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Why is it that Home Depot Stores and Traffic Master Laminate Flooring hold such an irresistible allure for DIY enthusiasts?

Of course it has to do with wholesale and discount pricing on the one hand. But it is just such a temptation if you love to putter around the house and you suddenly gain access to vast ranges of easy-to-do home repair and renovation products.

Home Depot Stores are the exclusive suppliers of Traffic Master Laminate Flooring, one of the budget, glueless click-together ranges.

(Note: You can view and order free laminate flooring samples of various brands here – no shipping fees at the time of writing!)

Judging by the comments in forums, opinions about the durability of Traffic Master Laminate Flooring as distributed through Home Depot Stores, can vary dramatically. Some folks are over the moon with their home improvement purchase, while others complain about warping and scratches. It is crucial to do some homework before buying the flooring, in order to make sure that you know exactly how to install it and how much traffic it can withstand.

The TrafficMaster Laminate Flooring collection does come with 25 year to limited lifetime warranties, so it has to be quite tough. The design and patterning emulate real hardwood, giving the installation an authentic wood floor look. According to home repair reviews, many folks with pets and kids are pleasantly surprised by the flooring’s ability to retain its good looks through years of all kinds of abuse.

So, how is Traffic Master Flooring manufactured? The backing, high density fiber core, decorative layer with the patterning and the wear-layer are fused together during a direct pressure process. This leaves you with solid tongue and groove planks that can simply be clicked together. No glue is required during installation. The core is designed to be highly resistant to moisture and impact, promising structural stability.

It is crucial to have a really tough-as-nails wear layer. This is achieved with a blend of aluminum oxide and melamine. The mix should give you a wear layer that won’t stain easily, and it should also be fairly fade and wear resistant.

Popular shades such as Honey Oak and Classic Oak are no longer available. Let’s take a look at the range that is on offer at Home Depot Stores.

Brisbane Eucalyptus Traffic Master Laminate Flooring HC61200230

This is one of the lighter shades. Usually you would choose to use darker furnishings with a lighter floor and light materials with a dark floor. The flooring is sold per box, covering 20.77 square feet. The planks have a thickness of 6 to 8mm.

Urban Walnut Traffic Master Laminate Flooring 7689

Here you have one of the rich, dark shades with a 10mm thickness for extra durability. This is a narrow plank sample with four sided v-groove. It comes with an AC 3 Rating. Each box covers 15.52 square feet. According to reviews, it holds up well even if there are kids or pets in the home.

Sumatra Teak Traffic Master Laminate Flooring 7887

These planks come with a 35 year warranty that covers fading, staining and wear. The shade is on the darker side, but very rich, warm and full of character. The melamine wear layer is tough and robust.

Ginger Oak TrafficMaster Laminate Flooring 7345

This line has a very light finish with a beautiful grain. It also has a thickness of 10mm. It is family friendly and easy to keep clean.

If you visit one of your Home Depot Stores, you can view all of these, as well as the ever popular vinyl Allure Flooring range. The Traffic Master Laminate Flooring range may not have the variety of shades, but it has its own unique charm and benefits.

From the home improvement review desk of Rika Susan.

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