12+ Hardwood Or Laminate Flooring Gif. Solid hardwood flooring is often regarded as the real deal, with laminate flooring occupying the next rung down as an inexpensive way to simulate the look of real hardwood flooring. Hardwood flooring is made from natural, durable woods, such as oak, maple, or hickory, that can last a long time when maintained properly.
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General perception is that laminate floors are cheaper than hardwood floors and this is true if one compares the cheapest available options in each category. Hardwood floors are made of natural wood, can last even for 100 years if properly maintained and they are simply beautiful. Laminate flooring is a two melamine sheets sandwiching a fiber core either medium density or high density, depending on the price. Laminate is essentially a rigid synthetic floor that's also known as composite, pergo, or floating wood tile.