Sorry - newsreader lost the start of this thread, so I have to reply here...

To attempt to answer the OP's question:

Pergo is very good as far a laminate goes - I've used the Pergo click stuff
(from Allied Carpets) and it's a doddle.

Best laid on either laminate underlay foam or green fibre board (all in the
laminate section of the store).

A vapour barrier sheet of polythene might be an idea too.

Minimal tools:

http://www.screwfix.com/prods/64749/...ng-Fitting-Kit

and a means of cutting. I found a jigsaw with a double-edged worktop blade
very good, with no surface splintering.

HTH

Tim