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Selecting and Purchasing
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Laminate flooring products have been popular in Europe for the past 20 to 30 years. Only now are they making a major impact in North America.

Laminate Flooring is simply a multi-layered; wood based floating floor system offering durability, a wide range of desige options, easy maintenance and affordability.



Selecting and Purchasing Carpet

What is Laminate Flooring?
Technology has transformed the way we make flooring out of the essentially the same materials as have been used in counter tops.
Applications of Laminate Flooring
One of the best features of Laminate flooring is its versatility. Its beauty and durability makes laminate flooring suitable for any room, such as a high traffic kitchen or even a spare bedroom.

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Installing Carpet

Installing Overview
Laminates are a "Floating Floor". That means that the planks or tiles are fastened to each other, but in no way fastened to the substrate.
Laminate Installation
Each laminate manufacturer has specific installation instructions. The success of your laminate floor depends on following these guidelines.

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Carpet Care and Cleaning

Manufacturers' Recommended Care & Cleaning Products
The Internet's largest retailer of manufacturer’s recommended floor care products. Everything you need to clean, renew, protect and beautify your hardwood, stone, tile, laminate or vinyl flooring is located right here.
Care and Maintenance
Since the inception of laminate flooring, ease of maintenance has been one of its largest assets.

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Related Carpet Articles

The History & Future of Laminate Floors
Although the history of laminate flooring is quite short in North America, Europeans have been enjoying its features and benefits for several decades.

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Carpet Special Features

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The Internet's largest retailer of manufacturer’s recommended floor care products. Everything you need to clean, renew, protect and beautify your hardwood, stone, tile, laminate or vinyl flooring is located right here.

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