The Look
Laminate flooring is quickly becoming the most popular floor
used today. It's designed for the consumer who likes the
look of wood, but wants ease of maintenance, and at a fraction
of the cost.Laminate flooring is available in a wide array
of styles, colors and patterns. Originally, laminate flooring
only simulated the look of hardwood, but is now available
in ceramic, marble and slate patterns as well. Because of
the printed layer, it is easy to achieve realistic looking
floors that you otherwise couldn't find or afford.
The Strength
Laminate flooring is very durable and constructed to resist
furniture indentations, scuff-marks, and in some cases water.
It is an interlocking floor that uses a tongue and groove
system to keep the floor in place. Laminate flooring "floats" on
top of the existing sub floor (concrete, wood sub floor,
vinyl, hardwood and other existing floors), and it is not
attached to it. Laminate flooring is made up of several layers,
a hard core material in the center, a special backing, and
a laminated printed layer to give it the desired look.
The Feel
Very soft and kind to your feet.
The Clean up
Easy and like hardwoods, the finish hides a lot. Laminate cleaning products are easily available.
