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Laminate Flooring in Bayside & South East Melbourne
One of the toughest, most practical floors for a busy family home. Premium waterproof-surface ranges installed by Quick-Step Master Installers, at the best value per square metre of any timber look floor.
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Based on 47 reviews
Serious value without looking cheap
Laminate has come a long way. Modern boards have deep texture that lines up with the printed grain, bevelled edges and matt finishes. In most rooms people cannot pick them from timber until they get down on the floor.
A laminate board has three parts. A high density fibreboard core, a printed decorative layer, and a clear melamine wear layer pressed on top. That wear layer is very hard. It beats every other timber look floor for scratches, dents and everyday impact, which is why laminate is the standard pick for busy family homes, hallways and rentals.
Good quality laminate with a premium waterproof-surface finish is one of the toughest, most practical floors you can put in a family home. We do not think hybrid is automatically the better choice just because it costs more. For most living areas, kitchens, hallways and bedrooms, a premium waterproof-surface laminate holds up just as well day to day, often for less.
We are Quick-Step Master Installers and we lay the full Quick-Step laminate range. We know the click systems, the expansion gaps and the warranty conditions inside out.
Where laminate makes the most sense
It is the best value per square metre of any timber look floor, and it is genuinely tough.
Excellent scratch resistance
The melamine wear layer is harder than any timber finish. That is why laminate holds up so well in hallways, entries and homes with dogs.
Great value per square metre
For large open plan areas and whole house jobs, laminate delivers the timber look for a fraction of what engineered timber costs.
Fast to install
It clicks together and floats over an underlay. A whole house can often be done in a day or two. No glue, no sanding, no coating.
Very consistent appearance
If you want a uniform look with no dramatic colour variation between boards, laminate delivers that far more predictably than natural timber.
Premium waterproof-surface ranges
Our top ranges have a genuinely waterproof surface layer, not just water resistant, so they shrug off everyday kitchen and living area spills.
Low maintenance
Sweep and damp mop. No recoating, no oiling, no special products and no sanding schedule to plan for.
Getting a laminate floor that lasts
Most laminate complaints come down to three things. A cheap board. A subfloor that was not prepped. Or expansion gaps that were never left. All three are avoidable.
Here is what we specify and check.
- AC rating, which grades abrasion resistance. AC4 for busy homes, AC5 for commercial and very high traffic areas
- Board thickness and the quality of the click join, which determines how tight the floor stays over time
- Water resistance rating, and whether the range is suitable for kitchens and near external doors
- Underlay choice, for acoustic performance and to bridge minor subfloor variation
- Correct expansion gaps at every wall, doorway, column and fixed cabinet
- Whether a premium waterproof-surface range is worth the extra for your kitchen or living area, and where a fully waterproof floor like vinyl planks is the better call for bathrooms and laundries
How we install your laminate floor
Quick-Step Master Installer standards, applied to every job whatever brand you choose.
1
Free measure and quote
We measure the rooms and check the subfloor. Then you get a fixed price, with board, underlay, trims and removal of the old floor all itemised.
2
Subfloor preparation
Levelling and grinding so the floating floor sits flat, with moisture testing on concrete slabs before anything is ordered.
3
Layout and expansion
Boards set out to suit the light and the main sightline, with correct expansion gaps left at every perimeter and fixed object.
4
Install, trim and clean up
Boards clicked in, scotia or skirting fitted, door jambs undercut, thresholds set, and all the old flooring taken away.
Laminate and floating floors we have installed
Where we work
Flooring installation across Bayside and South East Melbourne
Homeowners, builders and businesses, from the Brighton and Bentleigh renovations through to the Cranbourne estates and the Peninsula.
Bayside
Period homes, renovations and high end rentals close to the bay.
Brighton · Brighton East · Hampton · Hampton East · Sandringham · Black Rock · Beaumaris · Cheltenham · Highett · Mentone · Parkdale · Mordialloc · Bentleigh · Bentleigh East · McKinnon · Ormond · Elsternwick · Caulfield
Casey and Cardinia
New builds, house and land, and growing family homes.
Cranbourne · Cranbourne South · Cranbourne East · Botanic Ridge · Clyde · Clyde North · Berwick · Narre Warren · Officer · Pakenham · Beaconsfield · Hampton Park · Lynbrook · Lyndhurst · Endeavour Hills · Hallam
Greater Dandenong
Established homes, rentals and commercial fitouts.
Dandenong · Dandenong North · Keysborough · Noble Park · Springvale · Rowville · Lysterfield · Mulgrave · Wheelers Hill
Frankston and Peninsula
Coastal properties, holiday homes and investment stock.
Frankston · Frankston South · Langwarrin · Carrum Downs · Skye · Seaford · Mount Eliza · Mornington · Mount Martha · Somerville
Other flooring we supply and install
Frequently asked questions
What is laminate floating flooring?
Laminate is a high density fibreboard core with a printed decorative layer and a hard clear wear layer on top. Floating means the boards click into each other and sit on an underlay. They are not glued or nailed down. That makes the install faster and lets the floor move naturally.
Is laminate flooring waterproof?
Standard laminate is water resistant, not waterproof, and standing water can swell the fibreboard core at the joins. Our premium waterproof-surface ranges go a big step further and shrug off everyday kitchen and living area spills. For a bathroom or a wet-area laundry, vinyl planks are still the safer choice.
Can laminate be installed over existing flooring?
Yes, over most hard flat surfaces. Tile, vinyl and timber are all fine, as long as the surface is clean, dry, level and sound. It cannot go over carpet. Any dips or high spots have to be fixed first, or the floor will flex and the joins will fail.
What AC rating do I need?
AC3 is fine for bedrooms and light traffic. AC4 is what we recommend for most family homes, hallways and living areas. AC5 is a commercial grade and is worth it for shops, offices or a home that takes very heavy traffic.
How long does laminate flooring last?
A good AC4 laminate in a normal home lasts 15 to 25 years. Cheap low rated boards in a busy hallway can look tired in five. The rating matters more than the price tag.
Can laminate flooring be used with underfloor heating?
Many ranges can, with limits on maximum surface temperature, usually around 27 degrees. It has to be confirmed against the specific product and the underlay must be rated for it. We check this before recommending a board.
Can laminate be repaired if a board gets damaged?
Yes, single boards can be replaced. The floor is a clicked system, so it means working back from the nearest wall, or cutting the damaged board out and gluing a new one in. Keep a spare box from the original batch. It makes the job easier and the colour will match.
What our customers say
Rated 5.0 from 45 Google reviews across Bayside and South East Melbourne.
Get a fixed price on laminate flooring
Tell us the rooms. We will bring samples, measure up and check the subfloor. Then you get a fixed price covering underlay, trims and removal of the old floor.
- Free, no obligation measure and quote
- Fixed price, so there are no surprises on the day
- Honest advice on which floor suits your rooms and your subfloor
- Old floor covering removal and disposal handled for you
Prefer to talk?
Phone 0422 635 797
Email admin@southsideflooring.com.au
