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Understanding Laminate Floor Pricing Video

Learn how to tell the difference between cheap and quality laminates in this video. Understand why you get what you pay for when purchasing laminate flooring. Discover how the density of laminate corresponds to wearability and why pricing should remain constant.

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Video Overview: Laminate Floor Pricing

  1. Pricing
    • Most laminate flooring products are priced very consistently around $4.00 per square foot. They are similarly priced since they are the same material, as opposed to hardwood which varies in price due to wood species.
    • Laminate flooring may be found at discount stores for $2.00 or less per square foot. These laminates are inexpensive, but will need to be replaced much sooner than more expensive flooring choices.
  1. Quality
    • The pricing variation for laminate is because of the different quality levels. The less expensive pieces have a less dense core and thinner wear layer.
    • Laminate flooring with a thin wear layer is susceptible to scratches and dents. By installing a higher quality of laminate, homeowners can get a beautiful floor is stain, scratch, dent and buckle resistant.

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