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How to Install Laminate Flooring in Your Home

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Are you getting ready to install new laminate floors in your home? Is it feeling a bit overwhelming trying to figure out the best way to tackle the job?

Installing your own laminate floors can seem like a daunting project. If you lack the ‘handy’ gene and the idea of manual labor has you breaking out in hives, you’ll likely want to leave this project to a professional. However, if you’ve successfully completed other home renovations and are up for a new challenge, laminate flooring installation is a great skill to add to your repertoire.

Start by Selecting the Right Materials

TORLYS laminate flooring is not only stunning but exceptionally strong. Because it’s a hardwearing surface, you’ll get to spend less time worrying about if it can handle what life throws at it, and more time admiring your handy-work. You can choose from 6 designer collections that were created for every style and lifestyle. Plus, with our Uniclic® laminate floors, you’ll be able to walk on your floors as soon as you’re done.

If you’re looking for a transition free option, TORLYS has a variety of products that will cover a space that is 50’ x 50’ without having to worry about transitions. Enjoy a seamless appearance from room to room with no “speed bumps” in the doorways.

Over 90% of residential applications can be installed transition-free, so your home is likely to be clear of speed bumps. Be sure to check out the detailed instructions included with your TORLYS laminate floors when completing a transition-free installation.

Install Laminate Flooring With These Tips

Measure Twice, Shop Once

Nothing will drag out the time it takes you to finish laying laminate flooring like multiple trips to the store to buy more planks. Start by calculating the total area of the room or rooms and add 5% for waste.

Prep the Planks

Think of it as acclimating your new floors. 24 hours prior to installation, place the closed packages in the middle of the room.

Ready the Room

Out with the old, in with the new! Remove existing carpet, baseboards, quarter-rounds and thresholds. This is also a great time to ensure all doors can still open and close after installing the floor (minimum 3/8” – 1cm clearance). Don’t forget to include your underlay.

Sub-Floors Subpar?

Now that you’ve removed the existing floor covering, it’s a great time to give your sub-floor a little TLC. Repair any defects in the sub-floor and make sure it’s clean, firm, flat, dry (less than 3% moisture on concrete, 10% or less on plywood) and smooth.

If there are any loose parts or you have a creaking floor, you should secure the sub-floor with nails or screws and, if necessary, apply a levelling compound.

Decide On a Direction

When you are installing new laminate floors in a room, you should install them parallel to window light. This will make the room look larger and make the floors look natural in your home.

If you are installing the same laminate flooring throughout your entire home, start at your front door. Your floors should run perpendicular to your front door, and in the same direction through your home. This will make your entryway look longer, and create a cohesive look in your home.

If you switch directions of flooring installation in each room, it will make your home look broken up and unintentional.

Don’t Forget the Underlay

Depending on the type of subfloor you’re working with, you’ll likely need underlay. TORLYS offers a variety of underlayment options that will provide a sound deadening barrier for your floor and will also help with insulation. If you live in a condominium or apartment, check with your condo board or management company as they may have specification requirements in regards to sound ratings for your underlayment choice.

Find your nearest TORLYS dealer and talk to them about your laminate project. They’ll be able to help you pick the right flooring and help you decide if this is the kind of project you can DIY, or if you require professional installation.

Tackling a laminate flooring project that involves stairs? Check back for an upcoming article on installing laminate on stairs.

9 Answers to Your Top Laminate Flooring Questions

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Are you considering installing new laminate floors in your home? We’re sure that decision comes along with a number of questions and things you need to know before purchasing. That’s why we’ve put together this list of answers to your laminate flooring questions.

From what laminate flooring is to its lifespan and the best installation methods, we’ll answer all of your top questions in this blog post! If you have any other questions about laminate flooring or our other flooring collections, reach out to us on social media!

Answers to Your Laminate Flooring Questions

1. What is Laminate Flooring?

Laminate flooring is comprised of multiple materials fused together through a unique lamination process. Laminate floors have come a long way from the plastic-looking floors of the past. While many people believe that hardwood is the flooring of choice, today’s laminates have evolved to include innovative technology that provides beautiful, worry-free durable flooring that offers the natural wood looks that everyone wants.

