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We tested 50 different models of six different flooring materials for performance and durability. - We look for resistance to:
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Renewable bamboo and low-cost plastic laminates provided the best performance and easiest installation.
Flooring buying guide
Performance varied even within the same brands, so consider the model as well as the material. And be sure to verify green claims.
Can this flooring be saved?
We asked Sprigg Lynn, owner of Universal Floors in Washington, D.C., about the most common wood-floor problems.
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