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Laminate Wood FlooringAn Outstanding Product!Laminate wood flooring captures all the beauty and elegance of solid hardwoods! Its realistic hardwood effect will suit any decor and add warmth to any room... As with any flooring material, the more expensive it is the better the quality, or in this case the better the simulation, durability and resistance... The very best come with a lifetime warranty.
With its representation of real hardwoods, affordable PRICE, incredible durability, easy installation and effortless maintenance, the attraction to this flooring material has made it the fastest growing in the industry! When making comparisons, you'll find that laminate wood flooring has several desirable features not available with solid hardwoods or other types of flooring materials. Made from HDF (high-density fiberboard) it can be found in every type of wood species imaginable and most stone/hard-tiled flooring too... See our web page on laminate flooring for manufacturing details.
With proper installation and maintenance laminate flooring will last many years... AND believe me (voice of experience), for the price you will definitely get your monies worth! The same can't be said about porous hardwoods, vinyl or linoleum because all of these types of flooring are susceptible to some or all of these hazards...
Features
Wax impregnated edges and water resistant cores make them resistant to surface spills and suitable for kitchens, but wipe up any spills ASAP and take every possible measure around the sink/diswasher/refirgerator areas to protect the flooring from a water over-flow. Disadvantage
Is It For The Bathroom?Yes, with exceptions. Laminate flooring will not tolerate really "wet" areas. Only you can determine if your bathroom is suitable for laminate flooring. If it is too wet of an area, consider another flooring material that tolerates moisture better than wood. Many manufacturers, like Allco, Mannington and Dupont, make more than one grade of laminate flooring products, including one that is more moisture tolerant. High Pressure Laminate (HPL) resists moisture much better than Direct Pressure Laminate (DPL), and is suitable for bathrooms. Many laminate wood manufacturers DO NOT recommend their product for bathrooms. So, find one that DOES and follow the manufacturer's advice to a "T"..! CostsLaminate wood flooring prices range from as low as $.69 upwards to $4.00 sq/ft. Far more affordable than solid hardwoods...
InstallationOne outstanding feature about laminate wood flooring is how easy it is to install (see our web page on installing laminate flooring for guideline details)... Just "click" (tongue & groove) the boards together. No gluing, no nails and no professional needed. Plus if you install it yourself (DIY) you can save up to 40% of the total job cost... A very BIG incentive and worth your effort! Word of advice, if you are doing the installation yourself take your time and be as precise as possible. For your attention to details the reward will be a fabulous looking floor!
MaintenanceVery little maintenance is needed to keep your laminate wood flooring looking like new for years to come! Just sweep with a soft-bristled broom/brush on a regular basis, that could be daily, to remove any dirt/grit and damp mop as needed. Placing foot mats at external entryways will help prevent any dirt or grit from being tracked in, and placing pads under the feet of furniture will prevent scratching and scuff marks. This is one tough flooring material!
KEEP IN MIND: For visual expansion of a room use a light color on the floor and for a more cozy, intimate feel choose a dark color... Also, laying boards length-wise will make a room seem larger and laying them across the width will make it seem smaller...
We hope you find this information helpful when choosing your laminate wood flooring. Thanks for stopping by and come back soon!
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