Laminate flooring is durable and is protected by a tough external layer and resin coating, laminate is much stronger, scratch-resistant, and longer-lasting than any hardwood, vinyl, or carpet flooring. Not only are laminate sections smaller, designed to interlock, and easier to work with than hardwoods, but laminate can also be installed over most non-textile existing floors. In this “floating floor” method of installation, laminate is laid or “floated” over the existing floor without being glued to the surface. This saves considerable time and installation cost. Additionally, the introduction of glueless laminates further revolutionized ease of installation in the flooring industry.

 

Not only is laminate generally less expensive to start with, but when its durability and longevity are considered, compared to other flooring options, it becomes an particularly economical choice.Originally, most laminate floors replicated only the most in-demand wood floors. As laminate grew in popularity however, other looks were introduced. One of the most appealing characteristics of laminate is that designs are limited only by the imaginations of the producers. This has resulted in laminate becoming a medium unto itself, and a variety of rich, innovative product designs that are recognized by the design and decorating communities for their ability to create an atmosphere of sophisticated beauty in addition to long-term durability.