Laminate Flooring is made from several layers of synthetic materials.  These materials are usually comprised of melamine resin and bonded together by formaldehyde during the lamination process.

It’s possible to make laminate flooring mimic other natural flooring like hardwood and stone by covering the flooring with a photo top layer.  In high end laminate flooring the top layer resists stain and wear better than most hardwood flooring.

Laminate flooring is one of the more inexpensive flooring options on the market and does not sacrifice much in the realm of durability and appearance.  And because this type of flooring is relatively easy to install it gives DIY enthusiasts a way to save additional money.