Wood flooring is the top choice of many homeowners and designers because of its naturally luxurious appearance, timelessness, and warmth. Homeowners who want the features of a hardwood floor have lots of options to choose from. Aside from solid hardwood or bamboo planks, they can also pick from a wide variety of laminates. Original hardwood can be found in many older traditional homes. If you want your home to get the same look without the high price point, you can opt for laminate. However, there are ways in which real hardwood and laminate differ.
Real hardwood flooring are solid hardwood milled into floor boards while laminate flooring is engineered from less expensive materials and then coated with real or simulated hardwood. They could also be milled exactly like solid hardwood boards. You can find many choices of laminate flooring when consulting with one of our flooring experts.
The species of wood used to make the hardwood flooring determines its durability. Whether it is a real hardwood or laminate, in order for it to resist damage and last for years, it should have a hard surface. However, when they are already worn out, laminate flooring becomes less attractive than real hardwood. They have super thin veneers so you can only refinish them once when they already look unappealing. After that, you need to replace them.
Because laminate flooring materials are engineered products, they are less likely to warp and are also easier to nail together. They are also easier to install because they do not need to be sanded and finished. You will be needing less effort, expertise, and tools for laminate floor installation. Meanwhile, hardwood floor installation could be challenging even to the most experienced DIY enthusiasts and depending on the type of hardwood flooring, you will likely need a lot of tools.
Solid hardwood floors can be expensive, especially if they are made from exotic species of wood. This is mainly because of the trade regulations put in place to protect the forests in some way. Laminate flooring materials were actually made in response to the growing need for less expensive materials.
At ABF Remodeling, you are given the most extensive collection of flooring materials available. When you visit us you will find the largest selection of wood flooring, stone tile, and carpeting. Call today for a free estimate 281-855-3400 or fill out our contact form.
