After three decades in the flooring industry, you don’t guess, you just know. Trends come and go, products improve and homeowners understand what holds up and what doesn’t. At Carpet To Go Flooring, we know what lasts and the product that keeps coming up in our recommendations is laminate flooring.
Surprised? You aren’t alone. Laminate floors have built up a bad reputation over the years, but that’s built on a stereotype of the past. Let’s clear up some misconceptions.
What Today’s Laminate Actually Looks Like
First off, laminate isn’t what it was back in the 90s. Back then, it was a product that bubbled at the seams, peeled at the edges or looked fake. Modern laminate is realistic, scratch-resistant and tolerates moisture better than its predecessors.
However, it’s not hardwood and we don’t pretend it is. Hardwood is tough to beat. Between its warmth, character and prestige, homeowners will choose real hardwood almost every time. Despite this, there are trade-offs that laminate doesn’t have.
The Scratch Resistance Factor
Moving furniture often leaves a long gouge in your floor. When the dog camps out by the backdoor all day, eventually, the finish wears out. Having beautiful hardwood floors can often feel like walking eggshells, even years later.
Laminate is changing the game, it can take a hit or two. These durable flooring products stand up to scratches with ease. So if your home has kids, pets or a lot of foot traffic in general, scratch resistance is essential.
The Education Gap
When homeowners walk into Carpet To Go Flooring, they are quick to write off laminate, but they really shouldn’t. This can happen for a variety of reasons. The most common? Many customers had a bad experience in the past with dated products or improper installation.
The flooring industry is a whole new game. Laminate is more budget friendly, durable, looks better and resists moisture. Our job is to bridge the gap. We help customers see what product is today, not what it was last time they installed it.
If that’s you, our team is more than happy to show what’s new.
Is Laminate Right for Your Home?
Laminate is great. Here are some of the biggest advantages:
- Realistic wood look without the maintenance
- Superior scratch resistance for active households
- A durable, long-lasting floor at an accessible price point
- Better moisture tolerance than hardwood
It’s not the right fit for everyone and at Carpet To Go Flooring, we get that. You won’t find us pushing a product that doesn’t fit your budget or lifestyle. We ask the right questions, get to know your space and your household and help you choose something you’ll be happy with for years to come.
Ready to discover what laminate flooring can do for you? Visit one of our showroom in the following locations:
Flooring Showroom in Winston-Salem
Mooresville Flooring Warehouse
or contact us to schedule an in-home consultation today!
