LAMINATE & VINYL FLOORING
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION
Fully Insured & Licensed
Fully Insured & Licensed
LAMINATE FLOORING
Laminate is a high-density fiberboard made from wood and a popular way to achieve the look of wood, or stone floors without paying the price point of said floors.
It can weather high traffic with minimal damage, offer UV resistance and can be waterproofed. It also does not scratch or discolor as easily as hardwood floors.
LAMINATE FLOORING
usually consist of 4 layers of materials:
usually consist of 4 layers of materials:
- A fiberboard core layer makes up the base of the flooring.
- A backing layer is added to the bottom for extra protection and insulation.
- The image layer is glued on top of the core layer (high-resolution image of real wood, stone, or another material).
- A thin and transparent wear layer made of plastic is added to protect the lower layers from damage.
RENOVA FLOORING INSTALLATION
- We install laminate as a floating floor, with interlocking planks that are laid across the existing sub-floor.
- Laminate flooring is a dry installation: no grout, no mortar, no adhesives, and no need to be nailed down; laminate snaps together and lies in place.
- Renova Flooring Installation should take no more than one day for almost any room.
- Laminate flooring can usually be installed over old floor coverings. But, if the floor surface has damage or unevenness, we need to remove it and lay down a thin layer of plywood before installing the laminate flooring.
VINYL FLOORING
Vinyl flooring is built to last and to handle significant wear and tear, making it a good choice for heavily-visited areas. It’s water resistant, so it's perfect for areas prone to spills, moisture, and wetness, like bath-rooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, and basements.
VINYL FLOORING USUALLY CONSISTS OF FOUR LAYERS OF MATERIALS:
- The backing layer is made of cork or foam. It is designed to serve as the underlayment as a cushion to make walking on the floor more comfortable, and a sound barrier to keep noise at bay.
- Above the backing layer sits the waterproof layer, designed to absorb moisture without swelling or compromising the integrity of the floor.
- Above the waterproof layer is the design layer, which features a high-resolution printed image, resembles wood, marble, stone, and other high-end materials.
- A the top, there is the wear layer, which protects it from being harmed.
RENOVA FLOORING INSTALLATION
- Renova Flooring uses a click-and-lock method of installation called "floating floor".
- Vinyl flooring is a great choice because it’s waterproof, durable and easy to clean.
We can install vinyl plank flooring over concrete, hardwood, tile or existing vinyl flooring. However, laying vinyl over a floor with pre-existing flaws, can be tricky, because those flaws will appear beneath the new vinyl floor, thereby depriving you of a smooth surface.
VINYL FLOORING vs. LAMINATE FLOORING
| VINYL FLOORING | LAMINATE FLOORING | |
| Core | Plastic | Wood byproduct |
| Durability | It is very durable and can last 20 years on average. | It is very durable and it can lasts 15 to 25 years on average. |
| Water Resistance | Entirely Waterproof. | Some laminate can be waterproof, but it doesn’t have the resistant as Vinyl flooring |
| Maintenance | Wet mopping is permitted. | Do not use a wet mop. |
| Styles | It mimics a wide range of wood, stone and ceramic styles. | It mimics hand-scraped hardwood better than vinyl. It also mimics stone and ceramic. |
| Installation | It can be glued to the floor or be a floating floor. Recommended for wet area use. | All laminate floors are floating floors. It´s quieter, softer, and more comfortable to walk on than vinyl flooring. |
