Products
Luxury vinyl tile (lvt)
A product that looks like real wood and stone flooring, but provides many more practical benefits. Available in a range of shapes, sizes and effects, you can create an authentic looking floor in your home, without the practical drawbacks of natural products.
stone particle composite (spc)
Known for being 100% waterproof with unparalleled durability, these engineered luxury vinyl planks use advanced technologies to beautifully mimic natural wood and stone at a lower price point.
F.A.Q.
Commonly Asked Questions
There are three essential features of vinyl flooring that make it stand out as one of the premier materials for homeowners. First, there are many types of patterns luxury vinyl flooring can come in that will replicate a certain look or ambiance you’re trying to obtain through your floor. For instance, vinyl flooring can display wood, stone or ceramic appearances. Second, it’s an extremely durable surface, especially when it comes to moisture resistance, which is why vinyl flooring is recommended for bathrooms and kitchens. Lastly, vinyl flooring is ideal for DIY installation, regardless of how much experience homeowners have had installing floors in the past.
While both vinyl and linoleum are resilient flooring options, they are not the same. Vinyl flooring is made from artificial raw materials such as felt, fibreglass and vinyl while linoleum is produced from various natural products such as linseed oil, resin, cork shavings and wood flour.
In many cases, homeowners can install luxury vinyl flooring on top of their existing flooring. However, it depends on what type of floor you already have and what is its condition. If your existing flooring is smooth, seamless and tightly sealed, you can install vinyl over it. On the other hand, if your present floor is like sheet vinyl, it is advisable to remove it and then lay the new flooring to avoid imperfections.
The texture of the planks has a significant impact on the overall aesthetics. Luxury vinyl tiles or planks can have a textured or a smooth surface. The best quality luxury vinyl plank flooring is often textured and styled to accurately replicate the natural products and hence have a suitable texture embossed on the surface.
Vinyl flooring has a wear layer that lies between the printed design and urethane finish. It is a clear protective layer to keep the printed surface from scratches and wear. The thicker this layer, the longer your flooring will last. It can vary in thickness. This layer’s thickness is measured in mil which is 1000th of an inch.
You can opt for vinyl click flooring (SPC) or gluing-down planks and tiles (LVT). Both have a few advantages associated with them. The click-lock mechanism is gaining more popularity largely because it is easier to install and can be done without professional help. Gluing down is much stronger and permanent installation method, making it a better choice if you are thinking on a long-term basis.