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Laminate Flooring

Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring offers the look of hardwood or tile with added scratch resistance and easy maintenance. Built to stand up to kids, pets, and daily foot traffic, laminate is a practical, budget-friendly solution for busy households.

Today’s laminate floors feature realistic textures, improved moisture resistance, and simple click-lock installation making them a popular choice for living areas, bedrooms, and home offices. If you want dependable performance and modern design without the premium price tag, laminate flooring checks the boxes.
  • 10079693 00 pdp 2a674d3f 4f80 4fc3 8df3 f7565e8dc706 Exotic Wide Plank Laminate Flooring — Papua Ebony
    On Sale
    Width: W: 6.5″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
    (186)

    Exotic Wide Plank Laminate Flooring - Papua Ebony

    10079693

    $319 / sq ft
  • 15162380 00 pdp 90a04969 d18b 4daa b3be 3a9f93c9503b Long Length 12mm Legendary Collection — Pitch Amber
    Clearance
    Width: W: 7.71″
    Length: L: 72"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
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    Long Length 12mm Legendary Collection - Pitch Amber

    15162380

    $275 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $318 / sq ft
    14% OFF
  • 15237234 00 pdp c931b76b b347 4ef1 b60e c2b1f038e925 Long Length 12mm Formosa Collection — Frenzy Charcoal
    Limited Offer
    Width: W: 8.0″
    Length: L: 72"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
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    Long Length 12mm Formosa Collection - Frenzy Charcoal

    15237234

    $229 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $318 / sq ft
    28% OFF
  • Laminate capilano 15275926 misty web angle d542711a 3198 4f59 9e02 1cb2309a55ae Capilano Waterproof Laminate Flooring — Misty
    On Sale
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    Width: W: 7.75″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
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    Capilano Waterproof Laminate Flooring - Misty

    15275926

    $310 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $360 / sq ft
    14% OFF
  • 15274854 00 pdp 60d3b4ac 5f7e 4714 a275 08f18ea71c9c Laminate - 8mm Rajawali Collection — Rubio
    Limited Offer
    Width: W: 7.8″
    Length: L: 47.87"
    Thickness: T: 8 mm
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    Laminate - 8mm Rajawali Collection - Rubio

    15274854

    $205 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $254 / sq ft
    19% OFF
  • 15275900 platinum white angle Westwood Waterproof Laminate Flooring — Platinum White
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    Width: W: 6.41″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm

    Westwood Waterproof Laminate Flooring - Platinum White

    15275900

    $425 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $531 / sq ft
    20% OFF
  • Laminate tofino 15275930 neo oak web angle f541170c 35fa 4459 80dd 9a8cf499ff0c Tofino Laminate Flooring — New Oak
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    Width: W: 6.49″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
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    Tofino Laminate Flooring - New Oak

    15275930

    $155 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $190 / sq ft
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  • Laminate solara silverdrift angle Solara Waterproof Laminate — Silver Drift
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    Width: W: 7.7″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 0.31"

    Solara Waterproof Laminate - Silver Drift

    15988064

    $350 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $420 / sq ft
    17% OFF
  • 15237235 00 pdp 4e399e04 397b 4ca3 b40f 17f0115ed163 Long Length 12mm Formosa Collection — Polar Champagne
    Limited Offer
    Width: W: 8.0″
    Length: L: 72"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
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    Long Length 12mm Formosa Collection - Polar Champagne

    15237235

    $229 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $318 / sq ft
    28% OFF
  • Laminate capilano 15275927 amber web angle ac8afa6a 822d 4822 a680 51cf95771d94 Capilano Waterproof Laminate Flooring — Amber
    On Sale
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    Width: W: 7.75″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
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    Capilano Waterproof Laminate Flooring - Amber

    15275927

    $310 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $360 / sq ft
    14% OFF
  • 15274855 00 pdp bafd8240 3568 401f 9780 12ad9586349e Laminate - 8mm Rajawali Collection — Longden
    Limited Offer
    Width: W: 7.8″
    Length: L: 47.87"
    Thickness: T: 8 mm
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    Laminate - 8mm Rajawali Collection - Longden

    15274855

    $205 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $254 / sq ft
    19% OFF
  • 15275901 walnut oak angle Westwood Waterproof Laminate Flooring — Walnut Oak
    On Sale
    Width: W: 6.41″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm

    Westwood Waterproof Laminate Flooring - Walnut Oak

    15275901

    $425 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $531 / sq ft
    20% OFF
  • Laminate solara ambersands angle Solara Waterproof Laminate — Amber Sands
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    Width: W: 7.7″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 0.31"

    Solara Waterproof Laminate - Amber Sands

    15988065

    $350 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $420 / sq ft
    17% OFF
  • 15237239 00 pdp 0d1805c5 0b5d 4631 aeb6 d635f65daf65 Long Length 12mm Formosa Collection — Modest Brown
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    Width: W: 8.0″
    Length: L: 72"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
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    Long Length 12mm Formosa Collection - Modest Brown

    15237239

    $279 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $318 / sq ft
    12% OFF
  • Laminate capilano 15275929 monterey web angle e289f9f0 d044 4895 a734 853350b01447 Capilano Waterproof Laminate Flooring — Monterey
    On Sale
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    Width: W: 7.75″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm
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    Capilano Waterproof Laminate Flooring - Monterey

