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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.

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...

Noise control with laminate in upstairs bedrooms and lofts

Understanding laminate AC ratings and what they mean at home

Eco-conscious laminate choices for Lynnwood condo owners

How to choose laminate floors that boost resale value

What are my installation options for laminate flooring?

When you choose laminate flooring, a flooring installation service is a necessity to finalize your flooring process and set everything in place perfectly. There are plenty of installation options available to you that can work together with...

What is a floating floor installation?

There are many different types of flooring installation services, as various materials require other installation techniques for the perfect fit. If you're considering certain types of hard surface flooring, you may have heard about a...

What’s a budget-friendly flooring installation?

If you want truly budget-friendly floors, look no further than luxury vinyl or laminate. The two are stylish, being realistic mimics of wood, tile, or stone; in fact, some do sometimes have trouble telling the difference from the real...