Laminate flooring was invented in the late ‘70s by Swedish flooring company Perstorp, but it wasn’t widely introduced to the European market until 1984. And it wasn’t available in the U.S ...

What Is Laminate Flooring? Laminate flooring consists of four layers bonded together to produce planks that are generally 3/8- to 1/2-in. thick, 3- to 5-in. wide and 36- to 72-in. long.

Laminate flooring can resemble almost anything: stone, tile, or wood. That’s because it’s composed of a photograph sandwiched between a dense fiberboard base and a clear plastic protective top ...

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NatureSense Herringbone – The stylish classic This flooring offers a timeless and elegant solution for lovers of vintage and traditional aesthetics that isn’t expensive. Perfect for those who ...

Hardwood is potentially a much longer-lasting flooring material than laminate. Properly cared for, hardwood can last indefinitely, and even if it becomes worn or damaged, it can often be ...

Laminate wood flooring is the easiest route to getting the look, but make sure you stump up for as best quality as you can, with life-like knots and grains like you would find in genuine timber ...