Laminate 2.0: Debunking Myths About Today’s High-Quality Laminate Floors

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If your idea of laminate flooring involves shiny, unrealistic prints and peeling seams, it’s time to update your expectations. Laminate flooring has gone through a radical transformation. What we now call Laminate 2.0 is an entirely new category of durable, beautiful, and highly realistic flooring that rivals—and sometimes surpasses—natural materials. The experienced team at Buckway’s…

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Laminate vs. Hardwood: Getting the Aesthetic Without the Maintenance

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For generations, genuine hardwood has been the gold standard for flooring elegance. It’s warm, it’s classic, and it adds value. However, hardwood comes with demanding maintenance requirements, a high cost, and vulnerability to moisture and scratching. Today, thanks to remarkable advancements in manufacturing, laminate flooring offers a solution that gives you the premium look of…

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The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning Vinyl and Laminate Floors

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You’ve invested in beautiful, durable flooring from Buckway’s Flooring & Design—now, let’s keep it looking brand new! One of the greatest benefits of modern vinyl and laminate is their low maintenance, but using the wrong products or techniques can prematurely dull the finish or even void your warranty. As your established flooring retailer in Riverdale,…

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Resale Value: Does Vinyl or Laminate Add More to Your Home’s Worth?

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When renovating your Riverdale home, you’re making an investment. While you want to enjoy your new floors now, it’s smart to consider how the choice between Vinyl (LVP/LVT) and Laminate will impact your home’s appeal and, ultimately, its resale value. Both LVP and Laminate are highly popular, durable, and cost-effective alternatives to hardwood, but buyer…

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Laminate in the Kitchen: Choosing Water-Resistant Options for Peace of Mind

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For years, many homeowners were cautioned against installing laminate flooring in high-moisture areas like kitchens. While it offers the stunning look of hardwood at an attractive price point, its HDF (High-Density Fiberboard) core was vulnerable to swelling if exposed to standing water for too long. Fortunately, times have changed. The newest generation of laminate flooring…

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Warmth Underfoot: How Vinyl and Laminate Feel in Utah’s Climate

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When choosing new flooring for your Riverdale home, it’s easy to focus only on color and durability. But in a climate like Utah’s, where we experience chilly, long winters, comfort and warmth underfoot are just as crucial. How a floor feels—both in temperature and sound—can make a huge difference in your daily living experience. At…

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