Yes, it is an excellent choice. A high-quality laminate floor is highly durable and resistant to scratches and stains, making it suitable for busy family homes. It is also easy to clean and maintain, ensuring it keeps its beautiful appearance with minimal effort.

For a hallway an AC4 rating is the one to choose. It is the hard-wearing grade built for the busiest areas of a home and stands up to the constant footfall and tracked-in grit a hall sees every day. AC3 will cope, but AC4 is the safer pick for the hardest-working floor in the house.

As a rule, lay the boards lengthways down the hall, running in the direction you walk. This draws the eye along and makes a narrow hallway feel longer and more open. In an L-shaped or angled hall, set out the main run first and carry the boards around the corner so they line up cleanly.

Standard laminate is water-resistant rather than fully waterproof. It copes well with the rain and wet shoes a hallway sees as long as you wipe up puddles rather than leaving them to sit. For extra peace of mind by the front door, choose a waterproof range and use a doormat to catch the worst of the wet and grit.

The hallway is your home's first impression, so it is worth making it count. Grey laminate is a hard-wearing favourite that hides marks well. Herringbone gives a classic parquet look for a smart entrance. Tile and stone effects recreate the traditional tiled hallway without the cold feel of ceramic.