove joints progressively separate, and visible gaps appear between boards after a few months of use. For areas of very intensive use (entrances, hallways, stairs with continuous traffic), we do not recommend using floating floors because their concentrated intensive use deteriorates the top layer faster than in residential areas. For these areas, porcelain stoneware or natural stone lasts much longer. The choice between different types of wood or wood-effect flooring depends on three main factors: budget, intended use, and desired aesthetics. AC4 laminated floating flooring, which is what we sell most today, combines very good value for money with resistance to intensive use. It consists of a top layer of melamine with a realistic wood effect (high durability against abrasion), a high-density fibreboard core, and a balancing bottom layer. The top layer has an AC4 classification (suitable for intensive domestic use or moderate commercial use) and withstands 25,000 abrasive cycles without visible wear. For standard domestic use, it lasts 15-25 years with a good appearance. Its drawback is that although it is visually very realistic, it is not natural wood and cannot be re-sanded and re-varnished if it gets damaged at some point.
