Laminate Flooring

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Laminate floor installations from Empire Today® give you the look of wood floors in an affordable, durable flooring option. Nearly indistinguishable from real hardwood, laminate wood flooring is the worry-free way to update any room in your home. Shop our entire selection below.

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Laminate Flooring FAQs

Laminate flooring is a material that looks and feels like wood—and is made in part from wood—but offers more affordability and installation flexibility than traditional wood floors. It’s made by sandwiching a photorealistic wood image between a clear, protective top layer and a high-density fiberboard core. This results in durable wood-look flooring that can be made water resistant or waterproof and stands up to heavy foot traffic.

The answer depends on your specific flooring needs. In general, many people choose laminate flooring because they fell in love with the wood look but want an affordable, water-resistant alternative that delivers the aesthetics they’re looking for. An Empire Today® flooring professional can help you determine the best flooring option for your home.

A key benefit of choosing laminate is its ease of cleaning and maintenance. We recommend using a dedicated laminate floor cleaner and following the directions.

Yes, laminate flooring can be installed anywhere in your home. Some products, like our water-resistant laminate floors, are specifically designed for moisture-prone areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms. During your free in-home estimate, a flooring professional will show you all the options available and help you make the best choice for your lifestyle, needs, and budget.

Many of our laminate products can be installed on stairs.

Depending on the project, your existing flooring may have to be removed, or we may be able to accommodate a new installation over your old floor. Your flooring professional will be able to provide more information on your options during your free in-home consultation.

A laminate floor is installed using a state-of-the-art locking system, creating a resilient foundation that will offer a long life of solid performance.

As long as your laminate selection is in stock, we can schedule installation as soon as the next day after you make your purchase. Total installation time depends on several factors, such as the size and complexity of the job, but most installations can be completed in anywhere from a few hours to a couple of days.

Not with Empire. We’ll handle everything—moving your furniture, doing the installation, cleaning up afterward, and returning your furniture to the same positions. The professional installers we work with are committed to making the process as easy as possible.

We do! In fact, we offer multiple financing options so you can choose the one that works best for you. You can apply for financing during your in-home estimate.

Empire Today offers a limited installation warranty for all our flooring. Beyond that, specifics depend on the exact product you purchase. Your flooring professional can answer all your warranty questions during your in-home estimate.

Empire is pleased to sell laminate and work with independent flooring installation professionals in more than 70 service areas across the country. Visit the Empire Today locations page to find services near you.

For in-stock products, your laminate floor can be installed when you want—even as soon as the Next Day. Because we have large warehouses with products ready to be installed, we can help make updating your home easy and convenient.

Modern scratch-resistant laminate flooring is extremely durable. But no floors are indestructible. If severe damage occurs, it may be possible to replace a single plank without replacing your entire floor. With an Empire Today Service Plan, repairs or replacements not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty may be performed for no additional charge.

Approved laminate floor filler may correct minor damage, such as scratch marks and minor repairs. More serious damages may require replacing a plank.

Visit our laminate flooring care page for more information on caring for your floor.

Empire Makes Choosing New Laminate Flooring Easy

Empire offers a wide range of laminate wood flooring options from the industry’s most trusted brands. From the look of classic oak plank floors to a rustic gray laminate flooring that’s perfect for a farmhouse style kitchen, laminate floors are available in nearly every aesthetic imaginable.

The laminate wood planks are offered in multiple widths to more accurately mimic various wood floor installation styles. This also increases floor installation options, as different widths of planks can each be better suited to a particular room size or layout. With such a wealth of options, it can be a challenge to choose the best flooring for your needs. But Empire Today flooring professionals are here to guide you through the shopping process, helping you find a floor that matches both your style and your budget.
 

The Empire Today In-Home Estimate Model

When we say a flooring professional from Empire Today is going to help you choose the best flooring fit, we don’t mean showing you samples in the sterile environment of a showroom. That’s not how we do things.

Instead, a flooring professional brings the samples directly to you so you can see what your options look like in the proper context—with the actual lighting, color schemes, and decorations that will surround the flooring on a daily basis. After all, who cares if it looks good in a showroom? That’s not where it’ll live.

Once you make your decision, you can set up financing during the same appointment and schedule installation for as soon as the very next day!

