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Armstrong SwiftLock Laminate Flooring introduces gleaming sophistication into your family’s living quarters thanks to its unique click-together, glueless design. You no longer have to concern yourself with the cost and upkeep of real hardwood planks. The ArmaLock system of SwiftLock Armstrong Laminate Flooring will surprise you with its fast-paced installation process, a perfect fit for DIY enthusiasts.

From the high-density fiberboard HydraCore to the tight-fitting joints are made to bring an easy-fit flooring range to home remodeling buffs. The core has been impregnated with melamine and the design makes it highly moisture resistant. It promises not to absorb accidental messes. Neither will it wick moisture from the sub-floor. By remaining stable, the durability of the floor covering is ensured.

The authentic-looking styles include shades such as Heritage Pine, Clearwater Oak Honey, Pecan and Heirloom Hickory. A quality underlayment makes the surface more comfortable to stand on, and also helps to dampen the hollow sound that is a trademark of laminates.

Thanks to the latest Armstrong SwiftLock Laminate Flooring technology, messy glues are largely a thing of the past. The covering can be installed over almost any sub-floor. The only no-no’s are carpeting and wood on concrete. Each tongue and groove plank locks tightly into the next one. The room can be used as soon as you have done your job. There is no frustrating wait for glue to dry.

This particular range sports a tough wear layer. It consists of an aluminum oxide substance. This is where the impressive stain and scratch resistance comes in. With the latest technology the image layer is an exact copy of the real thing. The design can emulate stone, tile or wood and can be so real-looking that it is often hard to see that it is a laminate product. Look for an AC-rating of at least 3 if you plan to use this type of covering in your home.

The layers of the floor are fused together with direct pressure. If done with care, this ensures that you have a gouge and indentation resistant floor, with an extremely authentic texture. Swiftlock Armstrong Laminate Flooring comes with a reassuring warranty of between 25 and 30 years.

The beauty of these ranges is that they can even be used in kitchens or bathrooms, as long as the necessary guidelines are followed. For example, a sealant or caulking gun needs to be used to cover the expansion space areas around the perimeter. In a bathroom, it is also advisable to use glue in the joints in order to give added protection as far as humidity and moisture are concerned. If you are not really diligent about this, you may battle with buckling and lifting.

The Armstrong Swiftlock Laminate Flooring’s ArmaLock system claims a locking strength of 670 pounds per linear foot. This should ensure a beautiful floor for up to thirty years. The company supplies a wonderful collection of decorative moldings with which you can create a professional finish. These include stair nosings and wall base trims.

What makes these home remodeling lines so popular, is their low maintenance. Cleaning is simple, and the company provides a range of dedicated cleaners that won’t damage your floor. If you opt for your own products, check with the supplier to make sure that you don’t void your warranty. Never use an abrasive cleaner. Opt for an Armstrong Hardwood And Laminate Cleaner or the Bruce Dura-Luster No-Wax Floor Cleaner.

Just remember that these floor coverings need to be handled with care. Don’t walk all over them when wearing spiked heels. Try to keep pet nails trimmed. Use area rugs to catch scratchy grit and place felt pads underneath furniture feet. Be very careful when you move furniture.

Also investigate similar brands, such as Pergo Flooring, Harmonics Glueless Laminate Flooring or the Mohawk range. However, once you set eyes on the Armstrong Swiftlock Laminate flooring samples, you aren’t very likely to opt for something else…

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