Laminate Flooring in Longmont, CO
Laminate is the result of fusing a combination of wood-based materials, layered on top of one another in the shape of a plank or tile designed to look and feel like natural wood, stone or ceramic materials. The most common makeup includes four main layers:
- A surface wear layer for protection against most common forms of damage
- A photographic decorative layer featuring a wood or tile design
- A high-density core layer for strength & stability makes up most of the plank
- A bottom backing layer for balance, moisture protection and underlayment
Which is better? Laminate vs. Hardwood
Hardwood has long been sought after for its beauty, durability, and the value it can add to a home. Nowadays, to help with the affordability of home construction and sales, laminate flooring is being substituted for wood’s warm, natural charm. At Bassett Carpets, we offer both options, which we recommend to different customers based on their preferences. Here’s how these two types of flooring stack up against one another:
Hardwood
Made from natural, harvested trees
Scratches, moisture damage and wear are common, but add value & character
Can be refinished many times via sanding out imperfections
Laminate
Made from composite wood materials
Resists scratches, moisture and wear, all while being easy to clean
Up to 50% less expensive to install, snapping together easy for DIY projects
Styles & Features of Laminate
Laminate is an affordable way to get the look of the wood or tile flooring you’ve been dreaming off. At Bassett Carpets you’ll find a variety of plank and tile sizes and styles that look and feel just like natural wood, stone or ceramic tile, which can be installed with or without adhesive.
We offer smooth and hand-scraped wood textures in wide or thin planks, so you can make a unique statement with your new laminate floors!
For more information about the many styles and brands we carry, such as Shaw Floors, visit our Longmont showroom today and chat with a Bassett Carpets flooring expert. We’re proud to serve Longmont and the greater Northern Colorado region with quality, affordable and supreme flooring solutions.
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