Laminate Flooring Guide: Features & Instructions

Laminate is known for its supreme durability, as well as its versatility. Look around and you’ll find laminate that looks just like stone, wood, and other popular flooring types. The key is, laminate requires a fraction of the upkeep that these other flooring types demand, making it a popular option for both home and commercial use. If you’re planning a flooring project, laminate is one option that you’ll want to consider.

Types of Laminate Flooring

If you’re considering laminate flooring for your home or business, you’ll find a wide array of options at Greatmats.

1. Laminate Tiles

   
   Laminate tiles offer a highly durable surface with the added benefit of an easy installation. For example, the TileFlex Floor Tile can be quickly installed without the need for any glue. There are also no special tools required – just align the tiles and click them together to create a secure connection. This snap-together design means you can easily expand the floor if needed, and you also have the option to remove the floor if it becomes necessary in the future.
   
   These tiles also have the benefit of a raised design that lets both water and air flow freely underneath the tile. This promotes faster drying and can help to avoid mold and mildew growth. It makes the tiles suitable for areas where other types of flooring, like carpet, wouldn’t be suitable, especially if the locations are prone to leaks or flooding.
   
   Options like the Vinyl Peel and Stick Slate Floor Tile offer an even simpler installation. The tile’s peel and stick backing tightly adheres to the subfloor, and you can install them on any hard, flat surface. The tiles are a cost-effective solution to commercial grade vinyl, and they’re very resistant to moisture. The highly durable tile surface can withstand significant foot traffic and wear, and with options like light oak parquet, maple plank, walnut plank, and cherry plank, these tiles create a professional finish.
   
   While laminate tiles are available in many highly realistic stone and wood look options, they’re also available in classic designs. The LVT Solid 20 Mil tiles are suitable for commercial and home use, and their black and white colors create an eye-catching pattern once installed. These tiles are equipped with nano-silver antibacterial technology to create a safe, hygienic environment. They’re highly durable and are backed by a 10-year commercial use warranty and a 25-year residential use warranty. They make for a low-maintenance flooring option and feature an easy glue down installation to save you time and installation costs.




2. Laminate Planks

   
   Offering the look of real wood, laminate panels are a lower-cost alternative. You’ll find these panels available in popular wood finishes like oak and pine, and each plank weighs just a few pounds.
   
   Options like the Boulder Pointe Vinyl Plank are made of PVC and UV-cured urethane. Featuring a robust wear layer, this flooring is highly durable awhile also being affordable. These planks don’t require an underlayment layer, simplifying their installation. They’re hygienic, attractive, stain resistant, and resistant to rips, tears, and other common wear. As a result, they’re suitable for both home and commercial installations.

Benefits of Laminate Flooring

Laminate’s biggest benefit is its durability. Some of these products are backed by warranties for 10 or more years, depending on how they’re used. With a heavy-duty wear layer and resistance to scratching and scuffing, laminate is well-suited to the most demanding, high-traffic commercial applications. When installed in your home, it’s an investment that you can enjoy for years to come.

By choosing a laminate flooring that looks like wood or stone, you can get the same aesthetic offered by these flooring types, but in a flooring that’s more affordable and easier to install. Laminate tiles and panels are lightweight, so a single person can handle the entire installation. With many products that can be installed without any adhesive or extra tools, laminate tends to be DIY-friendly. Some laminate tiles can be easily removed as needed, so you don’t have to worry about time-consuming and difficult flooring removals.

Laminate flooring also offers advantages when it comes to cleaning and maintenance. Most flooring can be swept, vacuumed, or mopped, saving you time on your chores. This is particularly beneficial in commercial settings where you’ve hired a professional cleaning team. Your cleaners will save time cleaning laminate floors, which means you’ll save money.
Laminate flooring buyers guide. When you’re ready to buy laminate flooring for your home or business, you’ll find a wide selection of options at Greatmats.

The links in our guide provide additional information on the best options for your project, and they include everything from product recommendations to installation tips. You can also always call the Greatmats customer service team. Our flooring experts are happy to help you narrow down your product choices, determine how much flooring you’ll need, and place your order for your upcoming project.