Laminate flooring is a hugely popular option for the home. It’s a cost-effective alternative to real wood while still being high quality and looking great. Laminate flooring can replace the stunning look of real wood without the price tag. Nowadays, laminate flooring a durable and scratch-resistant alternative to hardwood floors. Keep reading to find out how you can use laminate flooring and our top four laminate floors to enhance your interior. 

In this article: 

  • What are the Benefits of Laminate Flooring?
  • Our 4 Most Popular Laminate Floors 

What are the Benefits of Laminate Flooring?



Laminate flooring is made of four separate layers with a HDF core (high-density fibre core). The layers include a resistant surface, decorative paper, HDF core, and balancer. All of these components are pressed together under high temperatures and high pressure. When the floorboards have cooled, the boards are cut, and the click profiles are created. 


You can install laminate flooring in almost any room of the home and in commercial settings too. Laminate flooring emerged onto the home flooring scene years ago as an alternative to hardwood flooring. Nowadays, laminate flooring production uses innovative techniques and advances in technology to create new design options. It’s easier to install and cheaper to buy. As technology has evolved, the image on top of laminate flooring has massively improved with sharper definition, deeper embossing, and better imaging. Other benefits of laminate flooring include: 

  • Non-allergenic 
  • Scratch-resistant 
  • Versatile 
  • Simple installation 
  • Styles to suit any decor 
  • Appearance won’t change over time 

Our 4 Most Popular Laminate Floors 



Whether you’re looking to upgrade your living room floor or install new flooring in a hotel or commercial setting, laminate flooring is a great option. You can find laminate in a range of colours, designs, and grains to match your style. Here are our four most popular laminate floors to inspire your next project. 

1. Toledo



Spacious and ultra modern, Toledo Egger Laminate is a light grey wood effect finish that works well in neutral interiors or as part of a bolder decor style.  It is ideal for a modern, minimalist look matched with a white or muted shades of walls and decor or to create a lighter contrast to deep colours and dark furniture.

2. Kupka



Another versatile option is Kupka Egger Laminate, a golden shade with undertones of dark oak. It’s perfect for a modern rustic, contemporary, or country chic decor style. Think rich tones and a warm, natural ambience.  Kupka is an excellent option for an open plan living area or entrance hallway to create a statement as soon as you walk into the house. 

3. Ocampo



Ocampo Laminate is a darker grey that would be well suited for an ample open space to appreciate its fine grain detail. Create a luxury, clean lined finish with soft neutral shades, sumptous textiles and light reflecting glass decor. 

4. Murillo



Murilo Laminate is another popular option for home projects. The rich brown tones and grain detail emulate the beauty of natural wood and creates the pefect balance of classical design with a modern, earthy palette.

Laminate is a popular choice for home flooring for a reason. It’s cost-effective, high-quality, and easy to install. Find a design that suits your style perfectly to enhance your living space.

July 12, 2021 — Katie McKay