Browse Forums Flooring & Floor Covering Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 21Jan 03, 2009 9:57 am Cool thanks Michelle! We are leaning towards a Formica flooring product but Quckstep seems to be more well known around the forum. Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 22Jan 03, 2009 2:22 pm Nonie,
For water resistance, HDF is better than MDF, and generally thicker board is also better. I've heard that a couple of manufacturers have laminates that have plastic carriers (rather than fibrous board) - they are totally waterproof. Haven't seen any though in the shops. For wear of laminates, need to check out the AC rating. I'm a little confused about QuickStep. Their website shows their range to be AC4 (class 32). However, in their brochure, only selected few are AC4, whilst most are AC3. Not sure about the Harvey Norman stuff, but the timberline collection laminates in Discount City Carpets (which look identical?) has rating of AC5. Water resistance is also "very good" (HDF treated for increased water resistance; thickness 12mm). Chris Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 23Jan 03, 2009 3:23 pm Hi
Thanks guys ! Chris you got me thinking so I called harvey norman about 3 stores to find out the water resistance level. Now what he said is its not measures in ACS for this laminate. Its HDF- high def fibre (or something) whereby air bubbles are taken out of it. Its highly water resitant and only product that can be put in wet areas + 30 yr gurantee ! I think i have more or less made up my mind to go ahead with it in kitchen n lounge area. I think i will need to shop around a bit for it. right now they mentioned there spl on for $59 /sm (prod only) Will keep you all posted Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 24Jan 03, 2009 3:52 pm HDF - High Density Fibre
It will still swell if it gets wet! No problems in the kitchen just make sure you don't get a leak under the sink or a dishwasher gives up the ghost! Internal and External Building and Colour Consultant Online - Worldwide http://www.denovoconcepts.com Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 26Jan 03, 2009 11:18 pm Michelle HDF - High Density Fibre It will still swell if it gets wet! No problems in the kitchen just make sure you don't get a leak under the sink or a dishwasher gives up the ghost! HDF refers to the construction. HDF can be MR (moisture resistant - as are MDF window reveals) and HMR (high moisture resistance). That said - I have no idea about this flooring. Ed Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 27Jan 04, 2009 10:36 pm Laminate flooring is used much more extensively in the UK and some are now rated for wet areas - although I would suggest that you glue the joints with PVA glue, rather than just click them together, to provide a waterproof seal.
Quickstep do a range called Lagunewhich is rated for bathrooms and kitchens as it has a rubber seal on the joins. Paul Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 28Jan 06, 2009 10:56 am For what it is worth we had 60 sqm of this product installed
http://www.endurofloor.com.au/ I have since seen it displayed in Bunnings as Probilt floors. Even though it came with a 25 year structural warranty and a 5 year waterproof gurarantee (which covered spills of less than 1 litre left for less than 12 hours) after less than 6 months we had at least a dozen of the delaminating blisters of varying sizes all over the floor. (Only one in the kitchen). There had been no spills of water at all and the floor had been cared for along the manufacturers guidelines. The retailer and the manufacturer both said "water damage, bad luck" even though some spots were only 10 - 20mm long and were at various parts of the floor throughout our living area. After going through consumer affairs and paying $500 for an independent report who listed his reasons why the floor was doing what it was doing the retailer agreed to refund our money in full and remove the floor. My advice after lots of research and months of battling is: 1. The warranty is worth nothing so don't be swayed by 20 years or 30 years etc. When push comes to shove it will not be honoured without a considerable battle. 2.Stick to a proven brand with a proven reputation eg Quickstep. A lot of places are importing from China and rebranding etc. The quality s unknown. Nowhere on the packaging that came with our floor did it say where it was made. 3. Buy from a place that specialises in floating floors not a carpet place that also sells floating floors. That is what I am doing for my replacement floor and I can't believe the difference in attention to details such as the level of the floors etc. Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 29Jan 07, 2009 8:18 pm Carpetworld have Laminex Formica Laminate flooring for $69 installed. Justin of Sandringham, Vic Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 30Jan 07, 2009 8:33 pm I've looked into Formica flooring. Their Quintessa range is rated at AC5, but all others are AC3. And none of the colours/patterns in the Quintessa range appeals to me
Good thing that I've 6 or more months to decide. Chris Timber Impressions Exotic Walnut 32Feb 02, 2009 9:33 pm I Have 110 meters going down on thursday the 5th of Feb so if anyone is interested I can post some pictures if you want I ended up paying about $55 per meter including the sound proofing underlay and that was on interest free so the advertised price is definately negotiable also the instal cost should be less than $20 per meter Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 34Feb 05, 2009 3:24 pm Me too!
We have put our deposit down on the 'spotted gum' colour timber impressions - we paid $60 sqm - so you got a bargain! Hope it is easy to lay, hubby is going to be doing it! Mez Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 36Feb 07, 2009 9:32 pm Hope the pics come up ok for you, it only took me three years to decide on flooring so hopefully it dosn't take me another three to put down the skirts and finish off the Archs as well. Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 37Feb 09, 2009 5:56 am Thanks for the pics!
It looks great! How long did it take you to lay? Mez Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 38Feb 09, 2009 8:27 pm I was slack and got someone else to do it it took three guys 10hrs to lay 130m Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 39Feb 12, 2009 10:31 pm hi guys
i am a first time poster but a long time reader of this forum. i have also been looking at timber impressions for flooring and hoping to hear some feedback on it. the product is made in china and i have been told to stay away from chinese laminate flooring products and stick to the german stuff. love to hear from somebody who has had this in there house for a while and to know what they think of it. it is on the pricey side for a laminate product cheers guys Re: Harvey Norman Flooring (Hi Tech Print Technology) 40Feb 21, 2009 2:03 pm RE:Timber Impressions questions.
Apparently this product is w/proof,only if it is sealed.Which means you would have to glue ALL edges,exposed or otherwise,during installation. That would be a laborious experience,and defeats the purpose of a "click system" as you would be unable to replace boards if ever required. It is not made in China. It has a 30 year warranty.Longest I know of for laminate. If my industry rumour mill serves me correctly,the guy selling it on e-bay is an ex-H/Norman franchisee who was sacked and had bought a couple of pallets personally.If you had a problem with the product,you would not have a leg to stand on. Just a carpet layer's opinion! 1000000% definitely add insulation. I have in my home and it makes a big difference minimising sound transfer. Insulation is pretty cheap and definitely worth it 2 6209 Engineering timber is certainly a less fuss option, times cheaper to supply and install and better withstands humidity. 1 15924 Hi there, I'm a conplete newbie to this, but I'm looking to put a floor down in my 6x9m shed. It's currently sitting on a 100mm thick concrete perimeter (dirt floor… 0 6468 |