Disadvantages Of Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring has a dense inner core and a glued on layer or fused layers of outer material. There are many types of laminate flooring such as simulate wood, but some look like granite or marble. It gives an unique look and appeal but it has some disadvantages also.
Some disadvantages of laminate flooring are..
- Laminate flooring is not real wood.
- Hard under foot. Foam underlayment helps dampen this feeling, still it will be there.
- Laminate flooring is slippery.
- Lower resale value. Good hardwood or engineered wood gives better value when selling your house.
- Laminate flooring can resist limited moisture.
- Not sandable or refinishable.
