I'm planning to replace my current linoleum tile floor with laminate that looks like natural stone tiles. Would love to hear about any experience using mannington flooring since they have the best selection I've found so far.
I can't tell you about the laminate, but I have Mannington vinyl flooring that looks like tile. It's their premium line, and I can't remember exactly what it's called, but the texture is incredible. It actually feels like stone on your bare feet except that it's not cold.
Edie why not choose real natural stone tiles ,it can make your home more elegant . if you like you can email me ! I will help you . williamchen@fm-sinks.com
While I have no experience with Mannington flooring I can tell you a couple of things about laminate. While it is relatively easy to install, you have to keep in mind that this product has a core of medium to high density fiberboard and fiberboard doesn't react well with water. The beatiful natural stone look is actually a paper reproduction glued to the face of the fiberboard and then the whole top layer is covered with many layers of a protective film containing aluminum oxide (the same material in bulletproof glass). It does give the laminate surface a very tough top coat, but you have to be very careful not to allow water under that coat, by way of seams, etc. One way you can minimize damage is by sealing every seam with a silicone based sealant designed for laminates, (your flooring centre should have one.) and then only clean your laminate floor with approved cleaners. With the proper care and maintenance, your laminate floor will give you many years of service at a fraction of the price of natural stone.
