Laminate flooring is designed to handle everyday wear without showing it. It works well in kitchens, hallways and bedrooms where foot traffic is consistent and the floor needs to stay looking clean with minimal upkeep.
Laminate is built in layers, starting with a dense core that provides strength and stability. The top layer is designed to resist scratches, scuffs and fading, helping the surface hold up over time. Many styles are made to look like real wood, with a range of colours and textures available to suit different spaces. Click-lock systems allow for straightforward installation, and options vary in thickness and durability ratings depending on how much use the area will see.
Built to stand up to real life — and look good doing it.
Pet-friendly, family-tough, and stunningly realistic visuals throughout.
A durable, easy-to-maintain and affordable flooring choice with beautiful, realistic wood and tile visuals.
Ideal Rooms
Entryways, mudrooms, family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, bathrooms (water-resistant laminate) and basements (with proper underlayment).
Benefits
- Easy to maintain – Sweep, dust or vacuum regularly with the hard-floor attachment (not the beater bar) to prevent dirt and grit from scratching or dulling the finish.
- Budget-friendly – Mimics hardwood and tile flooring without the financial investment.
- Pet-friendly – An excellent choice for homes with pets — laminate stands up to life's everyday demands.
Considerations
- It's not hardwood – There's a wood-chip base layer in laminate, but it's not solid hardwood.
- Cannot be refinished – If a laminate floor is scratched or worn, it cannot be re-sanded or refinished like hardwood.
- Lower resale value – A hardwood floor typically provides better resale value.
Four layers of value.
Realistic visuals.
Today's laminate floors are produced with photographic images of wood, stone or tile. This makes it nearly impossible to tell that it's laminate.
Wear layer
The top layer that protects the floor from stains and fading.
Pattern layer
Holds the photographic image — wood, stone or tile.
Substrate layer
Medium- or high-density fibreboard makes up the water-resistant substrate.
Backing layer
The moisture barrier that protects the floor from warping.
Tips to think about.
Pre-work.
Depending on the existing floor covering, there could be an additional expense if removal of your old flooring is required. Depending on the condition of your sub-floor, additional work may also be needed.
Underlay
A good underlay must be used when installing laminate. It soundproofs the floor, protects from moisture and adds warmth.
Temperature and humidity
Laminate retains and releases moisture. Maintain relative humidity in your home — a hygrometer helps monitor levels so your floors aren't affected negatively.
Extra materials
A waste factor of 5–15% is typical when calculating waste for your job. We'll leave the leftover material with you for future repairs — keep it in a flat, dry area. Leftover material is not returnable.
Accent wall
Laminate can be installed on walls to create a stunning accent wall. Ask about styles approved for wall installations.
Installed By Us.
You'll receive your Nufloors pre-installation guide when you make a purchase in-store.
Paint
If you are planning to paint, wallpaper or do any other remodeling in the room, try to do this before your flooring is installed. Keep extra paint to allow for post-installation touchups.
Move Furniture
Who is moving the furniture? Plan this in advance. Ensure to remove all fragile items from the room.
Remove Your Existing Floor
Make sure you know who is removing your existing flooring. Speak with Nufloors about this.
Check Door Clearances
Measure door clearances before you have your new flooring installed. If the new flooring is thicker than your existing floor, your door bottoms may rub. Plan in advance to have someone shave or saw each door so it does not drag.
Frequently asked questions.
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