Monday, March 3, 2008

ITALIAN LAMINATE FLOORING


High Design, High Quality


Laminate floors aren’t all manufactured in Sweden or the US for that matter. ABET LAMINATI flooring, produced in northern Italy–just minutes from Milan, the fashion capital of the world–offers a variety of high design, high quality laminate floors. The 120 options include a wide range of choices from exotic woods such as Wenge, Olive and Zebrawood, to spectacular solid color planks. ABET’s Vintage line showcases rustic-like woods including aged Pine and Oak in oversized planks of almost six feet in length. These larger plank sizes inspire an "old world" look. Another design option is the raised texture in the Microline collection, which adds dimension to Douglas fir, Bamboo and Wenge wood-like patterns.

Design, when paired with nature, creates interesting results. The Fiber collection, made with jute fibers from recycled coffee bean sacks, will inadvertently have a coffee bean ground into its texture for an added perk. And natural veneers in a high pressure laminate format combine the beauty of real wood, with the durability of a laminate floor in the Parqwood line.

Usually residences with young children, large pets or a beach environment appreciate the durability of this laminate floor. It is resistant to scratches from chair wheels, foot traffic, pet claws, and scuff marks. It is also resistant to fire, acids and fading and has a lifetime residential warranty. When a homeowner seeks products with high quality, commercial durability and high design, they usually choose ABET LAMINATI. Unfortunately for the consumer, this flooring is rarely available through a local retailer. Due to the market positioning and pricing, beginning at approximately $8.50 per square foot installed, residential clients generally find ABET’s flooring through a professional designer. However, the laminate floor can be purchased directly from ABET, Inc. in the US, for under $6.00 per square foot including delivery.
Installation is easy
Thanks to a tongue and groove joint that is simple but mechanically sound, ABET’s laminate floors can be float-fitted over an existing floor without requiring long hours of work. Plank size is approximately 7-1/2 inches x 48 inches
Care for laminate flooring

One of the greatest reasons for purchasing a laminate floor is its lack of maintenance and its ability to look new for many years. Just like cleaning a laminate kitchen counter top, ammonia and water or vinegar and water work well. Window cleaners are perfect for spot cleaning. Since laminate floors absorb nothing, using soaps that leave a wax residue such as wood soap or vinyl cleaners will only create a haze on the surface. A slightly damp mop will remove dust. For samples or more information log onto the ABET LAMINATI web site.


1 comment:

Anonymous said...

well italian flooring is such a nice stuff.