Armstrong Laminate Floors

You live in the 21st Century; a "golden age" of imaging and creative visual reproductions that are stunningly realistic. In an era of High-Definition TV and digital photography, Armstrong's laminate flooring triumphs with realism, beauty and clarity that produce livable works of art for your home. Armstrong laminate flooring delivers the best of both worlds: nature's beauty with out its vulnerability, and at prices that put that beauty within reach. And if that's not enough, you'll rest easy, knowing that the resources tapped in the creation of laminate flooring are skill and imagination.

Armstrong has been providing beautiful long-lasting flooring for over a century. The Armstrong name is known and trusted the world over for consistent quality, innovative designs and incredibly satisfied customers. And, most important to today's shoppers, Armstrong has an exciting array of flooring for every home and every personality, from resilient sheet to laminate, from linoleum to ceramic, and from vinyl tile to hardwood. Let Armstrong help you find the perfect flooring that will turn your ideas into reality.

Armstrong laminate flooring provides an upscale appearance with the characteristics of real wood and stone. It is easy to care for as well as scratch and moisture resistant. Master Works technology enables Armstrong to create the most realistic, clear, and vibrant laminate floor designs. While their patented Arma Lock Laminate Flooring Installation system makes it easy to install without glue - you simply snap the laminate flooring together. Armstrong's Do-it-Yourself Center provides helpful advice for your DIY project including home improvement and installation instructions.

Laminate flooring was inspired by countertop materials, and has been popular in Europe for the past 30 years, They're extremely durable and easy to care for. The clear surface layer protects the pattern underneath and is highly resistant to cigarette burns and scratches. Maintenance is quick and easy, simply sweep or dry-mop as needed. The surface is hygienic, as it doesn't provide a home for the mites or allergens often found in carpets, and is excellent for people with allergies.

Laminate floors are made up of several layers that are then fused together using either DPL (direct pressure laminate) or HPL (or high-pressure laminate). For residential use, DPL is often preferred as it is less expensive and has a gouge-resistance equivalent to HPL (if item is dropped from below counter height). HPL's gouge resistance outdoes DPL if an item is dropped from above counter height, but because of this trait it is also harder to emboss and can sometimes appear less realistic. In the end, deciding between the two is dependent upon your needs in regards to cost, durability and realism.

Armstrong Laminate floor is one of best flooring options in terms of durability, providing quality products with a 15-30 year life expectancy. Its good performance is due to the inner core stability and a tough wear layer, and the aluminum oxide in the laminate's top coat is unsurpassed for wear and stain resistance. Even though laminate stands up well to wear and tear, keep in mind that if it does scratch, it can't be resurfaced like hardwood can. However, scratches can be concealed using special pencils made by Armstrong, and chips, gouges and deep scratches can be concealed using filler sticks. If an area of the floor does become severely damaged, replacement can be a tricky job that's best left to an installation professional.