Hardwood Flooring

Choosing to have new flooring is a big decision, on that you need to be well informed. Should I go with real wood or laminate? If you are not sure you need to educate your self, find out what the difference is.

 

Laminate floor is made of high density fiberboard core, placed between a melamine laminate backing and a high quality photographic paper. The image can range from wood, stone or any other natural flooring. There are a few hybrid products that replace the photographic paper with a very thin piece of real wood veneer.

 

There are benefits and drawbacks to both hardwood and laminate flooring: hardwood floors can be scratched, but scratches can be repaired. If laminate floors get scratched, it’s not very easy to repair. A hardwood floor can be sanded to remove any imperfections; you can not do this with a laminate floor. One benefit to laminate floors is that they do not fade or turn yellow from sunlight. Most stained wood floors will change color over time. On the other hand wood floors can be restored to their original beauty. Laminate floors never need to be waxed or polished, they also hold up better in a kitchen or bathroom, where hardwood floors do not do well in rooms with a lot of moisture.

 

Ultimately, the decision is yours whether you go with hardwood or laminate flooring; you need to examine what is best for you, your family and for your home. But don't fret, you can always turn to the experts at JP Carpet Cleaning Expert Floor Care if you need help or have any questions at all!