When installed, most people will find it difficult to determine if these floors are hardwood or laminate. Advanced technology makes these TORLYS floors so special including:

The top finishing layer includes a transparent, wear-resistant finish that is highly resistant to stains, wear, impact, scratches, burns and household chemicals. Laminate’s durability makes it a good choice for active households, especially those with pets.

2. How Good Does It Look and How Long Does it Last?

Every TORLYS laminate floor is gorgeous; the collection features a wide range of “grains” that are virtually indistinguishable from hardwood. Laminate will give you the look of hardwood and outperform it as well. TORLYS laminate flooring provides the utmost flexibility and is extremely durable—it will stand up to traffic, kids, and pets. You’ll be able to create a statement in any room while benefiting from a floor that will endure.

3. How is Laminate Flooring Installed?

There are two options for installation: flooring retailer or DIY. All TORLYS floors are designed to be easy-to-install. No matter which option you choose, installation goes smoother thanks to TORLYS patented Uniclic® joint technology. However, if you’ve never installed flooring before, or only have a few DIY jobs under your handyman belt, it’s best to hire flooring retailer to do it for you. Dealers are experienced and come with all the tools for the job.

Before installing a finished floor, you need to take care of your subfloor first by securing loose planks and fixing damaged sections. If you don’t, it could affect the quality and performance of your laminate flooring. The subfloor also needs to be level. A subpar subfloor can result in a finished floor that is loose and squeaky. It can also cause your new laminate floor to cup and gap. If your subfloor is in poor repair, it may cost more than you want to spend to fix it, but it’s worth it.

4. How Large of a Space Can Laminate Be Installed in?

You can install laminate flooring in any size of room, but some laminate floors require transitions to reduce gaps in larger spaces. That’s not the case with TORLYS smart laminate, though! Thanks to advances in flooring technology, TORLYS smart laminate floors can be installed transition-free in spaces up to 50′ x 50‘*!

* transition-free installation does not apply to the Lexington laminate collection.

That means that if you have a large home with an open floor plan, you won’t need to install any speed bumps like transitions or mouldings to cover gaps. TORLYS smart laminate floors can also be installed through doorways and archways without transitions or mouldings. How great does is that? Just read TORLYS installation instructions on our website for complete installation details.

5. How Much Does Laminate Flooring Cost?

When it comes to laminate flooring, the saying “You get what you pay for” is extremely accurate. The price range varies for laminate—it can cost between $1.50 to just under $7.00 per square foot. The cheaper the laminate, the cheaper the materials that went into making it.

Don’t be fooled by looks either. Most laminates look very good when first installed, but it’s how the laminate performs over time that matters. Less expensive laminate doesn’t last as long as quality laminate. It will also be more prone to dents, scratches, warping, and cupping. TORLYS laminate is more expensive than $1.50 per square foot, but it’s designed to last decades and has the lifetime warranty to back it up.

Before you decide on a cheaper laminate floor, ask yourself if you want to replace your floor in a few years.

6. How is Laminate Flooring Maintained?

TORLYS laminate flooring does not need any special cleaners or treatment at all! We do recommend a TORLYS EcoCare cleaner, but you never need to wax or polish it. While you can’t refinish a laminate floor, TORLYS laminate features a hard, durable surface that is water, stain and fade resistant. Its super-strong surface also protects against scratches, but should your floor sustain any damage, restoring a TORLYS floor is easy compared to other floors.

7. Is it Easy to Repair Laminate Flooring?

You can quickly and easily repair minor scratches in TORLYS laminate floors by using a TORLYS touch-up kit. For irreparable damage, TORLYS Bulldog Easy Plank Replacer allows you switch out damaged planks, eliminating the need to replace your entire floor. If you’re questioning whether a scratch is reparable or not, don’t hesitate to reach out to your TORLYS dealer.

