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I was thinking about taking carpet out of my livingroom and putting down laminate floors. I would appreciate any advice or information you have about laminate floors. I was going to use Pergo, is that a good choice? Are laminate floors sturdy? I know hardwoods are better but alittle out of my budget right now. Any information would be appreciated.
If you are doing the work yourself laminate will be less expensive, although I don't know that Pergo itself is that much less. If you are having the work contracted out, don't assume hardwood is more. I would price both out before you decide.
There are down sides to laminate. If you have kids and they are allowed with drinks in the area, it's not a good idea. Laminate does not work with any liquids. Kitchens and bathrooms are a major no-no for laminate. If you have any medium to large dogs, it won't last long as their nails will scratch it. I won't install it anymore as it's more headache than it's worth. But it can be a beautiful floor for a retired couple with no kids or pets.
our laminate in kitchen/dining area has held up great with 2 retrievers, no scratching/plenty of spilling over 9 years. Quality probably has alot to do with it; we just got lucky when we put down Shaw. The only problem is we can't say "we have hardwood"
There are down sides to laminate. If you have kids and they are allowed with drinks in the area, it's not a good idea. Laminate does not work with any liquids. Kitchens and bathrooms are a major no-no for laminate. If you have any medium to large dogs, it won't last long as their nails will scratch it. I won't install it anymore as it's more headache than it's worth. But it can be a beautiful floor for a retired couple with no kids or pets.
I believe that laminate flooring cannot be laid below grade, although that may have changed in the last few years. I had Pergo in a kitchen for almost 15 years, and also in the laundry. It was fine. When we had a leak in the laundry room, insurance paid to get it replaced. My old Pergo looked good until about a year ago. If you really looked at the floor you could see wear. It was the easiest floor in the world to clean. The good stuff should last longer than than now, and I'd use it in the kitchen with no fear. My Pergo did get minor scratches over time.
If I had to choose between really good laminate and good engineered wood, I'd probably choose laminate.
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mine is holding up just fine with 3 animals housebound. Love the laminate!!!!
