A decorative laminate assembly having a decorative laminate top layer
assembly. This top layer assembly includes, in descending superimposed
relationship, a decorative layer and a core layer that includes PETG.
Preferably, the top layer assembly also includes a wear resistant overlay
layer on top of the decorative layer, and the core layer's PETG is in a
sheet form. The top layer assembly is attached to a water resistant
substrate through the use of a water resistant adhesive. The decorative
laminate assembly of the present invention can be used for a variety of
purposes, including flooring applications. When the present invention is
used for flooring applications, it is preferred that the overlay layer
include wear resistant qualities and that the water resistant substrate
comprise PVC or cement fiberboard.
