Laminate FAQ's

These floors protect against scratches to a certain degree; however, you can somewhat personalize your degree of protection. Even with the thickest wear layer, you could see scratches from heavy furniture, outdoor footwear, and heavy traffic. To protect further, be sure to make use of area rugs, never drag chairs or furniture across the surface, and make sure your pet’s nails are trimmed regularly.

This material adds classic elegance to any room and usually improves your home's value, especially when high-quality materials are installed. It is seen as a significant improvement over carpeting, yet it doesn’t improve the value more than solid hardwood materials. Laminate wood flooring looks like authentic wood floors. If you’re looking for a good investment that lasts a couple of decades while perfectly matching your décor, this is undoubtedly a good choice.

Since this flooring is a floating floor, which means it is not directly attached to the subfloor or existing floor beneath it, an underlayment is usually required. Some products come with an underlayment attached already, so there’s no extra step during installation. However, if there is no attached underlayment, make sure you don’t skip this critical step.

Most homeowners assume the only floor covering that requires acclimation is solid or engineered hardwood. However, laminates need to be acclimated to avoid gapping, buckling, or warping, as the material adjusts to the environmental factors that can be present in your home. In reality, the one to three days it takes to acclimate these floors is a small price to pay to ensure they serve you well for their intended lifespan.