Laminate Flooring Benefits You May Not Realize

If you are considering installing laminate flooring, chances are you are doing so because it looks so great. You probably know that this type of floor will improve the look of your home and even increase property value if you are planning to sell sometime in the near future, because people really like the look of this floor. But besides these obvious benefits, this type of floor carries others that you may not be aware of.

First, laminate flooring is a very durable option for your floors. Unlike carpet, which can easily stain and shows wear and tear in just a little while after installation, this type of floor can hold up under normal use much better. It is also more durable than wood floor materials. Hardwoods are very susceptible to UV light and fading, and will need to be refinished regularly. This is not true with laminates. Laminates are 15 times stronger than hardwoods, resist UV fading, and often come with a long 10 to 15 year warranty. 

In addition to being very durable, laminate flooring can also be quite a bit more affordable than other options. It is significantly amore affordable than hardwoods, while providing a very similar look. It can be more affordable than a high quality carpet as well, particularly if you install it yourself. Professional installation adds to the cost, and the great thing about this product is that the average do it yourselfer can handle the task, provided he has the right tools and enough time, because of the simplicity of installing this type of floor.

And that leads to the third major benefit – the ease of installation. If you choose to hire professionals, then the installation costs may be lower because it is simple, but you can also choose to handle the project on your own. You will be left with beautiful floors and the great feeling that comes from doing a job well on your own. Just make sure you find a good guide for installing them and have the right tools before you start the job. 

In addition, installation takes less time with laminate flooring than it would with hardwoods. This is because the boards are wider than real wood, allowing the installer to cover more space at a time. This also adds to the durability in high traffic areas, because there are fewer seams to pull and warp. Installation is also easier because many systems are glueless, which means you do not have to worry about cleaning the excess after you install the boards. These new systems simply snap into place with special grooves that fit one with the other. 

If you are considering installing laminate flooring, you could be making a very wise decision for your home. Remember, doing so will improve your property value, give you a durable floor system, and help you modernize your home. There really are few downsides, so if the time is coming to update your floors, take the opportunity to look at laminates.