Time-Saving Locking-Laminates Offer Texture, Luster F f A new kind of locking system speeds up the installation of laminate flooring. (NAPSA)—A new kind of installation system is expected to be a lock with homeowners seeking a time-saving option for laminate flooring. Locking-laminate flooring offers a tight fit and a strong bond, with a locking profile system, precisionengineered for long-term performance. Because this kind of system doesn’t require glue, it can be installed up to 50 percent faster than tongue-and-groove designs. It also helps avoid problems sometimes associated with traditional laminate floors, including open seams and excessglue haze. “The locking-laminate provides a smoother andeasier installation process, with less disruption to the home environment,” says Kevin Bierderman, Armstrong. “Since no glue is used in the process, drying time is not an issue, and furniture can be put back in place immediately after installation.” Because Armstrong Laminate Flooring is a floating floor, it does not have to be nailed or glued to the sub floor. It can be installed over most existing floors, includ- ing concrete, vinyl, wood and even some indoor/outdoor carpet. In addition, there is no need to sand, nail, stain or seal it, as with tradi- tional hardwoodfloors. Armstrong’s award winning Nature’s Gallery” Collection with the glueless ArmaLock Installation System™ (Design Journal’s Awards for Design Excellence 2001; Popular Mechanics’ 2002 Design & Engineering Awards) combines natural colors and lusters, as well as realistic textures, embossing and dimension, to emulate actual wood andstone looks in a durable, easy-to-clean laminate. Armstrong Laminate Floors are warranted for 20 years against fading, staining, wear-through, moisture and manufacturing defects. More information can be found at www.armstrong.com.
