The benefits of laminate flooring

Looking to renovate your floor with an easy to maintain, aesthetically pleasing and reasonably priced surface? Laminate flooring is the go-to option for many homeowners who want the look of a hardwood surface at a lower cost.

When deciding on what type of floor surface to choose, many homeowners are confused about the differences between hardwood and laminate flooring.

• Essentially, laminate flooring is a type of synthetic material that simulates the look of hardwood.
• It just happens to be cheaper and easier to install.

• Laminate flooring is typically cheaper because it’s not real wood.
• Installation is also simpler due to the convenient nature of it.
• Laminate comes in a singular four-foot size, which makes floor installation a breeze.
• Hardwood comes in planks of eight to 10 feet and must be altered more according to the dimensions of a floor. This makes it more complicated and costly to install.

The packaging of laminate flooring can be additionally cheaper because many homeowners opt to do it themselves.

• Laminate provides the option of convenient installation.
• Homeowners can purchase the laminate that allows snapping individual pieces together without glue.
• This means saving money on hired hands and a fun and easy D.I.Y project.

One considerable benefit to laminate flooring is how easily it can be maintained.

• All it requires is consistent sweeping, mopping and wiping to maintain its quality.
• Hardwood on the other hand, requires special cleaners and more regular cleaning to maintain its finish.

Though it has many benefits, laminate is not without drawbacks.

• Laminate is difficult to repair because it cannot be sanded and finished.
• When trying to replace a piece of laminate, homeowners will find it difficult to match pieces due to the wear and tear from sunlight and artificial light exposure on the rest of the surface floor.
• On the other hand, if this was hardwood, the floor could be easily matched by sanding, staining and refinishing the entire surface.
• However, for a fraction of the cost, it’s a welcome trade-off for homeowners who are really looking to save money on renovations.