Get High Quality Floors That Look Great with Wood Laminate Flooring

One of the many upsides to laminate is its affordability. You’ll often be able to get gorgeous floors installed at a lower price than when using solid hardwood or tile of a similar look. But don’t let that reasonable pricing give you pause. We’re often asked how long laminate flooring lasts, and we’re always happy to explain that today’s materials are crafted with long life in mind. Many of the products sold by Empire are covered by lifetime warranties against fading, staining, and overall wear.
 

The Benefits of Laminate Flooring

Although most laminate floors will be less expensive than hardwood or tile options, you don’t have to worry that you’re getting an inferior product with those cost savings. Plus, their robust construction typically offers benefits over other flooring types.
  • Pet Friendly: Searching for flooring that’s good for pets? Unlike many hardwoods, wood-look laminate floors are less likely to get damaged by dog nails or accidents, and can easily be wiped with your favorite microfiber wet/dry floor cleaning device. Most laminate flooring can even be mopped.
  • Easy to Clean: Laminate floors can easily be wiped down with your favorite microfiber wet/dry floor cleaning device. Most laminate flooring can even be mopped., however, always follow the manufacturer's recommendations for cleaning. 

  • Affordable: If you want a wood look, laminate is a wallet-friendly option. There are definitely perks to real wood, and its longevity makes it a great investment, but laminate gets you the look you want at a lower price tag. 

  • Durable: Some buyers may be concerned about the affordability, but laminate floorings isare durable and can withstand heavy traffic for years. We’ve already discussed how it’s a good choice for pet owners, but laminate also holds up to kids and real-life wear and tear.

  • Versatile: Hardwood isn’t appropriate in every room, but laminate doesn’t really have those limitations. There are valid laminate options for any room in the house.

 

Get to Know Our Laminate Flooring Installation Process

Quality workmanship is in the details. Even the highest-grade laminate flooring wouldn’t look good without considerate professional installation. That's why we aim to provide affordable laminate flooring installations that don't compromise on quality.

The process begins with selecting the best crews for the job. All our installers are licensed, insured, and regularly screened to meet our stringent standards. They are expected to handle your laminate flooring installation with the utmost professionalism and expertise.

Once the installment team arrives at your home, they handle all the details of the installation process. This includes moving your furniture and removing your old floors. The team then installs your new flooring, doing their best to ensure that each laminate plank is perfectly placed for a seamless finish.

After the installation is complete, the team doesn't just leave. They clean up the work area and move your furniture back to its original position. This comprehensive service ensures that you can enjoy your new laminate floors without the hassle of cleaning up.

Choose Empire and Skip the Laminate Floor Stores

From the start of the shopping process until the end, Empire strives to make getting new floors easy. Give us a call or click one of the "Schedule Now” links on this page to set up your free, no-obligation estimate

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Empire Exclusive Order by November 14

Empire Guarantees New FloorsBy Thanksgiving
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We stock hundreds of floors, so we're ready to install whenever you want. Unlike other flooring and home improvement stores, Empire guarantees you'll have new floors before the holiday, or they're FREE*!

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Empire Exclusive Order by November 14

Empire Guarantees New FloorsBy Thanksgiving
Or They're Free*

We stock hundreds of floors, so we're ready to install whenever you want. Unlike other flooring and home improvement stores, Empire guarantees you'll have new floors before the holiday, or they're FREE*!

Schedule A Free Appointment

*Installation of in-stock styles of carpet, hardwood, vinyl plank, vinyl tile, and laminate guaranteed by 11/28/24 (“guarantee date”) for orders signed and any necessary financing approved between 10/11/24 and 11/14/24. Free applies to the uninstalled portion of a qualified order only. Customer must be available for scheduled installation on/before the guarantee date. Order changes made by Customer void the guarantee. Does not apply where circumstances beyond our reasonable control prevent installation by guarantee date, including weather, manufacturer delays/shortages, trucking/shipping delays, discontinuations by the manufacturer, manufacturing quality problems, violence, and labor disturbances. Customer must accept reasonably offered product substitute of equal or greater value as necessary. Residential installations only. Not valid on prior purchases. Not available in all areas. Subject to change.


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