"The best laminates typically lasted twice as long as solid-wood flooring before their surface began showing wear.
Plastic laminates are the fastest-growing alternatives to wood. Easy click-and-lay-it installation, called floating, is also a plus for those who want to sidestep the strip-by-strip nailing needed for solid wood. Laminates are absolutely the b est for toughness, a variety of styles, and relatively easy installation. So spending big on flooring need not be a priority.
Sturdy laminate look better than ever and won't break the bank. Remember that you can almost always replace and upgrade the flooring down the road without destroying the rest of the kitchen.
Laminate floors are incredibly durable and resistant to household stains, sunlight fading, and wear-through caused from normal household traffic.
This makes these floors ideal for active areas in a home. Plus, with the glue less installation systems you are able to walk on your floor immediately after installation is complete
Save with laminate flooring. It's easy on your wallet and wears well, which is very important in high traffic areas. "
Consumer Reports, August 2006
Simply the best
 Global Floor is durable, environmentally friendly, and moisture resistant. High-pressure laminate uses a two-step manufacturing process. First, the decor layer, protective film, and core materials are joined using heat and pressure. These layers are then adhered to a high-density fiberboard backing piece.
The type of traffic a floor will be subjected to is a main factor to consider when choosing a flooring material. Outstanding durability is laminate flooring's biggest asset. Because of the high-density backing board, laminates are resistant to gouges and punctures. Stains and scuffs have a hard time penetrating the high-pressure laminate coating. Sliding chairs and dropped pots and pans that will quickly add "character" to wood floors have little affect on laminates.
Global Floor can be installed over many existing floors, including wood, tile, vinyl, and linoleum. Most laminate flooring systems are floating, which means they do not fasten directly to the plywood sub floor (or existing flooring material) with nails or glue.
Unique design mimics the natural randomness of genuine wood, eliminating the block look of a traditional laminate floor. Its wide-plank design, Self-Alignment System and available thick underlayment assures quick, easy installation and aids in noise reduction.
Routine Care
 Vacuum, use a dust mop or wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use soap-based detergents or "mop and shine" products, as these may leave a dull film on your floor.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or scouring powder, which can scratch your floor. And in very sandy areas or at the beach, sweep or vacuum regularly. Do not wax or polish your floor.
Laminate flooring, like other types of smooth floors, can become slippery when wet. Allow time for the floor to dry after washing. For spills, immediately wipe up wet areas.
Specifications
Rating: AC4 for use in heavy residential and general commercial applications Coverage: 22.15 sq.ft per carton
Weight: 48.4 lb per carton
Quantity: 20 boards per carton
Edge Design: 4 sided bevel edge
Finish: Aluminum Oxide
Board size: 31.9 inch x 5 inch x 0.5 inch
or 810 mm x 127 mm x 12.3 mm
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