Laminate Flooring with the Hand-scraped Wood Look

1 May 2008

When it comes to hardwood floors, the hand-scraped look is in. Finer wood-flooring makers are offering planks that are scraped by hand to create a warm vintage look. And you’ll pay for that kind of character, too, at least when it comes to hardwoods.

However, you can now get laminate flooring with the unique texture of hand-scraped wood. Obviously, no one is actually down there scraping those laminate boards with their hands, but if you want the look without the high price tag, it could be something to consider.

Numerous laminate manufacturers are offering lines, so just browse at any flooring store to see what’s out there. You can also find great deals shopping online, but you may want to actually feel a sample board for yourself before committing to a room full of the stuff.