Introduced in the U.S. in the mid-1990s, laminate flooring was the first truly new flooring option to come along in decades – and it enjoyed instant popularity among consumers looking for beautiful, durable, low maintenance flooring. In 1995, Wilsonart – known for nearly 50 years as the leading manufacturer of high pressure laminate – began its own journey into the world of laminate flooring.

After establishing itself as the preferred name for quality laminate flooring among independent retailers and homeowners, Wilsonart officially launched Wilsonart Commercial Flooring in 1996. The company found acceptance for its flooring in a variety of commercial applications in six primary market segments: healthcare, retail, corporate, hospitality, multi-family housing and education.

In mid-2007, Wilsonart Commercial Flooring launched an entirely new design line that was specifically developed for the commercial market. Comprised of 30 unique, cutting edge visuals, the product line includes three main categories: woodgrains, specialties and tiles.

All Wilsonart Commercial Flooring products feature Permaplex High Pressure Laminate (HPL) construction which provides superior performance and durability. Combined with the unmatched styling and design represented by the 2007 design line, Wilsonart Commercial Flooring is a viable option for commercial environments that require high style, low maintenance flooring.

Wilsonart Flooring is a business unit of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW), Glenview, Illinois. ITW is a $14.1 billion in revenues diversified manufacturer of highly engineered components and industrial systems and consumables. The company consists of approximately 750 business units in 49 countries and employs some 55,000 people.