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Choosing the Right Flooring to Minimize Allergies

Our houses are all packed with allergens and toxic substances. American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) informs us that more than half of the population of the United States suffers from different forms of allergies (most common allergens are found in our homes). By precisely considering different flooring . . . Read more

Eco-Friendly Flooring

Eco-friendly literally means earth-friendly and not harmful to the environment. This term most commonly points to green living or practices that help conserve resources. Green flooring products, or any other products from every industry, must be thought of as being on a spectrum when it comes to the level of . . . Read more

Is Laminate Right For Me?

You’re thinking about buying a laminate floor with the purpose of transforming a room or even your entire home, office or business and all you have to do now is decide if laminate is right for your demands. We prepared here a list of advantages and disadvantages of laminate to . . . Read more

About Laminate Flooring

You want the look of hardwood but can’t afford it? Laminate flooring is the perfect solution because it is resistant, easy to clean, hypoallergenic but also scratch, stain and fade resistant. Also, laminate flooring is perfect for households with children and pets. Furthermore, the cost is less than solid hardwood. . . . Read more

Sound Transmission

The more muffled the sound, the better, especially in a multi-story building, house, apartment, or condominium. There are several good flooring choices with effective sound dampening properties. Sound is transmitted when hard objects, like hard-soled shoes, furniture, dropped objects, or even dog claws impact a hard surface (example: tile or . . . Read more

How Laminate Flooring is Made

Most of the people prefer to pick their laminate by measuring its durability and toughness. One way to do this is to understand how different laminates are made. Direct Pressure Laminate Flooring DPL is made of 4 layers: Stabilizing Layer: bottom layer also called the Backing Layer, provides strength and stability . . . Read more

Laminate Flooring History

Laminate Flooring Beginnings We have to start by telling you that Formica was a laminate countertop named after the manufacturer. The lamination process, which consists of simply fusing together different layers of material, has come to represent a lot more than 70s-style kitchen countertops. Perstorp AB Holdings is a giant . . . Read more

Formaldehyde Emissions

Formaldehyde is a organic compound made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Formaldehyde is found everywhere, since it occurs naturally and is also synthesized for industrial use in everyday products. A lot of household and personal care products contain small amounts of formaldehyde. It can also be found in products like processed . . . Read more