8. Which Direction Should You Install Laminate Flooring?

When you are installing new laminate floors in a room, you should install them parallel to window light. This will make the room look larger and make the floors look natural in your home. Now… this instruction may sound a bit confusing. What we mean is to start laying the planks of your floors along the same wall as the main source of natural light, as in the photo above.

If you are installing the same laminate flooring throughout your entire home, start at your front door. Your floors should run perpendicular to your front door, and in the same direction through your home. This will make your entryway look longer, and create a cohesive look in your home. If you switch directions of flooring installation in each room, it will make your home look broken up and unintentional.

9. How Do You Lay Laminate Flooring?

This is one of the most-asked laminate flooring questions. Like we said earlier, laying laminate flooring is best left to the professionals to reduce the risk of gaps and improper installation. For all you DIY fans, we will be sharing laminate installation tips in a future blog, so stay tuned for that.

In general, you should use boards from a number of boxes of laminate flooring to ensure a mix of colours and shades. This will prevent your floors from looking too chunky or having large variations in colour throughout the room.

We hope you learned something new about laminate flooring from this blog post! If you have any other laminate flooring questions, be sure to send us a message on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

To bring TORLYS laminate flooring into your home, stop by your local TORLYS dealer to see our beautiful floors in person!

6 Best Basement Flooring Ideas for Your Home

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For many people, the word basement brings to mind a cold, damp, dark space. Perhaps it’s just a room filled with boxes or that part of your home that houses your hot water tank and fuse box. Some might even think of it as creepy. But we’re not here to talk about the basement from your childhood. Today, basements are full of potential. Think of it as a blank canvas, waiting to become a theatre room, play space or even additional bedrooms. Choosing a basement flooring and finishing your basement not only expands your living space but also increases the value of your home.

One of the most important decisions when finishing a basement is the flooring. Whether you’re installing a basement subfloor or your new floor will be installed directly over the basement concrete floor, you want to select a product that not only looks great but is designed for an area that is prone to moisture.

Here are 6 of the best basement flooring options to make your space cozy, modern and a place you’ll love spending time in.

Basement Flooring Options for Your Home

1. CorkWood Designer

CorkWood Designer is a fantastic choice for basements thanks to its durability and the added comfort it provides in a chilly basement. It comes in extra-long, wide planks in an array of beautiful wood patterns, on-trend colours with a variety of realistic textures, so there’s sure to be an option that fits your basement vision. It also boasts a 3mm top layer and polyurethane finish equivalent to top-rated AC4 laminate. The beveled edges are sealed for increased water resistance and it’s an FSC® certified option, so it’s good for the environment too.

2. Cork Florence Designer

Cork Florence Designer flooring from TORLYS is an excellent insulating product for cold basements and a modern take on traditional cork flooring. The wide planks are the longest available in the cork collection. They are available in a variety of beautiful natural colours and styles. Each plank is richly textured, designed with a 4-sided beveled edge and complete with the TORLYS smart finish giving it the durability you want in a basement. It’s also an FSC® certified option.

3. EverWood Designer

An excellent choice for vinyl basement flooring, EverWood Designer is warm to the touch and comfortable underfoot. This series has the longest and widest planks along with trendy styles and realistic textures. EverWood Designer has 4-sided finished bevels that match easily with a contemporary colour palette. Its 0.5mm wear layer and waterproof qualities also makes this great a practical option if Fido is prone to accidents on the floor.

4. EverTile Elite

Ceramic and slate tiles can be a beautiful and practical solution for basement floors. Traditional tiles can be cold, but with EverTile Elite you get a uniquely warm and durable surface. These tiles are on-trend and come in a range of colours and textures with 4-sided bevels and a 0.5mm wear layer. Plus, they can stand up to pets*, kids, and spills. Looking for unfinished basement ideas? Check out these Pinterest inspirations.

* pet-friendly features of EverWood and EverTile apply only to pet urine, not to pet scratches.

5. Smart Hardwood

Hardwood in the basement? You bet! Smart Hardwood from TORLYS is not only beautiful, it’s gap, cup and dent resistant. Choose from a variety of rustic, crafted textures with a matte or medium gloss finish to emphasize the natural grains. This hardwood has a 4-sided bevel and is full of character, just like your new basement.

