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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.
  • Laminate tidalridge shorelinegray angle Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate — Shoreline Gray
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    Width: W: 9.4″
    Length: L: 59"
    Thickness: T: 0.47"

    Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate - Shoreline Gray

    15988068

    $445 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $534 / sq ft
    17% OFF
  • Anc 1051 kootenay timber mossy path swatch1 Haro Tritty 200 8mm AC6 Oak Laminate Flooring — Mossy Path
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    Width: W: 7.5″
    Length: L: 50.47"
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    Haro Tritty 200 8mm AC6 Oak Laminate Flooring - Mossy Path

    Anc-1051

    $415 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $520 / sq ft
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  • Anc 1096 homenow laminate flooring fresh neutral swatch Artfully Aged Fleet Collection USS New Orleans laminate flooring — Fresh Neutral
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    Width: W: 7.5″
    Length: L: 48"

    Artfully Aged Fleet Collection USS New Orleans laminate flooring - Fresh Neutral

    Anc-1096

    $415 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $490 / sq ft
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  • Anc 1046 homebase laminate flooring drift ash swatch Haro Tritty 100 Oak Portland Grey Laminate Flooring — Drift Ash
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    Width: W: 9.56″
    Length: L: 86.63"

    Haro Tritty 100 Oak Portland Grey Laminate Flooring - Drift Ash

    Anc-1046

    $369 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $435 / sq ft
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  • Anc 1129 fasttrack laminate flooring medium brown FastTrack Laminate Flooring — Medium Brown
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    Width: W: 6.0″
    Length: L: 48"

    FastTrack Laminate Flooring - Medium Brown

    Anc-1129

    $395 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $495 / sq ft
    20% OFF
  • Laminate tidalridge sandbaroak angle Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate — Sandbar Oak
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    Width: W: 9.4″
    Length: L: 59"
    Thickness: T: 0.47"

    Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate - Sandbar Oak

    15988069

    $445 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $534 / sq ft
    17% OFF
  • Anc 1048 kootenay timber forest ember swatch Haro Tritty 200 8mm AC6 Oak Laminate Flooring — Forest Ember
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    Width: W: 7.5″
    Length: L: 50.47"
    (192)

    Haro Tritty 200 8mm AC6 Oak Laminate Flooring - Forest Ember

    Anc-1048

    $415 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $520 / sq ft
    20% OFF
  • Laminate tidalridge seashoremist angle Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate — Seashore Mist
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    Width: W: 9.4″
    Length: L: 59"
    Thickness: T: 0.47"

    Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate - Seashore Mist

    15988070

    $445 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $534 / sq ft
    17% OFF
  • Anc 1053 kootenay timber shadow fir swatch Haro Tritty 200 8mm AC6 Oak Laminate Flooring — Shadow Fir
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    Width: W: 7.5″
    Length: L: 50.47"
    (192)

    Haro Tritty 200 8mm AC6 Oak Laminate Flooring - Shadow Fir

    Anc-1053

    $415 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $520 / sq ft
    20% OFF
  • Laminate tidalridge harborstoneoak angle web Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate — Harbor Stone Oak
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    Width: W: 9.4″
    Length: L: 59"
    Thickness: T: 0.47"

    Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate - Harbor Stone Oak

    15988071

    $445 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $534 / sq ft
    17% OFF
  • Anc 1050 kootenay timber quiet canyon swatch Haro Tritty 200 8mm AC6 Oak Laminate Flooring — Quiet Canyon
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    Width: W: 7.5″
    Length: L: 50.47"
    (192)

    Haro Tritty 200 8mm AC6 Oak Laminate Flooring - Quiet Canyon

    Anc-1050

    $415 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $520 / sq ft
    20% OFF
  • Laminate tidalridge duneshoreoak angle web Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate — Dune Shore Oak
    On Sale
    New
    Width: W: 9.4″
    Length: L: 59"
    Thickness: T: 0.47"

    Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate - Dune Shore Oak

    15988072

    $445 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $534 / sq ft
    17% OFF
  • Laminate tidalridge rusticwharf angle web Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate — Rustic Wharf
    On Sale
    New
    Width: W: 9.4″
    Length: L: 59"
    Thickness: T: 0.47"

    Tidal Ridge Waterproof Laminate - Rustic Wharf

    15988073

    $445 / sq ft
    Retail Price: $534 / 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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