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BY TC LOVETT
For Great Looks in Laminate ...
Four things you need to know
Laminate keeps turning up in more places . Want to know why ? And want to know how to decorate with this exciting flooring category ?
WHAT MAKES LAMINATE SO APPEALING ?
Laminate allows you to get the look and feel of rare , exotic wood or expensive stone at a fraction of the cost with none of the drawbacks of natural materials . Laminate ’ s uncanny ability to deliver the look of wood , stone , brick and ceramic tile is made possible by highly detailed photography of the original . Be sure to ask which manufacturer has the most compelling and realistic looking laminates on the market .
HOW TOUGH IS LAMINATE ?
Laminate flooring is extremely durable and , in fact , is much less apt to scratch than wood . ( Unlike hardwood flooring , laminate is designed so as not to need refinishing or recoating . And badly damaged pieces are easy to replace .)
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