What is the difference between laminate flooring and Pergo flooring?

Pergo is the granddad of laminate floorings. It offers an extensive range of selections that look absolutely realistic. You won’t straightforwardly be able to determine if this is a synthetic or original product. You can always speak to us to know more about different laminate styles.

How much does laminate flooring cost in South Africa?

Laminate Flooring – from R380. 00 per m² (for an 8mm thick, domestic wear rated floor) to over R600. 00 per m² including VAT. Laminate flooring is the most cost effective flooring option we supply.

Is Pergo laminate good?

Pergo is one of the most popular brands of flooring on the market and offers an excellent balance between looks, durability, and affordability.

How much does Pergo cost?

The average cost for Pergo floorboards, including installation and labor costs, is approximately $6 per square foot with a range of $3 to $22 per square foot.

Which is better Pergo or hardwood?

Hardwood comes with a higher price tag, but they are easier to repair and last longer than laminate. Laminate flooring pros and cons include that it doesn’t fade or scratch as easily as hardwood, but repairs may involve redoing the whole floor.

Is Pergo waterproof?

Pergo floors are beautiful, durable, and easy to install — so you never have to compromise. It’s real engineered hardwood and it’s really waterproof! WetProtect® technology locks out liquids to provide surface & subfloor waterproof protection.

What is cheaper laminate or tile?

While the materials themselves might be close in price, their installation costs are not. We’ll explain why a little further down, but suffice to say that laminate generally costs $1–$2 per square foot to install, while tile generally costs between $5–$8 per square foot to install.

Which is better Pergo or vinyl?

Both flooring types are compatible with underfloor heating, although vinyl is slightly more efficient. Vinyl floors have the lowest thermal resistance of all Pergo flooring solutions and act as excellent thermal conductors.

Is Pergo wood or vinyl?

Pergo wood floors are engineered wood, which means they are made up of 3 layers of solid wood covered with a protective finish to guarantee optimum stability and durability.

Is Pergo cheaper than hardwood?

Sure, when comparing laminate vs hardwood cost, laminate is usually the more affordable option. But you also must look at durability, repair, and the type of room that the floor will be in.

Is Pergo OK for bathrooms?

Pergo vinyl flooring is 100% waterproof and is suitable for installation in moisture-loaded rooms such as laundry and washrooms where there is no drain in the floor. In bathrooms, showers etc where there is a drain special rules apply for protection against moisture.

Is it cheaper to do carpet or laminate?

While the up-front cost of carpet might be tempting, over time laminate flooring is cheaper than carpet. Laminate flooring is made to last and is nearly double the lifespan of an average carpet. Flooring is considered an investment, as it really becomes a permanent fixture in your home.

Is Pergo real wood?

Pergo is manufactured from composite wood pressed together at high temperatures while hardwood floors are made of harvested trees.

What happens if Pergo gets wet?

Water damages laminate flooring by soaking into the layers. Once inside the boards, it causes them to swell and warp. It also weakens the glue that holds them together and they can eventually fall apart.