Q. Can I install it myself?
A. Yes, but for the average homeowner, installation can prove to be a very challenging prospect. If your plan is to install it on a weekend with your spouse please see to it that the life insurance policy is paid up. Seriously, excellent results can be achieved by following the manufactures installation instructions and most importantly taking your time.

Q. What tools will I need?
A. You will need a saw. A chop or compound miter saw is recommended, however, laminate plank flooring can be cut with a circular, or jig type, saw as long as you are cutting the plank with the decorative side facing down. You will also need a hammer, tape measure, utility knife. Additionally, there are specialty tools (i.e. tapping block, pry-bar) that are available through the flooring manufacture.

Q. Is a laminate floor better than a wood floor?
A. Well in a nut shell, yes. If you measure in ways like durability, maintenance ease, and warranty, a typical wood floor will scratch much easier than a laminate floor. A laminate floor requires no special care other than an occasional damp mop. A wood floor may require occasional resurfacing especially in high traffic areas. With proper care a laminate floor will look new for at least the next 20 years - perhaps longer.

Q. Will my laminate floors stain?
A. The standard answer from most all of the different laminate manufactures is no. Most products have a non-pours surface that will not allow a stain to stick to it. Most manufactures have a standard warranty against wear, stain and fading for up to fifteen years and in some cases longer.