6. Don’t Forget Underlay

Even though you don’t see the underlay, it plays an important role in the durability and comfort of your new basement floor. Many TORLYS underlay options offer antimicrobial technology and a moisture barrier to protect against subfloor moisture. This is ideal in basements due to the amount of moisture that is likely present. The Safe & Sound underlay for TORLYS is great for minimizing subfloor imperfections and has unique acoustic properties. There is also the CorkPlus™ with Microban® product which is great for insulation and even offers antimicrobial protection.

Find your nearest TORLYS dealer and chat with them about your basement flooring needs. They’ll be able to recommend the right flooring and underlay for your basement. Then, you’ll be on your way to spending more time in your comfortable basement.

Planning a kitchen renovation next? Stay tuned for our upcoming post on Kitchen flooring options.

Laminate Flooring is Back in Style and Better Than Ever

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Laminate flooring has come a long way since the 1970s. While it was always affordable—and still is today—its looks left a lot to be desired. However, design advances have transformed laminate into one of the most popular flooring choices on the market. Homeowners are now turning to the realistic good looks of laminate to create absolutely stunning spaces.

How Laminate Flooring Has Changed

Technological innovations in the past few years have made laminate flooring the next big trend in flooring. It has gone from “second choice” to “sought after” thanks to advances in design and functionality. The look of laminate flooring is more realistic than ever. In fact, it’ hard to tell the difference between high-quality laminate and solid hardwood just by looking at it. Plus, laminate not only mimics hardwood, it can also take on the look of stone tiles.

The realism of the design is not only limited to its looks. Laminate’s surface can range from simple to intricate. Brushed or handscraped textures are possible, as are glossy and matte finishes. Planks have evolved too. You can now select longer and wider planks. If you choose a more exotic looking floor with lots of detail, wider planks will highlight its unique features. For wood grains that are subtle, choose narrower boards.

Hardwood vs. Laminate

Looks are no longer a differentiating factor in the hardwood/laminate debate, but what about performance? In most areas, laminate outperforms hardwood. It’s more durable—withstanding heavy traffic and it’s also easier to clean and maintain.

It isn’t a surprise that laminate costs less than hardwood. You can stretch a laminate budget further than hardwood, meaning you can get more exotic looks and still be comfortable with the cost.

Versatility

Even if a plank gets damaged, it’s easily repaired, that is if it’s a TORLYS smart floor. Thanks to the TORLYS Bulldog™ Easy Plank Replacer, you can remove individual planks and replace them without any mess or fuss. That’s true of any TORLYS smart floor.

Cleaning up after a spill is relatively easy. The key to long-lasting floors is to clean up messes, especially liquid spills, immediately. Laminate floors can also build up static, but regular sweeping or vacuuming will prevent unnecessary shocks.

Design & Options

TORLYS has made breathtaking breakthroughs in laminate flooring. These industry-leading innovations range from design and application to installation. TORLYS is always ahead of trend when it comes to patterns and hues. This year’s star: Chevron. This nostalgic pattern is bold and makes an immediate impact in a space. When used correctly, it can even create a wavy and calm feeling. If you want to create a feature wall in your home, you can even install our chevron floors on the wall!

The installation of TORLYS flooring on walls requires the use of adhesive and nails. We recommend using baseboards and crown moulding to cover the floor and ceiling edges of the floor. To complete the look, you can use a wood trim painted in an accent colour to frame the sides. If you’re installing the wall/floor yourself, begin by lying the planks on the floor first.

Floor-to-wall application is not the only laminate innovation from TORLYS. You can now install TORLYS laminate transition-free *. That means no more transitions in doorways or long hallways! The flow from room-to-room is seamless, allowing for a cleaner, flawless design.

*  Transition-free installation does not apply to Lexington collection.

New Looks in Laminate

Great looks. Great price. Amazing new applications. When you choose a TORLYS laminate floor, there isn’t a look you can’t achieve with the budget you have. All our laminate collections feature on-trend designer styles and colours. With transition-free flooring, new installation techniques and longer, wider planks, TORLYS laminate is making its way into every home.

