If you are in the market for new flooring, and you desire wood flooring, but you are hesitant to purchase real wood because of budget or durability concerns, laminate flooring is an affordable and practical option. Laminates have come a long way from their initial conception.

There are numerous benefits to laminate flooring. Topical images placed over the compressed wood core mimic the beauty of real wood amazingly. There are many series that convincingly recreate hand scraped textures and beveled edges. In addition, laminates are typically a fraction of the cost of hardwood flooring, and laminate installation is less expensive than real wood.

They are more durable than wood, offering a scratch resistant topical layer that wood cannot match, eliminating gouging and deep scratches that are more inherent with natural wood. Laminate can be a perfect solution for active homes where children and pets rule the day. Another benefit of laminate is the UV protection that is included in the topical protectant. Direct afternoon sun shining through a window is a killer on all flooring, but with an additional UV protectant that many laminate lines offer, fading and bleaching occur over a much longer period of time than natural wood.

Flooring durability
This is a layered product and, at the top is an ultra-strong, clear aluminum oxide coating that protects the floor from scratches, scuffs, stains, and sun fading. There is also the AC (Abrasion Criteria) Rating that most manufacturers use to determine each product's strength in various uses. The higher the number, the stronger the product; most residential applications should go for AC3 or AC4 for moderately and heavily foot trafficked rooms.

High water resistance/waterproof
There are two versions, the original highly water-resistant one and now a waterproof one with a unique construction that keeps stains from absorbing. This, in turn, eliminates concerns about staining and buckling. Be sure to specify the version you want.

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