15 best laminate manufacturers

The most popular type of flooring in recent years has become a laminate. If only 10 years ago only rich people could buy laminated panels, today the situation on the Russian market has changed dramatically. Many domestic and Chinese manufacturers offer quality flooring at an affordable price. To compete with them, it is necessary to reduce prices and Europeans. The popularity of laminate due to beautiful appearance and durability. On average, the life of the flooring is at least 10-15 years. This is enough to mentally prepare for the next repair in the room.

The main criteria for choosing laminate

1. One of the important indicators of quality and reliability is wear resistance class. The number 31 indicates that the laminated panels are designed for use in heated dry rooms. With proper operation, the coating will last about 10 years. But class 34 is able to serve up to 30 years in a residential area.

2. The weak point in the laminate is moisture resistance. The generally accepted standard is an indicator of 18%, but many premium materials have a moisture permeability range of 7-12%, which allows stacking of panels in baths or kitchens.

3. Different laminate structure and decor. And if the comrades do not have the taste and color, then the smooth coating somewhat loses embossed products or natural leather coatings. Corrugated surface looks more ergonomic with daily use.

4. At the ends of some types of laminate there is a small depression, which is called a facet. When laying such material the borders of each board are drawn. This allows you to visually smooth the unevenness of the floor. A smooth floor covering is best laid only on a flat base.

Our review includes the best manufacturers of laminate. When compiling the rating, the following criteria were taken into account:

1. innovative approach;

2. modern equipment and technology;

3. price range;

4. expert opinion;

5. consumer reviews.

Rating the best manufacturers of laminate

Nomination	a place	Name of product	rating
The best European manufacturers of laminate	1	Pergo	4.9
	2	Balterio	4.8
	3	Berry alloc	4.8
	4	Kaindl	4.7
	5	Kronotex	4.7
	6	Classen	4.6
	7	Haro	4.6
The best Russian manufacturers of laminate or joint production with the Russian Federation	1	Tarkett	4.9
	2	Quick step	4.8
	3	Ritter	4.8
	4	Kronostar	4.7
	5	Egger	4.6
	6	Kastamonu	4.5
The best Chinese manufacturers of laminate or joint production with China	1	Floorwood	4.8
	2	Goodway	4.6

The best European manufacturers of laminate

The pioneers in the production of laminate are European companies. And today, manufacturers from Germany, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Norway dictate fashion on the world market. The experts chose several popular brands in Russia.

Pergo

Rating 4.9

The winner of our rating, according to experts and consumers, was the Swedish manufacturer Pergo. The company is considered the founder of this type of flooring. The first laminated panels appeared in 1979. Today, the products are in demand in different countries of the world, and the technological chain at Pergo factories is so improved that the laminate is of exceptionally high quality.

In the line of floor coverings there are 12 collections in the most popular class 32-34. In addition to laminate, Pergo brand products such as parquet and vinyl are in demand. All products have international environmental certificates confirming the safety of use of the material.

Balterio

Rating 4.8

The Belgian company "Balterio Laminate Floors" appeared in 2001. Since its inception, the employees have set a goal to create promising and fashionable floor coverings based on laminated panels. Due to the high quality and own development, it was possible to quickly conquer European consumers and expand production. But the attractiveness of Balterio laminate interested some Asian pseudo-entrepreneurs, who have established the production of counterfeit products and filled them with the Russian market.

According to experts, the Belgian laminate is reliable and durable. Not only experienced installers are able to handle styling, but also home craftsmen.

Berry alloc

Rating 4.8

Laminate production is the main focus of the Belgian-Norwegian company Berry Alloc. Two companies, Berry Floor and Alloc, have combined large industrial capacities, a wealth of experience and a research base. As a result, HPL or high pressure laminate flooring has entered the market. It is fundamentally different in the first place in the manufacturing technology, when the upper layer is immediately pressed. This innovation allowed the brand to take third place in our ranking.

Laminated HPL panels are superior to traditional products with the designation DPL (direct pressure) in both quality and resistance to adverse effects.

Kaindl

Rating 4.7

Kaindl products meet all modern requirements for quality and environmental friendliness. One of the reasons is the rich experience (over 120 years) of working with wood. Experts emphasize the high resistance of the laminate to moisture, which greatly expands the scope of application. Good performance of the material and relatively impact resistance, so that an accidental drop from the tableware does not lead to the destruction of the coating.

To create the perfect laminated panels of the Austrian company allows advanced equipment. Therefore, the products have accurate dimensions and reliable locks. The material had become famous not only in Europe, but also in North, South America, Russia.

Kronotex

Rating 4.7

The German company Kronotex has been actively involved in the production of wood-fiber panels since 1993. The plant is part of the largest association Swiss Krono Group, which has a wide dealer network in 80 countries of the world. Experts explain getting the brand in our rating of the full production cycle. Kronotex specialists independently grow wood, process it and sell it to the final consumer. In addition to the laminate in the range there are modern materials such as HDF-plates, MDF, OSB, etc.

A distinctive feature of Kronotex flooring is the presence of a rich spectrum of monochromatic colors (200 variants). With the help of such panels it is possible to create a bright and creative design in different rooms.

Classen

Rating 4.6

Another German laminate manufacturer is in our rating. The Classen Gruppe company has been working in the field of woodworking since 1963, having gained invaluable experience to date. The enterprise has turned from a small-scale factory into a concern uniting several production sites in Germany and Poland. In addition to laminated panels, doors are well known in our country, and their assembly has been established in Russia.

The basis of the Classen philosophy is to provide consumers with practical, modern and environmentally friendly products. Employees of the company can boast of many patents, which are obtained on unique developments. Particularly successful in the production of laminate 32-33 classes.

