AC ratings explained - what AC3, AC4, and AC5 actually mean for your floor's lifespan.
AC ratings (Abrasion Class) measure laminate wear-layer durability - specifically resistance to abrasion, impact, stains, and burns. The higher the number, the tougher the floor.
We don't install AC1 or AC2 - the lifespan math doesn't work for any household paying us to install professionally.
The price difference between AC3 and AC4 is small - usually under $0.50 per sq ft at the material level. The lifespan difference is real. If you're paying for professional installation, the math always favors AC4.
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