Are you ready to see TORLYS laminate flooring in person? Visit your local TORLYS dealer or order a flooring sample today. You can also use our new room visualizer to preview what TORLYS floors will look like in your home!

Design Note: Maximize Space Without Sacrificing Comfort

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Whether it’s a home in the city or a cabin in the woods, one of today’s hot renovation trends is to maximize living space. Rather than endure moving, ambitious renovators are taking down walls, installing bigger windows and changing out old patio doors with double glass doors or sliders. The result is an open airy space with better traffic flow and lots of room for family and friends to gather.

However, with every renovation benefit comes a challenge or two to overcome. Depending on the finishing materials, oversize rooms can lose acoustic qualities. They also tend to become a little drafty. Even if energy efficient windows and doors are installed, an expanded great room with more windows will be cooler. To maintain comfort (and avoid cold feet), install surfaces that are textured, soft or have insulating qualities.

Cozy Up Your Fabric

Upholstery fabrics like chenille, velvet or cotton twill are soft to the touch and wonderfully comfortable.

Pillows, Throws and Scatter Mats

You can never have too many soft accessories in a family room. Toss cushions and throws encourage afternoon naps while scatter mats keep the chill of tile or hardwood floor at bay.

Ultimate in Beauty and Warmth – TORLYS CorkWood™

Until recently, the only hardwood options were real wood or a laminate version of wood. Both are great options in terms of style, but neither promote terrific acoustics or add warmth under foot. Cork, on the other hand, is a natural material known for its sound absorption qualities, resilience and heat retention.

Good news! TORLYS just introduced an amazing line of gorgeous cork flooring featuring hardwood-style planks! The collection is called CorkWood, and its floors combine the beauty of wood, the resilience of laminate and all the comfort and warmth of cork.

Want to install TORLYS CorkWood in your home? Visit your local TORLYS dealer today!

TORLYS SuperSolid Design Ideas for Your Home

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How to Use SuperSolid in Your Home

TORLYS SuperSolid floors are solid wood floors, constructed from three layers of the same species of wood in either oak or birch. We offer three different collections available in a variety of beautiful colours and sizes that create a warm, inviting impression. The 100% hardwood core provides stability and long-lasting performance, and the best-in-class Klumpp topcoat maintains the natural wood structure.

The benefit of constructed hardwood is its engineered core that resists any cupping and gapping, and reduces environmental impact. You get the warmth and beauty of real wood along with a reliable construction.

We’ve outlined several Interior design styles below and selected the SuperSolid floor that would pair perfectly.

Perfect Symmetry

Design symmetry occurs when, from right to left, the furniture, lighting and décor placement almost mirror each other. The result is a smart, handsome, elegant and inviting space, perfect for entertaining.

There is an important design feature, however, that will elevate symmetry from predictable to interesting—texture. Both visual texture (character, wood grains and lighting effects) and tactile texture (soft, plush fabrics and a lush area rug) can contribute greatly to the success of the design.

TORLYS SuperSolid 7 Harbour View Oak features a unique wood grain with mineral streaks, varying colours and natural-looking knots. This TORLYS floor’s varied appearance makes a statement.

Simply Sophisticated

It’s rare to find a space that boasts both sophisticated style and simple serenity. Rich, textured surfaces and fabrics blend effortlessly in shades of taupe and mocha. Sharp black accents can give the space structure and form. To emulate this style in your own home, select solid versus patterned fabrics, minimize decorative accents, and keep the furniture site line low. TORLYS SuperSolid 7 Ragged Rock Oak texture and character will set the stage for the rich neutral tones.

Sophisticated Shades of Gray

To create a master bedroom that is the ultimate in sophistication, consider going gray. Keep the tones very soft and warm to avoid the room becoming dark and drab. The lightest gray should be almost white. Next, select deeper shades of gray (varying in small degrees) to attain the perfect balance of warmth and luxury. Decorative accents in polished nickel, brushed platinum, crystal and sparkling white will add class and sparkle. TORLYS SuperSolid 7 Beach Grove Oak is the perfect hardwood floor for any room featuring shades of gray. The vintage character of the oak and its different shades of gray will create a soft, subtle space where you can relax and spoil yourself.

