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What Are Fake Wood Floors Called? Laminate, LVP and More

Fake wood floors are laminate, luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and wood-look tile; engineered hardwood is real wood. Compare names, rooms, pets and installed costs.

How Long Does Laminate Flooring Last?

Laminate flooring usually lasts 15 to 25 years. See what puts a floor at each end, the signs it's done, repair vs replace, care tips and cost per year.

How Long Does It Take to Install Laminate Flooring?

Laminate takes about half a day per bedroom and two days for a 500 sq ft main floor. See the full calendar, what adds time, and national install costs.

Can You Put Hardwood Floors In a Kitchen?

Yes, hardwood works in a kitchen. Which species and finish hold up, what water-resistant really means, cabinets and dishwashers, leak steps and costs.

Can you install luxury vinyl over hardwood?

Yes, vinyl is flexible enough to be placed over most anything, including hardwood, but you will need to be mindful of special requirements. Luxury vinyl, especially plank, needs a smooth surface, so the installer may need to sand it to level...

Can hardwood flooring be installed over particle board?

As highly sought after as hardwood flooring is, it only makes sense to ensure the perfect installation service. One of our most-asked questions is whether hardwood can be installed over particle board, and we want to address that in today’s...

Can You Sand or Refinish Laminate Flooring?

Laminate flooring can't be sanded or refinished, because the wood look is a printed image sealed under a thin wear layer over a fiberboard core, not solid wood. This guide explains why, shows how laminate differs from engineered and solid...

How to Clean Hardwood Floors Without Ruining the Finish

Cleaning a hardwood floor safely comes down to two things: matching the method to the floor's finish, and keeping the wrong products off it. This guide covers the daily dry-clean routine, what actually ruins a finish, and how Everett's wet...

Choosing hardwood for allergy-friendly homes in Everett

Planning a phased laminate upgrade across your whole home