    15275929

    $310 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $360 / sq ft
    14% OFF
  • 15274856 00 pdp b8262675 129b 4db0 a1d7 188367dc7dd4 Laminate - 8mm Rajawali Collection — Hermosa
    Limited Offer
    Width: W: 7.8″
    Length: L: 47.87"
    Thickness: T: 8 mm
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    Laminate - 8mm Rajawali Collection - Hermosa

    15274856

    $205 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $254 / sq ft
    19% OFF
  • 15275902 silver sand angle Westwood Waterproof Laminate Flooring — Silver Sand
    On Sale
    Width: W: 6.41″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm

    Westwood Waterproof Laminate Flooring - Silver Sand

    15275902

    $425 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $531 / sq ft
    20% OFF
  • Laminate solara saharastripe angle Solara Waterproof Laminate — Sahara Stripe
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    Width: W: 7.7″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 0.31"

    Solara Waterproof Laminate - Sahara Stripe

    15988066

    $350 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $420 / sq ft
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  • 15274857 00 pdp 8bcca263 0c36 421a 8d26 aa0472cb50a7 Laminate - 8mm Rajawali Collection — Bedford
    On Sale
    Width: W: 7.8″
    Length: L: 47.87"
    Thickness: T: 8 mm
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    Laminate - 8mm Rajawali Collection - Bedford

    15274857

    $229 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $254 / sq ft
    10% OFF
  • 15275903 natural gray angle Westwood Waterproof Laminate Flooring — Natural Gray
    On Sale
    Width: W: 6.41″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 12 mm

    Westwood Waterproof Laminate Flooring - Natural Gray

    15275903

    $425 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $531 / sq ft
    20% OFF
  • Laminate solara sierradune angle Solara Waterproof Laminate — Sierra Dune
    On Sale
    New
    Width: W: 7.7″
    Length: L: 48"
    Thickness: T: 0.31"

    Solara Waterproof Laminate - Sierra Dune

    15988067

    $350 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $420 / sq ft
    17% OFF

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is laminate flooring?
Laminate flooring is a multi-layer synthetic product that mimics the look of hardwood, stone, or tile through a high-resolution photographic layer sealed beneath a clear protective wear layer. Beneath the image layer is a dense fiberboard core that provides structure and stability. Laminate is one of the most popular flooring options for homeowners who want the aesthetic of hardwood at a more accessible price point, with better resistance to scratches and fading than real wood in many cases.
How does laminate flooring compare to hardwood?
Laminate costs significantly less than hardwood, installs more easily, and resists scratches and fading better in high-traffic or sun-exposed spaces. The tradeoff is that laminate cannot be refinished -- once the wear layer is gone, the floor needs to be replaced. Hardwood adds more long-term resale value, has a more authentic look and feel underfoot, and can be sanded and refinished multiple times over its lifetime. For budget-conscious projects or rental properties, laminate is a strong performer. For long-term investment in a primary residence, hardwood remains the premium choice.
How does laminate flooring compare to luxury vinyl plank?
Laminate and LVP look similar but differ in key ways. Most standard laminate has a fiberboard core that swells when exposed to moisture, making it unsuitable for wet areas. LVP is 100% waterproof throughout. LVP also tends to be softer and quieter underfoot. However, laminate often looks more realistic than LVP at the same price point due to its embossed texture and photographic layer technology, and it typically offers better dent resistance. For dry living spaces, laminate competes well. For kitchens, bathrooms, or basements, waterproof laminate or LVP is the safer choice.
What AC rating should I look for in laminate flooring?
The AC (Abrasion Class) rating measures a laminate floor's resistance to wear and is the most important durability spec to check. AC1 and AC2 are rated for light residential use in low-traffic rooms. AC3 is the standard for general residential use and handles everyday family traffic well. AC4 is rated for heavy residential and light commercial use, making it a good choice for entryways, living rooms, and kitchens. AC5 is commercial grade. For most homes, AC3 is the minimum to look for and AC4 is worth the modest step up in price.
Is laminate flooring easy to install?
Yes. Most laminate flooring uses a click-lock system that makes it one of the more DIY-friendly flooring formats available. Planks float over the subfloor without nails or glue and can be installed over most existing hard surfaces. The main requirements are a flat, clean subfloor and proper underlayment. Maintaining consistent expansion gaps around the perimeter of the room is critical -- skipping this step is the most common cause of laminate buckling after installation.
How do I maintain laminate flooring?
Sweep or vacuum regularly to keep grit off the surface, as fine particles act like sandpaper on the wear layer over time. Clean with a slightly damp mop and a laminate-safe cleaner -- never use excess water, steam mops, or oil-based cleaners, which can cause swelling and damage the finish. Wipe up spills promptly. Use furniture pads and entry mats in high-traffic areas. Laminate cannot be refinished, so protecting the wear layer through consistent maintenance is the most important thing you can do to extend the floor's life.
Can I try laminate flooring samples before I buy?
Yes. BuildDirect offers free samples so you can evaluate color, texture, and finish in your actual space before placing a full order. Laminate products vary significantly in emboss depth and realism, and those details are much easier to assess in person than on a screen. Order a few options and compare them side by side in the room before making a final decision.

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