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Laminate flooring in Westchester. When does laminate make sense?
When does it make sense to install laminate flooring? As background, I really prefer hardwood flooring over laminate, and most of my Westchester customers have a strong preference for hardwood floors.  But, there are some circumstances when laminate flooring is just more practical...from a budget stand point and a usage stand point.  Also, everything needs to be put in context of the home - are you living in it or will it be rented?  Are you selling the house or staying in it?
 
1.  Laminate flooring is a great trade-up option for rental apartments (rather than carpet).  Generally, carpet needs to be replaced between each tenant while laminate flooring will survive through many tenants.  And, since more people in Westchester prefer hard surfaces (and some need this for health reasons), it expands your pool of renters and amount you can charge for rent.

2.  Laminate floors are practical for busy kitchens - when you are concerned about scratching from kids, pets, chairs.   Hardwood scratches while laminate flooring is very scratch resistant - at least when it comes to the normal wear and tear of pets, chairs, heels, running, etc.
 
3.  When you have a concrete subfloor and/or tile on ... more

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