Hardwood floors are always an excellent choice if you can invest money in their installation and time in their upkeep. If however your budget doesn't allow for a pure hard wood floor, consider a laminated floor. It's cheaper than oak, cherry or maple and looks close enough to the real thing. Plus, it requires very little maintenance. It's resistant to scratches, and dents, and will not fade over the years. It's a less expensive and less maintenance heavy option. Laminated flooring is sturdy in low to moderate traffic areas and are resistance to scratches, dents and stains. This ease of maintenance and low cost makes laminated wood floors a terrific option.
A laminated floor can come with thickness of the core varying from 6 mm to 12 mm. A thicker core is always preferable especially if you have a high traffic home or office. A thicker core will also make the floor resistant to swelling due to excess moisture, and will prevent buckling and bending out of shape of the floor. A thicker core also ensures that your floor sounds like hardwood when you walk on it. Laminated floors can be safely used in a kitchens and bathrooms, provided you take into account usability, traffic and core thickness of the floor. A laminated wood floor will give you the looks that you desire without the price tag attached. making it the perfect choice for homeowners who intend to sell their homes.
A laminated floor is the right choice if you're looking for wood's desirable looks with the not-so-desirable price tag. Plus they're easy to clean and maintain, saving you more expenses in the long run. To get connected to a laminated flooring contractor in Portland, simply fill out the form and up to four of the most reputed laminated floor contractors in Portland will contact you with free estimates for your project. You could be enjoying your laminated wood floors in just a few weeks from now!
We are moving into this home on May 21st - we would like to get an estimate on refinishing all floors in the upstairs. There are 4 bedrooms, 2 walk in closets, several small closets and a hallway - all about 775 sq ft There is currently carpet in all the areas except one bedroom which has a finished floor. I have pulled up the carpet and floors look good underneath. I would like to have the whole area refinished.
Ralph W
I am interested in laminate bamboo flooring for my medical office. I am looking for light colors and durable flooring at the lowest price.
Deval P