Wood vs laminates according to Samrat Mica.

Here at "Samrat Mica" we talk to our clients & buyers and often face the same question, what is the difference between wood and laminates, which material is better to use in the interior? It's true, everyone wants to choose best solution for their home, sometimes it is thought that wood is so much better to use than laminates. We, at "Samrat Mica" have made a list of 10 points, which may change such opinion. If you have more questions, don't hesitate to contact us!

1. Many people can’t even tell the difference between laminate and wood surface.
2. Laminates are produced in so many different designs, that it can replace any other material in interior design.
3. Laminate designs that look like wood cost much less than actual wood.
4. There are much more options how to install the laminate, even without the use of glue and without the help of professionals (unlike installing wood).
5. Laminates are not easy to scratch or crack, so there is no need to be afraid of breaking one while applying.
6. Wood is not possible or not recommended to apply in bathrooms and kitchens because of the moisture. Laminates are water-resistant and applicable in every room or place.
7. Laminates are resistant to surface water whilst the quality remains the same in hot and cold temperatures.
8. Harsh substances, such as coffee or nail polish, are easily cleaned from laminate surfaces.
9. Wood is not sun resistant, it can fade if exposed to lot’s of sunlight. This will not happen to laminate
10. Finally, laminated surfaces are known for their long lasting beauty and freshness.

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History of Samrat Mica laminates

"Samrat Plywood" was introduced to the market in 1988. It emerged as a leading name in the Indian plywood industry. Now "Samrat Plywood" also produces all kinds of plywood, boards, shuttering, decorative veneers, high pressure laminates, flush doors, Marine plywood, etc.
"Samrat Mica" is hardly 3 years old has already carved a niche for itself in the decorative laminates’ industry and has got a lot of appreciation and recommendations from Architects and Interior Designers from all over the country. On our orkut & facebook profiles you can find many pictures of interiors that were created or enhanced with the help of laminates. We upload these profiles daily as well as "Samrat Mica" twitter. If you're an interior designer or an architect it's easier for you to forward these pictures to your clients or get an inspiration for your own work. If you want to contact your local distributor, here is a list. If you have questions about the distributors in other cities, don't hesitate to ask. For more information about "Samrat Mica" laminates, click here. Our laminates enhance your interiors!

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"Samrat Mica" laminates in India

"Samrat Mica" is leading plywood and mica company in India. It's no wonder that we, at "Samrat Mica", get many requests about laminates, distribution points and contact information in India. To make it easier for you, here is all the useful information about "Samrat Mica".

Our offices-
BANGALORE Tel.:+91-080-65304111, 65310999 Mobile.:+91-99864-12551 Fax.:+91-80-26752092 Email.: info@samratply.in
MUMBAI Tel.:+91- 26734554 - 57, Mobile.:+91-98673-69220, 98203-19879 Fax.: +91-22-26734555 Email.:mumbai@samratply.in
CHENNAI Tel.:+91-44-42854563/55446 Mobile.:+91-94450-07170 Fax.:+91-44-42323620/21 Email.: samratplychennai@gmail.com
DELHI Tel.:011 - 25178567, 25178569 Fax.:011-25421767 Email.: puneetsinghal@samratply.in
CHANDIGARH Tel :+91-172 2639778, 79, 80, 82 Fax +91-172 2655621. Email.:info@samratply.in

We upload pictures of our production on our facebook fan page, we update "Samrat Mica" twitter account with quotes about design and you are very welcome to join us on linkedin, the professional network. Also, don't forget Samrat Plywood page! If you have any questions, contact directly info(at)samratply.in

Laminates. India. "Samrat Mica"

New “Samrat Mica” laminates catalogue will reach our distributors this month. It will be available in cities from North to South India. Beautiful finishes, amazing colours, variety of options. If you have to choose laminates, choose “Samrat Mica”. Laminate catalogue will also be available online soon!

Bollywood style wall decoration

Some hand-painted old Bollywood posters representing old glamorous generation of actors and actresses from sixties and seventies. Nowadays it's modern piece of art for the interior, an original wall decoration. Maybe a bit nostalgic but very beautiful. Enjoy more pictures after the jump.





