Laminate Flooring

Enhance Your Home Décor with Cost-Effective Laminate Flooring

Laminate plank flooring offers several unique benefits to homeowners. It comes in a wide variety of styles and textures that can mimic the appearance the hardwood, tile, stone, and other materials. Laminate flooring is also less expensive than many other types of flooring, and the tongue-in-groove assembly makes for easy DIY installation vs. paying a contractor. This ‘floating floor’ design allows for easy replacement of any damaged floorboards. That said, laminate floors are extremely durable and can hold up well to dents, scratches, fading, and stains.

Laminate flooring is also easy to maintain, as weekly vacuuming or sweeping will keep it looking great. For spills or a deeper cleaning you can use a laminate floor cleaner or a mild solution of vinegar and water. Water-resistant laminate flooring has a top surface that is resistant to water. It can withstand spills, but they should be wiped away quickly, and cleaning should be done with a damp vs. saturated floor mop. Waterproof laminate flooring has far greater water and moisture resistance and is ideal for use in bathrooms.

FAQ

What is laminate flooring?

Laminate flooring is a multi-layer flooring material made out of wood fibre that is specially designed to mimic the appearance of natural materials. It is generally comprised of three layers. At bottom is a base layer of plywood or high-density fibreboard that provides strength and stability. In the middle is the image layer that can replicate the look of wood, stone, or even metal. On top is a tough, transparent wear layer that protects against spills, scuffs, scratches etc.

How do you clean laminate flooring?

Laminate flooring is generally pretty low maintenance, but it does need some occasional care and attention. Here’s some tips to help keep your laminate floor looking as great as the day it was installed:

To avoid leaving a filmy residue, use a laminate-specific cleaner or a DIY solution of one teaspoon of dish soap with a gallon of hot water
You don’t have to use the whole gallon: even water-resistant laminate can have scuffs or scratches where pooling water can seep in
If your floor develops a waxy buildup try a solution of one part vinegar and 10 parts water
Clean up any spills immediately with a soft sponge
Mop your floor every few months with a microfibre mop
Use a soft bristle broom for sweeping
Never use wax, polish, or oil-based cleaners
Use furniture pads under table and chair legs to prevent scuffs
Use a doormat to trap dirt from footwear that can scratch your floor

Can I sand laminate flooring?

No! Laminate flooring is different than hardwood flooring. The laminate is comprised of multiple layers, and only the top layer has the colour of your floor. Sanding it will expose a different layer/colour underneath and ruin the look of your floor.

Do I need underlayment for laminate flooring on plywood?

Yes. However, in most cases you don’t need an underlay with a vapour barrier as with a concrete floor. Wood needs to breathe and a vapour barrier could trap moisture and promote warping or mould growth. Exceptions would be high-moisture areas like bathrooms and basements. For anywhere else in your home use a breathable foam underlay.

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