Modern Purity

Interior design trends are following in the footsteps of nature. Instead of manipulating natural materials into something totally different, designers are celebrating what Mother Nature delivers in its original form. Natural, matte finished stone, wood with natural grain patterns, and soft, imperfect organic shapes are key trends. This modern dining room features a surprising level of comfort and warmth through the character and charm of the materials. TORLYS SuperSolid 7 Sedgebrook Oak is a perfect example of a natural hardwood floor that highlights raw beauty in a soft neutral tone. The effect is rustic without being harsh. Mother Nature would be proud!

Industrial Strength

The look is rough, rugged and often described as brutal. Industrial interior décor employs basic raw materials and purposely exposes the inner workings of the building to make a one-of-a-kind statement. Rough concrete walls, iron pipes, factory task lighting and exposed duct work are eye-catching elements. To warm the look of the room, and give it a touch of style, textured hardwood flooring is perfect. TORLYS SuperSolid 7 Portland Oak has a rich brown, wire brushed finish that exposes the vintage quality of the oak.

Vintage Provence

You can create the warmth and charm of a vintage French country cottage by following a few simple rules.

  • First, keep the walls creamy white. If you insist on colour, keep it very soft with just a hint of gray.
  • Second, wrought iron details for the lighting, hardware and railings are a perfect touch—strong, yet delicate.
  • Third, very few homes have exposed beams, but faux versions are easy to build and install. Keep the finish natural and distressed.
  • Fourth, choose natural white oak for both flooring and décor. TORLYS SuperSolid 7 Wildwood Oak is perfect—the planks are wide and long and feature unique character and texture.
  • Finally, complete the look with one or two distressed antiques (leave the peeling paint alone!), and you will have created your own one-of-a-kind Vintage Provence space.

Are you looking to incorporate TORLYS SuperSolid floors into your home? Visit a TORLYS dealer  for personalized advice on creating the perfect space for you.

Love Change: The Redecorating Season is Coming!

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Let’s be honest, summer 2017 has been temperamental and soggy. Thankfully, in just a few weeks a new season arrives for us to enjoy—FALL! This season brings bright sunny days, cool crisp evenings, holiday anticipation, and of course, the changing of the leaves.

Fall is also the number one season for interior renovations. It’s the perfect time to take a look at your living and dining spaces and give them a facelift. A new coat of paint is easy and inexpensive and changing outdated lighting will add sparkle to any room. However, the best investment you can make is to upgrade your floors to hardwood.

Change your flooring

Hardwood flooring will add beauty, warmth, comfort and luxury to any room. In the past, hardwood was not always an option if the climate you lived in experienced extreme temperatures and humidity shifts. If you lived in a condo apartment, you had to forget about hardwood—its cement foundation was too unstable. But thanks to TORLYS, those problems are no longer issues! TORLYS has engineered a hardwood floor that will perform beautifully in any condition or climate!

TORLYS SuperSolid

Introducing TORLYS SuperSolid flooring, a superior hardwood floor designed for stability and long-lasting performance. The patented 100% hardwood core construction allows the floor to be installed above and below grade—even over radiant heat. The floor has been designed to resist gapping, cracking and splitting even with humidity and temperature shifts.

TORLYS SuperSolid hardwood also offers stunning design features. The planks are long and vary in width; from 5″, to the newly introduced 6″ collection, to the 7″ series. The SuperSolid collection features a beautiful array of the latest hardwood colours, character and finishing options.

Creamy layers of rich neutrals make this space calm and inviting. The unique character of the TORLYS hardwood floor adds charm and texture.

Avoid the starkness of modern interiors by adding materials with texture and character. In this space, the brick wall, reclaimed vintage furniture, and rich grain of the TORLYS hardwood floor create a handsome, yet comfortable bedroom.

