In the European market for floor coverings, Kaindl products are in the lead. Several factors contribute to success: a huge range of product decors, the constant development of new collections, the high quality of products, their reliability and environmental friendliness. Thanks to this, Kaindl laminate can be seen not only in residential premises in almost all European countries, but also in restaurants, cafes, offices and other commercial establishments, where a durable and beautiful floor is one of the components of a proper image.
Main characteristics
Among the many positive characteristics that distinguish Kaindl laminate, the most important are:
- Durability. The company provides a guarantee for its products for 20-30 years of operation. But this is only possible if the installation was performed correctly and the operating conditions meet the requirements. This is confirmed by the fact that in many houses where the flooring of the company was laid at the end of the last century, it still has excellent aesthetic and strength indicators.
- Strength. The material is available for any room with a high floor load.
- Environmental friendliness. For the manufacture of panels using natural material - pine trees grown in the Alps. This is a guarantee of safety and the highest quality.
- Excellent moisture resistance. The use of high-precision equipment, special impregnations and special technologies helps to achieve this.
- Resistance to aggressive environment and UV rays, so Kaindl laminate does not fade even in rooms where sunlight always penetrates.
Kaindl Product Features
All positive characteristics of the material are possible due to the peculiarities of its manufacture. So, high strength indicators are a consequence of the fact that all layers of the laminate are pressed together with one another. Thanks to this, each panel is a one-piece board of high strength. Damaging her is very difficult.
All panels are coated on top with high-quality resin. It contains special additives only of natural origin. The coating protects the surface of the panels from chemicals, liquors, UV rays, so they retain their original appearance and color for a long time.
Kaindl laminate is 98% natural alpine spruce wood, and although various substances are used as a bonding element, their emission class in some collections is zero. Not a single European or domestic brand can boast of such an indicator: the lowest level of emission in the products of other manufacturers is E1.
The company managed to achieve such high levels of environmental cleanliness thanks not only to the use of harmless components and materials, but also to the careful tireless work of the technical laboratory of the concern, which daily controls the quality of products.
Today, the concern produces almost 160 types of flooring decors. They are divided into three main types, each of which consists of a specific series of laminate floors. Further on each of them is more detailed.
Classic touch
This line represents inexpensive products with a thickness of 8 mm. The main difference of almost fifty decors is the unusual texture and structure, a wide selection of colors, authentic appearance. Among the most popular decors are Kaindl Laminate, Shashville Oak, Fremont Oak, Hemlock Roswell, and others.
The category consists of the following series:
- A standard board with familiar features and a classic look.
- Wide board. Designed for installation in large rooms with a themed interior.
- Premium board. Elegance and aesthetics are the main differences between the panels. They are designed for rooms with a luxurious sophisticated interior.
- Long board. Products of this series are intended for the commercial sphere and are distinguished by a larger than usual thickness.
Natural touch
Kaindl Natural Touch Laminate has 70 decors. Their main difference - the natural structure of the surface - imitation of wood of different species is so well made. Among the most sought after are Kaindl laminate, Hickory Mirano and others. The collection consists of several series, ranging from a standard board to a premium board, as in the Classic Touch collection.
One of the subcategories of this line of products, Narrow Plank, is considered the pinnacle of Austrian technology. Key Features of Narrow Plank:
- Absolute moisture resistance, which is not typical for laminate products.
- The breaking load of the locking element is maximum.
- The panel is non-standard narrow (11.6 cm).
- The formaldehyde class of the emulsion is zero.
Design
This collection presents about 40 decors. Their main theme is fantasy. To create a collection, digital printing is used.
The most interesting consumers consider:
- Children's models.
- Products imitating natural tiles.
- Panels with bright gloss.
Consumer opinion
It is not for nothing that experts call the products of the concern the best on the market of similar materials: even experienced builders cannot afford to distinguish laminate from this company from wood. As for the quality of the material, the best evidence is the opinion of those who have already had to work with such a coating. How does Kaindl laminate position consumer reviews and builders? They emphasize:
- Easy installation.
- Excellent docking locks.
- Lack of gaps.
- The material perfectly maintains the temperature of the warm floor.
- Good wear resistance.
This list is quite impressive, which really confirms the high quality of the products. There are practically no negative reviews, and if they occur, they are most often associated with poor-quality styling, performed by inexperienced or negligent masters.