Laminate Flooring Pros & Cons

Laminate flooring is much easier to install than hardwood flooring. The pieces are uniform, may lock in together and are simple to glue to your flooring surface. Unlike actual wood, there won’t be imperfect or flawed pieces that need to be thrown out.

Past that, laminate flooring is easy to maintain. Just clean it up with your standard vacuuming or mopping routine, and you’ll be fine. Because of laminate’s tough top layer, it won’t be easily blemished- unlike hardwood, which can be irrevocably scratched or dented.

The main selling point for laminate flooring is that it’s much more affordable than traditional hardwood. Despite the cost differential, it’s still a serious investment in your home for all of the above reasons. You’ll get the look of wood floors without the financial burden or the hassle of installation.

Sure, it looks like wood- but laminate flooring is not actual hardwood flooring, and potential home buyers will be able to tell. This might be a sticking point for some people who desire classic hardwood, though others might not really care.

Generally, though, real wood will bring in a higher resale value than laminate flooring. If you’re looking to boost the value of your home, hardwood might be a better bet.

Hardwood floors, if they’ve been damaged, can be sanded or refinished. They’re easier to damage, but they’re also easier to fix.

Laminate flooring, on the other hand, must be replaced in order to undo damage. After all, laminate is essentially just a high-quality photograph of real wood. It’s much harder to scratch laminate flooring, but it can happen.

Whatever material you decide on, FGC Superstore can help. We’re San Antonio’s destination for quality flooring! Call today or stop by our showroom to see for yourself.