There are several varieties of laminate flooring available in the market. Normally, laminate flooring installed in a room is actually floated on the surface of a sub-floor. This kind of installation should be avoided on the stairs as it can be dangerous and lead to a fall. Therefore, select the laminate flooring that are found in the form of self-adhesive tiles. They are easier to install as well. They have sound absorbing layers that are perfect for the stairs. Thus, you do not have to bother about the loud noise of footsteps every time someone uses the stairs. In some of the laminate flooring, the top layer is textured or slightly rough. Many people opt for this because they can hold on to the dirt and soil carried by the shoes into the house. Thus, it helps to keep the flooring inside the house clean. Last but not the least, always choose a high quality laminate flooring, because low quality laminate flooring are very slippery. As a result, anybody can fall down from the stairs.