The beauty of laminate is that it looks nearly identical to natural stone or wood and can be used to achieve the same design effects without the vulnerability. Laminate allows you to get the look of rare wood species or costly stone such as granite at a fraction of the price 

Since laminate replicates the look and feel of natural flooring, consider the design and texture of he original material before making your decision. A rough-hewn stone look brings a rustic element of nature to a room; polished stone adds sophistication; while woods lends warmth and comfort.

Using the same type of flooring throughout several different rooms adds a sense of continuity to a home. Because laminate can be installed in any room, it is a perfect choice for room-to-room and level-to-level coordination.

Unlike hardwood flooring, which is usually installed across the direction of subfloor joists, wood-look laminate flooring can be laid in any direction you choose.

High-definition embossing enhances the ultra realistic look of DPL laminate, and is a hallmark of quality. It mimics the texture of the real material so well that no one ever guess you have laminate floor.

Laminate can be used in any room of the house, below, on or above grade level. Laminate floors do have some sensitivity to excessive moisture, so if you plan on using laminate in a bathroom, you'll need to take special precautions.