Laminate flooring came to North America nearly 20 years ago. Laminates please a lot of people, but they disappoint more than a few homeowners, too. The outcome depends on the flooring you choose, where you use it and your expectations. Are you thinking about a new hard-surface floor for your home? Laminates have a lot to offer, but there are things you need to understand that you won't find in sales brochures.
Originally developed in Europe, laminates are made of a high-density fiberboard core c…