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The most critical step is subfloor preparation. Floating flooring requires a subfloor with a maximum deviation of 3 mm within a 2-metre straightedge. If the subfloor has greater deviations, it must be levelled with self-levelling screed before starting. Without this regularisation, the tongue and groove joints will progressively separate, and visible gaps between boards will appear after a few months of use. For areas of very intensive use (entrances, hallways, continuously trafficked stairs), we do not recommend using floating flooring because its concentrated intensive use deteriorates the top layer faster than in residential areas. For these areas, porcelain stoneware or natural stone last 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 excellent value for money with resistance to intensive use. It consists of a top melamine layer with a realistic wood effect (high durability against abrasion), a high-density fibreboard core, and a bottom balancing layer. The top layer has an AC4 rating (suitable for intense 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 visually very realistic, it is not natural wood and cannot be sanded and re-varnished if damaged at any point.
