Laminate vs Veneer

Laminate (Finish)

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Veneer (Finish)

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Laminate (Maintenance)

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Veneer (Maintenance)

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Laminate (Cost)

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Veneer (Cost)

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Laminate (Resistance)

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Veneer (Resistance)

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Laminate vs Veneer

Find the difference between laminates and veneers

Laminate (Finish)

Gives a plastic-like finish to various surfaces of your home

Veneer (Finish)

Gives a natural wood-like finish to various surfaces of your living space

Laminate (Maintenance)

Requires almost no maintenance to last long

Veneer (Maintenance)

Requires time-to-time polishing to maintain lustre & last longer

Laminate (Cost)

Comparatively cheaper, as it is manufactured in the factory

Veneer (Cost)

Veneers are more expensive due to its high cost of production

Laminate (Resistance)

Scratch and abrasion resistant, as it has a hard surface

Veneer (Resistance)

Veneers are not resistant to scratch, abrasion, and moisture

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