The luxury and comfort of grey come together in this relaxing living area. The rich grain character of the TORLYS hardwood floor complements the fieldstone fireplace and organic inspired details perfectly.

Natural white oak hardwood is the ideal flooring for almost any room because it works with many different décors. The clean, organic feel to this TORLYS floor gives the room a warm, contemporary feel. Simple, yet sophisticated.

Introducing TORLYS EverWood Designer Collection!

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TORLYS is proud to introduce the latest addition to our luxury vinyl series: EverWood Designer. This flooring features precision crafted planks with a wide and long specification (7”W x 72”L).

Beautiful Designs

The wood profiles have been carefully selected by our design team to reflect the latest trends in patterns, colours and textures. Every plank is softly embossed and features a fashionable four-sided bevel edge and a low-gloss finish. EverWood Designer is exactly what you want in a high quality floor—performance and looks!

Superb Durability

Every EverWood floor is waterproof, warm, quiet and beautiful. However, this flooring has an extra-added benefit: Microban® antimicrobial product protection built into the cork backing. This protection helps your floor resist the growth of mould and mildew, making EverWood Designer one-of-a-kind for beauty and performance.

No other luxury vinyl floor combines the unique scientific benefit of Microban® product protection with outstanding looks and high traffic durability. EverWood is also pet friendly*, waterproof and carries one of the best warranties in the industry.

*Protected for pet urine only.

Why EverWood?

Although they’re beautiful and classic, hardwood floors tend to dent easily and don’t react well to water. Tiles are cold underfoot, crack easily from dropped objects, and need to be clean frequently to prevent the grout from staining. Luxury vinyl floors require very little maintenance and are easy to clean. Our EverWood Designer collection brings the beauty of hardwood together with the durability of laminate to create the perfect, long-lasting floors for a busy, stylish household.

EverWood at Home

Whether the space is a vintage cottage, an industrial loft or a modern suburban bungalow, EverWood Designer flooring fits perfectly. Its softly-aged colour range and textured surface complement the natural character of the floor’s design. Most importantly, you’ll never have to compromise on style when you choose this flooring.

To inspire you, browse the complete selection of EverWood Designer floors at our website. And if you’re interested in learning more about our latest addition to our luxury vinyl series, visit your local TORLYS dealer to see our EverWood floors in person.

5 Things to Consider Before Choosing Your Cottage Flooring

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When you’re at your summer home or cottage, you don’t want to be worrying about maintaining your floors. We bet you’d rather spend your time away from home with your family and friends, wouldn’t you? That’s why it’s important to choose the perfect cottage flooring that will age with your cottage for years to come.

We’ve put together our top pieces of advice for choosing the ideal flooring for your cottage, so keep reading:

Choosing Your Cottage Flooring

Vacations represent relaxation and a simpler lifestyle with fewer rules. Kids and dogs are allowed to run in and out from the beach, we ignore the “no shoes in the house” policy, and generally let the housework slide a little. Cottage flooring needs to stand up to all of these demands and be low-maintenance when it comes to cleaning.

1. Hard Surface Flooring Dries Quickly

Carpet or broadloom provide warmth on a chilly evening, but there are pitfalls when it comes to day-to-day living. Carpet holds in the dirt, and when combined with moisture, will stain and produce mildew and odour. Often, summer homes do not have the best ventilation, so drying out a carpet is challenging. If you close up your cottage or cabin for the winter, germs and odours can get trapped in the carpet and multiply. For these reasons, after a few short years, you will likely need to replace your carpet.

Hard surface flooring is by far the best choice for a vacation home. Whether its hardwood, cork, laminate or luxury vinyl tile, any one of these materials will meet the demands of vacation living.

2. Elevate With Hardwood

If you want your cottage décor to reflect the natural beauty of the outdoors, then hardwood is a great choice. It can be a little more expensive, but it definitely adds to the resale value of your getaway home. Red oak, white oak, and maple are all hardwood species that are tough and less likely to scratch.

