Articles | Affordable, Easy-Care Mohawk Laminate

Nothing changes a room like a new floor. And when that floor is affordable, easy to care for and a style you like, that s even better. Mohawk laminate can give your floors the look of wood, stone or tile for a fraction of the cost. Plus, a laminate floor has these advantages over stone or tile: it isn t as cold in the winter, it is more comfortable for standing, and is less likely to break dishes or cookware if it gets dropped to the floor.

Mohawk laminate gives your floors the sophisticated look of wood, stone or tile. Laminate flooring is created from several layers of material bonded together, so it s highly durable, and more resistant to stains and fading. In addition, the clear top coat also resists cigarette burns and scratches from pets. It s hygienic, easy to clean with a damp mop or cloth, can t be damaged by most household cleaners, and is great for people with allergies.

Mohawk laminate floors come in a number of rich colors, different hardwood styles and realistic stone and tile finishes. No matter what your tastes are, Mohawk laminates will coordinate with any kind of decorative style -- contemporary, country or traditional. To mimic wood, stone or tile more closely, some laminates are embossed so they even have the uneven texture of natural materials. The Mohawk laminate tile look has beveled edges, and all our laminate floors have a number of trim and border options for easier installation.

Some types can actually keep your floor warmer, and help keep sound from traveling -- great for apartments or condos! The Mohawk company is also committed to preserving our natural environment, and uses innovative ways to recycle and reuse plastics, wood, old tires and other materials. Laminate floors from Mohawk use more than 74% pre-consumer recycled content.

Every day care of a Mohawk laminate floor is simple. You don t need a lot of fancy cleaners or harsh chemicals to keep a laminate floor looking new. In fact, Mohawk has a plan to help keep your new floor clean and streak-free: an environmentally-friendly gentle laminate cleaner in a 100% recycled plastic bottle.

The company developed a revolutionary new process for a scratch-proof finish to keep your laminate floor looking brand-new, even if there s a lot of traffic in and out of your home. The process actually incorporates aluminum crystals in the top layer of the finish, so it is better able to resist all kinds of scratches, scuffs and other wear.

There are a lot of good things to say about Mohawk laminate, but one of its best features is price. For a fraction of the cost, you can get a floor that looks like wood, tile or stone, but has all the benefits of easy-care laminate.