Laminated flooring works well for the elderly and children because it is not as tough as marble, granite or tiles. So if you fall, the chances of a serious injury are less. Moreover, laminate floors have some amount of air gap that other forms of flooring don’t. Hence, they tend to be more springy and easier to stand on for longer periods of time. But in the interest of caution, it is best to ensure that your wood-effect tiles have an anti-skid layer.