Q. What is a laminate flooring AC rating?

A. AC hardness ratings are a standardized measure adopted by The Association of European Producers of Laminate Flooring (ELPF) . The AC measure rates abrasion resistance, impact resistance, resistance to staining and cigarette burns, and thickness swelling along edges. If a laminate flooring cannot meet the requirements for each of these ratings, approval for a given AC rating will be denied. All laminate flooring distributed by MJ Flooring has a minimum punishment class of 23 for residential use (heavy) and 31 for commercial use (moderate), or an AC3 rating. AC ratings 4 and 5 are equally suitable for residential use as AC3 but somewhat more suitable for high traffic commercial applications. AC ratings below 3 are recommended for low traffic residential use only. Here is a more detailed guide:

• AC1 is suitable for lighter, more infrequent traffic, e.g. a bedroom.
• AC2 is suitable for general residential use in living rooms and dining rooms.
• AC3 can be applied to more varied locations, such as small offices and other light commercial location
• AC4 can be installed in higher traffic commercial areas such as boutiques, busier offices, and restaurant
• AC5 is more durable still and can withstand the traffic of heavier commercial areas such as department stores and public buildings.

Q. What is the wear rating for your product?

A. All laminate flooring products from MJ Flooring have an AC3 rating (suitable for all residential applications in addition to light commercial applications such as hotel rooms and small offices).

Q. How do I replace one plank of my flooring due to damage?

A. If the plank that needs replacing is close to the edge of the room, simply disassemble the floor to the position of the plank to be replaced and then reinstall the plank(s). There is a more complicated procedure if you need to replace a single hard-to-get-to plank. Call your MJ Flooring product specialist who will be pleased to email or fax you the specific instructions.

Q. What is the difference between a brown core and a green core in laminate flooring?

A. The cores are the same. The green product is a result of a coloring agent added to the adhesive in the manufacturing of the High Density Fiberboard (HDF) core in response to general market preference.

Q. How do I repair minor scratches?

A. Minor scratches or nicks can be repaired with laminate floor repair paste. This can be purchased in most retail flooring stores.