If you are looking for a vintage feel to your space and feel that scratches add charm, then softer woods such as walnut, hickory or pine are perfect. Also, look for a hardwood floor finish that is less likely to show dust and everyday wear and tear. Lower gloss levels, wire brushed or hand scraped finishes are great at maintaining that cottage charm and disguising the dirt.

TORLYS smart hardwood is available in many species, including oak, walnut, and even bamboo.

3. Engineered Hardwood or Solid Hardwood

If you have your heart set on hardwood and you are not concerned about keeping your floor looking showroom perfect, then engineered hardwood is a great choice. Engineered hardwood floors are designed to resist warping caused by temperature and moisture variation. But, they still give you the look and feel of hardwood.

TORLYS SuperSolid hardwood features long, wide planks and a best-in-class KLUMPP finish.

4. CorkWood is Warm and Comfortable

If your vacation property is open all year or you’re looking for a softer, quieter hard surface floor check out CorkWood flooring from TORLYS. CorkWood was created to provide all the best-liked benefits of other floors in one superior, all-inclusive floor. It combines the authenticity of natural wood with the durability of laminate and comfort of an innovative hardwearing and eco-friendly cork floor. TORLYS CorkWood is an engineered construction that allows the floor to expand and contract with temperature change, avoiding warping or gaps. This means it is perfect for a seasonal property and is quite a durable flooring option.

TORLYS CorkWood is available in on-trend colours that include a wonderful range of vintage-inspired floors. Vintage is the perfect décor for country vacation homes, it’s relaxing, forgiving and delivers maximum comfort and charm.

5. Alternatives to Wood

If your vacation home is adjacent to a body of water you know the challenges of keeping your furniture and floors clean and dry. TORLYS offers both high-quality laminate flooring and the latest luxury vinyl tile EverWood, both designed to handle high traffic, sand, and sea!

Laminate was originally designed as an alternative to wood. It offers the look of hardwood but stands up to tough conditions – the perfect cottage flooring.

TORLYS also offers EverWood and EverTile, two lines of luxury vinyl flooring that is specifically designed to resist water and stay stylish. EverWood and EverTile also feature Microban® antimicrobial product protection that inhibits the growth of mould and mildew should water get under the floors. Take a look at how TORLYS laminate and vinyl plank flooring work with the latest coastal and cottage interiors.

To bring TORLYS floors into your cottage, visit your local TORLYS dealer to see our floors in person. You can also order samples of floors you want to see in your home.

CorkWood – The Perfect Kitchen Partner

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We demand more from our kitchen—in performance and looks—than any other room in the house. That’s why CorkWood, TORLYS latest innovation in cork flooring, delivers the beauty of wood, the durability of laminate and the wonderful comfort of cork!

CorkWood features the grain character of wood in a variety of colours, making it a perfect match for any decor. If you are thinking about a kitchen renovation, we’ve created some custom designs featuring CorkWood for inspiration.

CorkWood Flooring: Traditional Elegance

Hello, tall, dark and handsome! The cabinet tones are rich, the granite is dramatic and the hammered copper farm sink is perfect. This design can extend from a traditional dining or living room, or work in a standalone kitchen.

CorkWood Designer’s Briarwood Walnut maintains the rich deep tones of the island cabinet, while CorkWood Elite’s Windemere Oak complements the warm honey of the wall cabinets.

CorkWood Flooring: Shades of Grey

Over the past few years, grey has become one the most popular kitchen neutrals. It can add a vintage touch to a country kitchen but also work in a sleek modern space. This kitchen pairs grey with shades of cream and uses texture as a key design element.

The texture and grain patterns of CorkWood flooring make it a perfect choice. Options include CorkWood Designer’s Port Royal Walnut for a classic look, or to emphasize the vintage quality, CorkWood Designer’s Fairwinds Oak is an ideal choice.

To create the perfect farmhouse kitchen, keep your design choices simple, clean and natural—white Shaker style cabinetry, white subway tile backsplash and pewter hardware. To add country charm, think painted plank or embossed tin ceilings, an enamel sink and vintage appliances. Rustic wood counter tops and flooring will add natural warmth.

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