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What is laminate flooring?

Laminate flooring is a layered floor covering with a wood-based core, decorative paper and a protective surface. The European flooring association EPLF describes these layers being pressed together with heat and pressure. For your home project, the room’s moisture exposure and the underlay matter when choosing the floor assembly.

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What this means for your home project

  1. Ask whether the exact laminate product is suitable for the room’s moisture exposure, especially in a bathroom. Source: North American Laminate Flooring Association, read 2026-10-31.
  2. Ask the contractor to identify the underlayment that supports the locking system and addresses minor subfloor imperfections. Source: North American Laminate Flooring Association, read 2026-10-31.
  3. Request the product’s cleaning instructions and discuss how to keep water from reaching the wood-based core at joints. Source: Association of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring, read 2026-10-31.
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What is laminate flooring made of?

Laminate flooring combines a wood-based core with resin-treated layers pressed together. EPLF describes three layers, including decorative paper with an overlay, a core and a stabilizing layer; the surface appearance does not tell you the whole construction. “Laminate flooring consists of at least 65% of wood and up to 80% of natural materials: Wood fibres, sometimes wood chips, pulp derived from wood (paper).” Source: Association of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring, read 2026-10-31. “With the exception of the core layer each of these layers is impregnated with synthetic resin.” Source: Association of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring, read 2026-10-31. “These are pressed onto the core layer at high pressure and high temperature.” Source: Association of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring, read 2026-10-31.

What is a laminate flooring system?

A laminate flooring system uses layers pressed together, rather than a single exposed piece of timber. EPLF also describes a resin-based surface in the European EN 13329 standard; that European classification is product context, not a US building requirement. “The word laminate (from the Latin lamina, meaning a thin layer) literally means layers that are pressed together.” Source: Association of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring, read 2026-10-31. “Wear classes for laminate flooring are specified in the European standard EN 13329 (“Laminate floor coverings - Elements with a surface layer based on aminoplastic thermosetting resins - Specifications, requirements and test methods”).” Source: Association of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring, read 2026-10-31.

Where can I install laminate flooring?

NALFA describes laminate as an indoor floor covering with an important moisture limitation. Before choosing it for a bathroom or another damp room, ask whether the manufacturer specifically identifies that product as waterproof for the intended use. “However, it's not suitable for outdoor use or areas with excessive moisture (such as bathrooms and saunas) unless specified as waterproof by the manufacturer.” Source: North American Laminate Flooring Association, read 2026-10-31.

Do I really need underlayment?

Underlayment sits within the laminate floor assembly and supports the locking joints. NALFA identifies moisture protection, minor subfloor imperfections, thermal insulation and sound as reasons it matters; ask which underlay belongs with the proposed flooring. “It supports the locking system, providing moisture protection, and helps to level minor subfloor imperfections.” Source: North American Laminate Flooring Association, read 2026-10-31. “It also enhances thermal insulation and soundproofing qualities.” Source: North American Laminate Flooring Association, read 2026-10-31.

Is laminate flooring easy to clean and maintain?

Laminate flooring care does not require adding a wax or varnish finish, according to NALFA. Moisture still matters: EPLF explains why water reaching the wood-based core can swell joints, so confirm the particular product’s cleaning guidance. “This laminate surface doesn’t require waxes or varnishes to keep it looking great.” Source: North American Laminate Flooring Association, read 2026-10-31. “Since the core layer of the laminate flooring is made of wood, water will cause unsightly swelling of the joints.” Source: Association of the European Producers of Laminate Flooring, read 2026-10-31.

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