What is the difference between wood and laminate?

It mostly comes down to the construction and the material used.

Solid Wood: This is 100% natural timber throughout. It’s the real deal – unique grains, natural knots, and all.

Laminate: This is a man-made product. It consists of a high-density fiberboard core topped with a high-resolution photographic layer (the “wood” look) and a clear, protective wear layer.