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If you're redecorating your home, and want to put in some new floors, then you want to find a flooring material that is both beautiful and inexpensive. Of course hardwood really looks classy, but it costs more than you want to spend. Pergo flooring provides an answer to your needs. It imitates hardwood so well that it takes an expert to see the difference -- and the cost is quite a bit less than real hardwood.

Since the Pergo name is so well-known, it's hard to believe that it was invented only about 30 years ago, and wasn't sold in the United States until 1994. It was an immediate success, especially after Home Depot began selling it in their retail stores. Ten years later, Pergo opened a manufacturing facility in North Carolina.

What is it about Pergo flooring that has made it the leading seller of flooring in the world? I think basically it's because of its combination of quality materials, ease of installation, and worry-free maintenance. No matter which room you're re-flooring, there's a Pergo floor to suit. Pergo has more design patterns than any other brand. And its composition makes it moisture, scratch, and stain resistant. It's also healthier because it doesn't use any of the chemicals found in other types of flooring.

Pergo floors are made of four layers that are sealed together under pressure to provide a sturdy board. The first layer is made of wear-resistant aluminum oxide, which is transparent, allowing the second layer, which carries a photograph of the design, to show through. Then comes the thick melanine-impregnated fiberboard layer that gives strength to the board. And on the bottom is a plastic layer to protect the inner layers from moisture.

Pergo flooring comes in a wide variety of styles, made to resemble just about any type of wood -- it can even imitate stone or tile. You have a choice of colors to match the decor of the rest of your room. And the planks come in a variety of widths and lengths, so you can lay them in a natural-looking random pattern.

Installation is simple enough that most DIY'ers should be able to do it without professional help, saving thousands of dollars in fees. It is a "floating" floor - not attached to the sub-floor, so it can be laid right over older flooring. Most Pergo flooring has a unique tongue-and-groove system that requires no glue. The fit is so tight that no dirt can get in between the panels, making it ideal for people that are allergic to dust.

After your Pergo floor is installed, you won't have much work to do to maintain it. Just sweep regularly, and maybe mop it occasionally to remove ordinary stains. Wax is never necessary -- it's bad for the floor! Any stains that aren't removed by mopping with a light detergent can be taken out using nail-polish remover. And Pergo makes a special putty that you can use in case you get deep scratches or dents.

Once your new Pergo floor is installed, and you've allowed a day or two for it to acclimate itself, why not throw a party? If one of your guests spills something, you can demonstrate how easy it is to clean up the mess. After all, it's a Pergo floor!