For your next floor installation, you’ll have many options to consider. Laminate flooring is a multi-layer material made from pressed wood. This type of flooring encompasses a lot of what homeowners look for. Here are a few of the benefits of choosing this for your home. 

Getting to Know More About Laminate

1. Simple Installation

Laminate flooring is easy to install because your contractor doesn’t have to nail, staple, or glue it to a subfloor. They have click-and-lock or fold-and-lock designs, so the planks attach easily. This allows your contractor to get more planks placed in a short period, saving you on labor costs.

2. Water Resistance

Since water can seep through the seams of the flooring, laminate is not waterproof. The planks are, however, water-resistant. This means you don’t have to panic over spills and pet accidents, simply wipe them up.

You can also seal the flooring to cover the seams, making it harder for liquids to penetrate the boards.

3. Style Options

Laminate is versatile and offers various options. It can reproduce the look of wood, stone, and other natural materials without their maintenance needs. The boards have a consistent appearance, allowing you to create clean styles for your home.

4. Durability

Laminate flooring has a protective layer underneath the patterned surface, so it doesn’t get scratched or dented easily. This flooring is also stain-resistant, and will not fade due to exposure to direct sunlight. This will reduce maintenance needs and keep your floors beautiful for longer.

5. Cost-Effectiveness

With laminate flooring, you can have the look of high-end flooring without paying the price. The materials and the labor are more affordable, allowing you to save money or put more towards other projects. 

For 35 years, residents of the Mat-Su, AK, area have turned to Carpet World of Alaska for their home flooring needs. The business's incredible flooring selection — including hardwood, vinyl, stone, and tile — means there's something for every homeowner's needs and tastes. Visit the flooring pros' website to browse some of their tile and stone options, or call them directly at (907) 745-3737.