The Versatility of High Gloss Laminate Flooring and Matte Flooring

There’s no secret as to why laminate flooring from Floorless Floors is a go-to choice for many homeowners. Between the durability and affordability, it comes in a wide variety of colors and styles that fit your interior aesthetic perfectly. 

Let’s explore the differences between high-gloss laminate flooring and matte flooring in today’s post

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On-Point Aesthetics

Laminate flooring is the perfect flooring because it is able to mimic natural hardwood floors without the high price tag, and because they’re so versatile in their design aesthetic you can choose between either a shiny, gloss laminate flooring or matte option. 

How do the two styles differ? A high-gloss laminate flooring reflects light, so be prepared for a sun-drenched room if you pair this style of laminate flooring in a room full of windows. Alternately, matte flooring reflects less, so this can be great for fitness rooms, home theaters, and other environments where you don’t want a glare. 

Maintenance

Laminate flooring provides homeowners with effortless maintenance and is great for homes with kids and pets, or in high-traffic areas. When it comes to a lasting finish, matte finishes can be preferred because they tend to not highlight any major scratches and blemishes as white laminate flooring — other colors as well! — might be more prone to. 

That’s not to say that high-gloss laminate flooring is a bad choice, you may just want to reconsider where you use them. Bathrooms, laundry rooms, and sunrooms are excellent locations for high gloss laminate flooring.

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Cleaning Upkeep

Both high-gloss laminate flooring and matte laminate flooring are the same when it comes to cleaning them. Regular sweeping and weekly mopping are all that is needed to keep them in tip-top shape. Both types of laminate flooring can be subject to static and smudges, so you may consider taking extra steps to spot mop them as needed.

Get The Sheen From Floorless Floors

High gloss laminate floors deliver the most sheen and detail between the two types of styles of laminate flooring, with the perfect amount of elegance for any design aesthetic. 

Both high-gloss laminate flooring and matte flooring usher a lot of versatility to your flooring choices, but high-gloss laminate floors are great for low-traffic areas where style is a must! This is in home offices, dining rooms, and even bedrooms.

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If you’re ready to add the perfect amount of sheen to your home, shop Floorless Floors today!