A) Wear layer: This easy-to-clean surface contains aluminum oxide which protects
the floor from stains, fading and (http://maplered.com) wear.
Look for an abrasion classification (A/C) rating of at least 3 for adequate residential
use protection.
B) Image design layer: A photographic image of wood, Stone (http://g603.net) , or virtually anything
you can imagine.
C) Inner core layer: The core provides the floor's structural strength and (http://maplered.com) stability.
It is made from high-density fiberboard (HDF). The core is often impregnated
with a plastic resin called melamine to increase the floor's strength, stability
and (http://maplered.com) resistance to moisture. Products that have high levels of melamine do not
require acclimation before installation.
D) Backing layer: Found beneath the inner core, the backing is made with resin saturated
paper. It creates a moisture barrier that protects the floor from warping.
