- Pergo is made and distributed by Mohawk. Quick-Step is a Unilin (Belgium) brand, and Unilin is owned by Mohawk. In Canada, TORLYS distributes Quick-Step.
- Pergo's water coverage varies a lot by line: XP gives you 30 minutes for spills, while the WetProtect lines also cover the subfloor from topical spills.
- Quick-Step in Canada falls under the TORLYS laminate warranty, with no time limit on standing surface water. You have to register within 90 days.
- With either brand, compare the exact line, not just the brand name.
Side by side
| Pergo | Quick-Step (Canada) | |
|---|---|---|
| Who | Mohawk Industries | Unilin brand, distributed by TORLYS |
| Residential warranty | Lifetime on most laminate lines (some pro-rated) | TORLYS lifetime, transferable, not pro-rated (if registered) |
| Water on the surface | XP: 30-minute spill limit. Outlast+: "waterproof" system. WetProtect: also covers the subfloor from topical spills | No time limit on surface water, if installed to TORLYS instructions |
| Still excluded | Plumbing and appliance leaks, floods, heat and sun | Floods, plumbing leaks, water underneath |
| Fine print to watch | Non-transferable; original owner, first install | Register within 90 days; some older "designer" lines had shorter water terms |
Our take
- For kitchens and open-plan main floors, choose a line with real water coverage: Pergo's WetProtect or Outlast+ lines, or Quick-Step under the TORLYS surface-waterproof warranty.
- Check the AC rating. AC4 is the one for pets and busy homes.
- Register Quick-Step through TORLYS the day it's installed.
Sources: Pergo · Quick-Step · TORLYS.
Common questions
Is Pergo laminate waterproof?
It depends on the line. Pergo XP is spill-resistant, with a 30-minute limit. Outlast+ and the WetProtect lines carry waterproof coverage, and WetProtect also covers subfloor damage from topical spills. Floods and leaks are excluded.
Who distributes Quick-Step in Canada?
TORLYS distributes Quick-Step laminate in Canada, and it's covered by the TORLYS laminate warranty.
Are Pergo and Quick-Step the same company?
Both are tied to Mohawk Industries. Mohawk makes Pergo and owns Unilin, the Belgian company behind Quick-Step. They're sold and warrantied separately.
Who's writing this: Rose and Thorn Flooring is a flooring company in Surrey, BC. We install floors for a living, so yes, we'd love to do yours. But nobody pays us to say nice things about a product, and we don't earn commission from any brand. If something here is wrong or out of date, text us at 604-716-4160 and we'll fix it.