{"id":4062,"date":"2017-11-23T10:30:43","date_gmt":"2017-11-23T10:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/?p=4062"},"modified":"2017-11-22T20:43:40","modified_gmt":"2017-11-22T20:43:40","slug":"can-laminate-flooring-perform-hardwood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/can-laminate-flooring-perform-hardwood\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Laminate Flooring Out Perform Hardwood?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The question as to whether or not laminate flooring is better than hardwood flooring<\/em> is difficult to say. The answer is actually, yes and no.<\/p>\n

It really depends on your lifestyle, budget, and your home type. There are pros and cons to both, so you will need to evaluate both to determine which is best for you.<\/p>\n

Hardwood and laminate will definitely increase the value of your home.<\/p>\n

Should I get Hardwood or Laminate?<\/h2>\n

In regards to price, hardwood flooring is far more expensive than laminate\u00a0floors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Hardwood is made from exotic trees that can vary wildly in price. The materials for expensive wood floors<\/a>, like natural hardwood, as well as the installation, can be quite high.<\/p>\n

Laminate is made from wood that is pressed together at a high temperature. The hardwood image is then placed over top to create a laminate. It is cheap, easy to install, and a much better option if you are on a budget.<\/p>\n

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Homeowners want a durable surface, especially in high-traffic areas. Although hardwoods bring beauty and value to the home, it is also susceptible to scratching and shows signs of wear if exposed to moisture.<\/p>\n

A new laminate floor<\/a> is far more durable. It’s easy to clean and resists scratches and moisture. The only drawback\u00a0is that it’s not as appealing visually as hardwood, and if it is low quality, it can look a bit fake.<\/p>\n

\"installUnfortunately, there will be a time when your floor needs repairing. This is a category where hardwood flooring<\/a> definitely has the advantage.<\/p>\n

Hardwood floors can have imperfections sanded out by machine or manually with sandpaper. Laminate flooring isn’t able to repair so easily. You may be able to find pieces to replace the damaged laminate with, but with it not being “authentic” wood, it may not match correctly.<\/p>\n

Regardless of which type of flooring you use, it will give your house more appeal. Look at the pros and cons of both and make your own decision which will benefit you. There are many things that you may need to consider such as:<\/p>\n