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Indian Mother Earth

MotherEarth is Indian company and according to its philosophy, nature provides all as long as we give back as much as we take. MotherEarth designs furniture and home accessories hand crafted in natural fibre. It all goes very environmentally friendly, but together with that the things they create are truly amazing. See the pictures of their new store opening and maybe you’ll make some spring shopping list.

pictures via ethnicindiahome

Indian touch

Lately this blog was overloaded with interiors and design ideas that are traditional Indian or inspired by Indian culture and crafts. Starting with the houses in Goa and beautiful textiles of “Les Indiennes”. The interior pictures below are quite different; they still have that Indian touch, but are more or less cosmopolitan & modern. Mixing styles and colours created eclectic yet beautiful interior for a family flat.

pictures via plastolux

Indian textiles for home

Indian textiles are amazing. And textiles by "Les Indiennes" even more so. Designs are simple yet colourful and the environment friendly attitude of the company makes the production even more attractive. The production is made in the village not causing any pollution and providing the emplyoment for more than 50 families. Look for more Indian style pillows, beddings and furniture here.

pictures via lesindiennesshop

Love Kerala

Amazing beaches, roaming elephants and sky-high palm trees. It's all about Kerala. This house by the lake, built by Stapati Architects, represents the traditional architecture of this state in Indian South. Gabled roof, wooden interior & spacious veranda makes the place welcoming and nice. The details, such as wood carving makes every house of Kerala unique and precious. Let's take a look at the house by the lake.

more pictures on designflute

House in the desert city of Jodhpur.

House in the city of Thar desert, Jodhpur. The big, 450 sqm, family house looks effortlessly fitting into the desert-like place. With all the curves and edges it’s not only beautiful, it’s practical. The walls are dressed in brick and stone, which makes the house more insulated and inside the house there is a swimming pool that turns the place in an absolute dream house for a desert.

pictures via designflute

Bangalore home design

This house was designed with a purpose to create mixture of modern and traditional elements. For achieving this goal owners decided to use lots of antiquities and wood. The house is located in South India, Bangalore and has three bedrooms, one of which is turned into study. All the rooms are in warm colours, mostly orange and yellow. Brass lamps and wooden details provide the extra warm atmosphere of the space, it makes the interior of the house even more inviting and wonderful.

pictures via decor8blog

The wild India. Farmhouse in Kashid.

The farmhouse itself is not too Indian. It's only few décor details, materials or the number of cushions give away that it's actually built in Kashid, Maharashtra. With lots of open spaces, beds, couches and pillows it looks like the ultimate laziness house. It makes this farmhouse a perfect place for summer or weekend getaway. Or laid-back living.

pictures via celebrationsdecor

Maharashtra summers

This house stays still all day and reminds passers-by about their childhood and those summers spent at grandpa's place. House is full of space and light, but just until the night, when someone opens a book and sets free all those stories, big dramas and lovely fairy tales. This building, a reading room is built in the western coast of India by the architects Studio Mumbai.

pictures by studio mumbai

Pink sky in Pune

Sometimes it's hard to write about the creations of interior designers and architects. Simply because they are beyond words. Here is perfect example for that: vacation retreat by Opolis, architect team from Mumbai and Pune. According to them, "most complex and beautiful solutions are often the simplest". This particular building, house on the ridge, won several awards for its architecture and looking at the pictures it becomes clear why.

more amazing pictures at opolis

Indian interiors that matter

Two weeks ago you read about interiors of Tirupati & architecture in Jaipur. India continues to be an infinite source of inspiration for interior design. This time enjoy pictures of traditional indian decor and in between other amazing things, pay attention to the beautiful painting in the second picture and petite coffee-table in the last one. Sometimes it's really little things that matter.

more pictures on anindiansummer-design

Spirit of Indian South

Tirupati is a small town in India's South. Architect team from AUM Architects India had a goal to create spacious & modern house with three bedrooms and two terraces. The client asked for comfort and privacy, the architect company also made it practical by designing staircase which links two terraces and adding light through glass doors and large windows.

images via decodir

Pearls of Jaipur

The Pearl Academy of Fashion is located 20 kilometers away from Jaipur, in desert type place climate. It took much of an effort for architects from Morphogenesis company to create a building which would represent the seriousness of an Academy, provide students with creative interaction spaces and be suitable to the hot & dry environment. The result is big, bright-coloured building in a nice contrast with endless sky of a desert.

Pictures via morphogenesis

Children room

Children room is the place where little ones spend most of their time: early mornings, rainy Sundays and late evenings. The pictures below present ideas from different countries, but at the end it’s all the same: beautiful, cozy and fun room for your child.
German company Paidi designs children furniture since 1930s. Their creations are very practical and at the same time provide toddlers with enough space and comfort.
Colourful toys from Indian company Maya organic toys are made from wood and look so simple yet so cute. This kind of dismountable toys enhance the creative thinking of a child.
Gudiksen design is a company from Denmark which creates modern and hip furniture, you can find some good ideas for youngsters room at their page.

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