FAQs

There are several attractive benefits including:

• Scratch resistance: Can stand up against high-traffic environments, especially for homeowners with young children and pets.
• DIY installation: Interlocking plank design allows the flooring to “float” above the subfloor without adhesives, nails, or tape.
• Easy to clean: Maintenance is minimal.
• Realistic feel: Mimics real wood grains and looks for the most realistic experience underfoot. With laminate’s HDF core, it holds heat and “walks” like traditional wood flooring.

Laminate and vinyl flooring are reliable options for your home. They are close cousins and provide equally easy installation, competitive pricing, and similar wood looks.

One main difference with vinyl is that it’s made of 100% synthetic material and has a PVC or SPC core. This is more suitable for high-moisture areas.

Additionally, the range of vinyl thickness is more extensive than what laminate can offer.

Many laminate floors are waterproof! You can choose from various water-resistant and waterproof options. Waterproof laminate flooring does not allow moisture to penetrate, no matter how much time has passed. Water-resistant laminate is highly resistant to moisture and can soak in liquids eventually if left unattended.

Depending on where you install your floors, 100% waterproof laminate flooring can provide the most resistance to damage in moisture-prone areas of the home. Additionally, cleanup is simple as liquids stay on top of the surface. 

Benefits of Waterproof Laminate Floors:

• Waterproof core is less susceptible to swelling and lifting from the subfloor.
• Has a water-repellent seal that prevents moisture from reaching the core of the floor.
• Some waterproof laminate plank floors that have beveled edges can help keep moisture from the cracks between planks.

Most laminate floors come backed with an extensive warranty ranging from 5 years to a lifetime guarantee. With the right care, your laminate floors can look beautiful in your home for years.

When shopping, compare the AC ratings of the laminate you’re interested in. Floors with a higher AC rating of 4 or 5 are commercially rated and are made to withstand tougher conditions for more extended periods of up to 20-30 years.

No. Your laminate flooring comes with a wear layer that protects against stains and scratches. If you add additional sealant to your laminate floors, you could damage the floors and potentially make it slippery to walk on. Check with the manufacturer for individual product recommendations.

Laminate flooring is great for high-traffic areas and durable. Scrapes and damage are inevitable after years of use. Below are some quick DIY fixes.

Use touch-up markers. They are perfect for very fine, superficial scratches. Touch-up markers are also a quick and cost-effective way to clean up the small areas of your floors without fully repairing them

For deeper scratches and dents, we recommend you use wood wax. Check with the manufacturer for wax filler sticks that can match the exact color of your laminate flooring. You can fill in the scratches quickly by melting the wax and applying it to sections of your laminate floor.

Colored putty kits work great to fill deep imperfections. This requires buffing the area and precision to apply the putty evenly. Be sure to check with the manufacturer regarding kit availability.

If the damage to your laminate floors is too extensive, you can replace individual planks with an entirely new finish. Removing laminate sections can be tough. Consult with an expert for advice before doing so.