Laminate flooring was invented in the late ‘70s by Swedish flooring company Perstorp, but it wasn’t widely introduced to the European market until 1984. And it wasn’t available in the U.S. until a ...

Plastic laminate first came to prominence back in the 1940s and 50s as a popular kitchen countertop material. But by the late-1980s it was beginning to fall out of favor as homeowners began replacing ...

Laminate flooring was invented in the late ‘70s by Swedish flooring company Perstorp, but it wasn’t widely introduced to the European market until 1984 and it wasn’t available in the U.S. until a ...

In this video, learn how to install laminate floors, also known as floating floors, in your home. The step-by-step guide covers the proper installation process for your floating floor. Featured tools ...

Person laying laminate floor planks on the ground - Toa55/Shutterstock Laminate is one of the best flooring types to choose from for your home. And although installing laminate is already rather ...

If the floors beneath your feet are looking a bit worn, you’ve probably thought about replacing them. You may have even considered trading what you have for something more trendy or durable, such as ...

If you watch house-hunting shows, you’ve probably seen prospective buyers light up at the sight of hardwood. If you watch renovation shows, though, you’ll also see how expensive it can actually be to ...

If you’re building or renovating a home but don’t want to blow your budget on the floors, we have one word for you: laminates. Laminate flooring is a snazzy synthetic, usually designed to look like ...

Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of experience in the home space and 10 years of editing experience. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over ...