In addition to their beauty and affordability, laminate floors are extremely durable. The wear layer, combined with the strength of the core, make laminate highly resistant to scratches, dents and dings, as well as to moisture and stains. Although not waterproof, laminate floors are more resistant to water damage than traditional wood floors. Most manufacturers guarantee the surface will not fade or wear through.

Laminate flooring does produce a reasonably close appearance to wood and stone, and the most often overlooked attribute is it is easily installed as a do-it-yourself project.