Quick Step Calando Midnight Oak Effect (Natural) Laminate Flooring from B&Q

Laminate is a great, easy product to clean. Having a sealed surface means the Quick-Step range of laminate floors is extremely hygienic providing it's well maintained and cleaned with the recommended products and materials. A sealed surface stops germs and bacteria accumulating in between joints and connections in the floor. A quick clean with microfibre cloths of which can be purchased with the Quick-Step Cleaning Kit can bring the shine back and remove germs/bacteria from the floor.

If you are installing in the kitchen, Quick-Step domestic customers are protected against damage from splashes (as described in the warranty.) You must clean up any water spillages on laminate floors as they are not designed to be waterproof, Quick-Step classify their product as 'moisture resistant' or 'splash resistant.' Please be sure to read the warranty before purchasing, as you must ensure the subfloor is not damp, the humidity levels must be correct. Customers wishing to place the floor in a kitchen may also look at using adhesive/sealants to protect the floor against spillages in the kitchen. Bathroom usage is not recommended - they have a specialist range called Lagune which is offered as their waterproof product.

For customers seeking a hygienic floor, Quick-Step products are very clean and sanitary when compared to other types of flooring like a carpet. Due to Quick-Step Uniclic locking method, planks are very tightly connected reducing the amount of dirt/bacteria penetrating into the plank joints and creating an unhygienic floor. Great for people with allergies, breathing problems or asthma, this floor when cleaned regularly can be considerably more hygienic than alternative floors.

Many laminate floors manufacturers overlook the nuisance that can occur from static shocks. Quick-Step however have developed their own unique antistatic treatment of all products during the manufacture phase. This means compared to other laminate products or floor types such as carpet, you'll receive significantly less static shocks if you opt for the Quick-Step Calando laminate floor.

The patented Scratch Guard technology is present in all B&Q Quick-Step products. This technology offers up to 10x more scratch protection than alternative brands, meaning your floor is protected better, for longer. Scratches can occur from kids toys, furniture, grit in shoes and accidental dropping household items. The melamine resin surface is manufactured to adhere strict european directives and standards. The best way to protect against scratches from furniture would be to purchase and install protective felt pads under furniture such as table legs, chair legs and sofa legs. Scratches can also occur from pets with sharp claws such as cats, so make sure your cat has a scratching post or similar to stop it clawing your new Quick-Step floor.

The HDF (high density fibreboard) construction of each Quick-Step plank ensures a solid and high quality product. Popular cheaper floors are often an MDF core meaning several less layers and an alternative construction procedure. HDF laminates are considered superior to MDF bases so each Quick-Step product is made to an exceptionally high standard. This leads to a durable, solid and longer lasting product.

The clic-together system designed by Quick-Step is called Uniclic. It's classed as one of the simplest, easiest to use and most sturdy connection methods on the market today and Quick-Step stand behind their product offering customers a lifetime guarantee on any defects occuring with the Uniclic connection system (from manufacturer defects). Providing your floor has been correctly installed and maintained according to Quick-Step's warranty specifications, customers experiencing any defects with the Uniclic system will be entitled to replacement or repairs from a Quick-Step representative.

Quick-Step stand behind their product and offer domestic customers a 25 year warranty for their product range with B&Q. This covers all first owner, first time installation customers who are using the correct quick-step installation and maintenance kit. Any problems with your floor which originate from a manufacturer defect can be replaced or repaired from Quick-Step representatives. You will not be covered if removing/replacing or installing into a second or third location/usage of the planks.