Laminate Manufacturers
Laminate can be a great alternative to hardwood floors. Please see the list below of manufacturers.
Shaw - Shaw has many options to choose from for your new laminate floor. Shaw has a program called Floorvana where you can upload a picture of the room you would like to redo. Once uploaded, you can see their floor in your room before you buy.
Mohawk - Mohawk has plenty of styles to pick your laminate floor.
Pros of Laminate
- Laminate is a cost effective alternative to hardwood flooring
- Laminate is much harder to scratch than hardwood or vinyl.
- Laminate is easy to clean and maintain.
- Laminate is a great DIY option.
Cons of Laminate
- Laminate is very hard underfoot.
- Laminate is very unstable when it comes to moisture. Although they are now coming out with water resistant options.
- Laminate cannot be refinished.
- Laminate will not increase the value of your home.