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Laminate Flooring

One of the most commonly used types of flooring is laminate flooring. This type of flooring combines high density fiberboard with a finish of resin-coated cellulose. Laminate flooring probably offers the greatest variety of colors and designs of any flooring. It is often made to look like solid wood, stone, or ceramic flooring. This flooring is known for being relatively easy to install. Laminate flooring is known as a 'floating floor' because the tiles are connected to one another but are not connected to the substrate beneath them. There are two different methods for installing laminate flooring. There is the tongue and groove method that requires the pieces to be clamped and glued. The other newer option is glueless.

One of the benefits of laminate flooring is that it requires very little maintenance. It can be vacuumed or swept as well as damp mopped. Excessive water should not be used on this flooring and spills should be cleaned up quickly to prevent damage. This type of flooring can be stained. Tough stains can usually be removed with acetone or nail polish. Minor scratches can be removed with a laminate floor repair paste. If part of the flooring becomes damaged, it can be removed and replaced.

Laminate is a relatively inexpensive type of flooring. It is usually cheaper than wood floors and is even cheaper than some kinds of carpet. The quality and kind of laminate flooring will of course affect the cost. Overall this is one of the better flooring options if one is working with a limited budget. Laminate flooring is inexpensive, comes in a variety of designs, and is easy to maintain.