Haro

Rating 4.6

Closes the ranking of the best European manufacturers of laminate brand Haro. Floor coverings on the basis of laminated panels, floorboard and cork for over 30 years have been rolled off the assembly line of the German concern Hamberger Flooring GmbH & Co. The geography of consumer products is amazing, deliveries are carried out in 90 countries. High quality laminate and stylish design are the main ingredients for success.

Constructors from Haro have a large number of their own developments. Some of them are found in the floorings of other brands. Experts note aquaShield protectors, Silent Pro sound insulating substrate, permaDur and bioTec coatings. Laminate is equipped with two types of locks. Lock Connect plus is considered a classic of the genre, and the Top Connect 4G hitch is considered more modern.

The best Russian manufacturers of laminate or joint production with the Russian Federation

To occupy a niche in the Russian market, foreign manufacturers of laminate had to decide the price issue. To reduce the cost of manufacturing, joint ventures and branches have been established in our country. The review included the following domestic brands.

Tarkett

Rating 4.9

The appearance of the Tarkett brand dates back to 1987. The main area of ​​activity for the company was the production of soft flooring (carpet, vinyl). Subsequently, the plant expanded its product line and became a large concern Tarkett Sommer AG. It is located in the town of Mytishchi, Moscow Region, where laminate is produced under the trademarks Tarkett and Sinteros.

The experts gave the brand a palm for high quality and affordable price for the domestic consumer. The flooring has a long service life (15-25 years), which is more than enough until the next repair. The use of simple but effective locks allows you to independently install the floor covering.

Quick step

Rating 4.8

The Belgian-Russian firm Quick-Step belongs to a major concern UNILIN. It is famous for floor glueless coatings, which appeared in the company's assortment in 1997. During its existence, Quick-Step had its own developments born in the depths of Quick-Step. For example, V-shaped chamfer. The first collection was presented in 2001 with the memorable name "Perspective". Laminate imitated the texture of the board floor, which led to the popularity of beautiful surround coverage.

In Russia, the Quick-Step plant appeared in the city of Dzerzhinsk, Nizhny Novgorod region. This happened in 2011, immediately after its opening, affordable and stylish products began to be supplied to the domestic market.

Ritter

Rating 4.8

The appearance of the Ritter brand occurred in 2009, when Laminat-Trade LLC began mass production of flooring. Experts praised the company's unique design and unusual style approaches. The brand received a place on the rating pedestal not only for an unusual stamping in the form of leather, but also for European product quality. Thanks to modern German equipment, the domestic manufacturer managed to achieve stability in size and precise locking.

Laminate managed to conquer its niche in the Russian market in a short period of time. Experts associate lightning progress with such components of success as the use of high-quality raw materials, their own developments and the presence of a production laboratory.

Kronostar

Rating 4.7

Laminate under the Kronostar brand is successfully produced in Russia, although it is controlled by a large international concern Krono Group. Thanks to European equipment and modern technologies in the domestic plant in Kostroma, it is possible to produce floor coverings, wall panels, MDF and other high quality materials.

The brand got into our rating for solving a complex task that the plant employees set for themselves. They make every effort to produce not only high-quality, but also safe for human laminate. It was this approach that allowed the head of the company in 2013 and 2014 to win the honorary title "Ecologist of the Year." Many experts consider Kronostar laminated panels as the most environmentally friendly material.

Egger

Rating 4.6

More than 56 years have passed since the commissioning of the first chipboard press in Austria. Since then, Egger has become an international concern with modern factories in different European countries. Several branches were built in Russia, where high-quality laminate is produced, as well as other materials based on chipboard. Experts rated the scale of production in our country and included the brand in our rating.

Laminated panels of 31-33 classes are produced not only under the Egger trademark, but also under the order for large enterprises and trade organizations. For the device of floor coverings in a line of the manufacturer there are all necessary accessories, beginning with decorative elements and finishing with means for care.

Kastamonu

Rating 4.5

A large holding company that unites plants in Turkey, Bulgaria, Russia, Romania, Bosnia and Herzegovina is Kastamonu. It is among the five largest woodworking companies in Europe. In the product line occupies a special place laminate. To make the floor material as accessible as possible to the residents of our country, an enterprise with a full production cycle was built in Elabuga. Thanks to the use of innovative technologies and the continuous improvement of workers' skills, the brand managed to quickly recapture its niche in the Russian market.

Experts appreciated the combination of the availability of laminate and excellent quality that meets European standards. This is confirmed by the rave reviews of domestic consumers.

The best Chinese manufacturers of laminate or joint production with China

Chinese manufacturers have recently tightened the quality of products, while maintaining an affordable price. Many of them are created by well-known European concerns that control the manufacturing process. Several brands were able to get into our rating.

Floorwood

Rating 4.8

The German group Floorwood has a simple but important goal. Employees of the company want to make quality floors accessible to all sectors of society. Laminate with a long warranty is made in different countries of the world, but most of the products are manufactured in China. German quality is ensured by strict quality control, but it is easy to achieve thanks to the most advanced equipment and quality wood.

Experts gave first place in the brand ranking for a rich set of shades and structures. The model range is constantly updated. The buyer is offered as a very wide panel, and shorter narrow strips. A convenient lock allows you to install laminate on your own.

Goodway

Rating 4.6

Experts gave the second place in the rating to Goodway brand for originality. The company's innovation lies in the fact that each country offers its own line of laminate. The most luxurious and rich are floor products for Arab countries. Each panel is highlighted by a special U-shaped bevel. In total, 8 collections have been developed taking into account the color of different countries.

Not bad looks and such indicator of a laminate as reliability and durability. Floor coverings from the Celestial Empire have been assigned classes 33 and 34, and the warranty period for the products is 25 years. To make the products even more affordable for Russians, two collections were made in our country.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.