News — AC Rating

Laminate Floor AC Ratings Why AC Ratings? An important step in choosing a laminate floor is determining the level of durability you required for your project.  The AC (Abrasion Class) is a certified rating system to gauge how well the flooring will hold up under different conditions. How are AC ratings determined? An important factor in determining the AC rating is abrasion resistance. Other factors tested include staining, impact, heat, and moisture. If a laminate floor is not rated it has not been tested or has failed in one of the areas of testing. Here are the Five Levels of...