Choosing laminate flooring considerations

August 06, 2025

When buying laminate flooring, there are several important factors to consider. To help you make an informed decision, here are some key strategies and insights for consumers:

1. What Are the Key Technical Specifications to Know When Purchasing Laminate Flooring?

Understanding the technical specifications of laminate flooring is crucial to ensure quality and durability. Important indicators include:

  • Wear Rating: This measures how well the floor can withstand foot traffic and daily use.
  • Impact Resistance: Indicates how well the floor handles drops or heavy objects without damage.
  • Stain Resistance: Shows how well the surface resists stains from spills or liquids.
  • Smoke Resistance: Reflects the floor’s ability to resist discoloration from smoke or heat.
  • Scratch Resistance: Determines how well the surface resists scratches from furniture legs or other objects.
  • Water Absorption Expansion: Measures how much the floor expands when exposed to moisture, which affects its stability.
  • Formaldehyde Emission: A critical factor for indoor air quality and health safety.

2. How to Understand Formaldehyde Emissions?

Formaldehyde is a volatile organic compound commonly used in adhesives during the manufacturing of composite wood products. While it doesn’t release immediately, it can slowly emit over time, sometimes for more than a decade. Prolonged exposure to high levels of formaldehyde can cause health issues such as irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, and may even lead to respiratory problems or skin conditions.

Studies have also shown that long-term exposure to excessive formaldehyde levels may increase the risk of certain cancers, particularly in the nasal and respiratory areas. Because of these risks, many countries have set strict limits on formaldehyde emissions from building materials.

For example, in Japan and the European Union, the formaldehyde emission limit for plywood is set at no more than 10 mg per 100 grams of material. In China, the standard (GB/T 18102-2000) categorizes products into two classes: Class A (excellent) with emissions ≤9 mg/100g, and Class B (qualified) with emissions between 9 mg and 40 mg/100g.

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