The Basics of Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring is a multi-layered product fused together.
Laminate flooring is rather simple to install because no glue or nails are needed. The product floats above the subfloor which allows it to expand and contract to the temperature in your home. Since it is a “printed decoration” there is endless designs and colors available.
Laminate flooring is rising in popularity because the color palettes and simplicity of the installation makes it a homeowners dream!
Commonly Used Jargon:
- Overlay- a transparent layer that is very resistant to animals, chairs, scratches, etc.
- Printed Decoration- picture design
- High-density fiberboard- HDF offers stability and durability to the laminate layers
- Counterbalance- the bottom layer that keeps the boards stable
Laminate Flooring Color Palettes
Chamois Oak – 60903
Washed Oak – 60909
Burley Oak – 60040
Silver Ash – 60624
Sandstorm Oak – 60796
Sumi Oak – 60904
Ipanema Oak – 60902
Clouded Oak – 60900
Sunset Oak – 60797
White Oiled Oak – 60619
Avenue Oak – 60584
Natural Varnished Oak – 60583
Superior Oak – 60581
Bleached Oak – 60491
Select Walnut – 60544
Refined Oak – 60542
Barn Oak – 60328
Château Oak – 60316