Laminate Performance Advantages
The world waited a long time for laminate flooring and now that it is here, homeowners are finding it has many important performance advantages over other types of flooring:
Wood
One of many laminate flooring materials available from Metro Flooring.
- Can be easily damaged by sunlight
- Susceptible to scratches, burns, dents
- Swells, warps and spots with prolonged water exposure
- Requires routine waxing and/or finishing
Vinyl Tile
- Can be easily damaged in high traffic areas
- Some choices require regular waxing and buffing
- Yellows and discolors with age
- Limited range of designs and colors
Carpet
- Signs of wear and traffic patterns become visible over time
- Retains odors, mold, mildew and other allergens
- Difficult to clean, easily stained
Ceramic
- Costly, labor intensive installation
- Difficult and expensive to repair/remove
- Grout is easily stained, requires regular maintenance
- Hard, unforgiving surface increases injury risks
Sheet Vinyl
- Yellows, dents, curls and tears
- Easily stained and scratched
- Requires careful subfloor preparation
- Even minor subfloor imperfections telescope through to surface
- Limited design options
