Laminate flooring
is type of flooring made of a laminate material. Laminate flooring is
made to look like natural products such as wood flooring or natural
stone, yet is made up of either synthetic materials (usually melamine
resin) or of synthetic materials combined with natural and recycled
ingredients and covered with an attached decorative applique including
an aluminum oxide finish.
It has a dense inner core and a
glued-on layer or fused layers of outer material. Many types of laminate
flooring simulate wood, but some look like marble or granite. A popular
alternative to other hard surface products, high-quality laminate
flooring resists staining, wear, and fading much better than wood and
natural stone while providing unique looks and appeal. It is durable
(about 20 times stronger than a kitchen countertop) and is
water-resistant, offering use in bathrooms and kitchens in addition to
high traffic areas. Unlike most hardwoods, laminates are quite
dent-resistant.
Laminate flooring is a tongue and groove
inter-locking flooring system. It is not a new product and has been
popular in Europe for over 30 years. Recently it has become a very
popular flooring solution in the United States, and is currently one of
the fastest growing flooring categories.
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