Laminate Flooring for Kitchens and Bathrooms: Does It Resist Water? What to Choose
Water-resistant laminates exist, but they are not waterproof. What they really withstand, when to choose SPC or vinyl, and how to install them in kitchens and bathrooms.
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Standard, water-resistant and SPC: the difference
Standard laminate is a fibreboard with a decorative layer: it copes with occasional splashes but swells if water stays on it or gets in through the joints. SPC is rigid vinyl and is waterproof.
In the kitchen
Yes, if you choose a water-resistant laminate, install it carefully and clean without flooding. In kitchens with leak risk (dishwasher, fridge with water supply) SPC or porcelain tile is better.
In the bathroom
In bathrooms, especially with a shower, SPC vinyl flooring or porcelain tile is more advisable. A laminate, even a water-resistant one, can suffer with constant splashes and steam.