Luxury Vinyl

Luxury vinyl flooring has become a popular choice for homeowners thanks to its durability, versatility, and realistic appearance. Available in both plank and tile formats, it can mimic the look of hardwood, stone, or ceramic while offering easy maintenance and long-lasting performance.

Construction

Luxury vinyl flooring is made of multiple layers, each serving a specific purpose:

• Wear Layer: A protective top coating that resists scratches, stains, and everyday wear.
• Photographic Layer: A high-resolution image that replicates the look of natural wood, stone, or tile.
• Core Layer: Provides stability, durability, and support for everyday use.
• Backing Layer: Adds strength, sound absorption, and additional stability.

The wear layer is especially important, as it safeguards your floor against damage and keeps it looking like new for years.

LVP vs. LVT

Shape and Design

• Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP): Designed to resemble hardwood planks. LVP comes in rectangular shapes with varying lengths and widths to mimic real wood floors.
• Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT): Designed to replicate ceramic or stone tiles. LVT is typically square or rectangular and comes in various sizes to suit different design patterns.

Appearance

• LVP: Features realistic wood grain textures and a wide range of wood species, colors, and finishes to emulate the look of authentic hardwood.
• LVT: Mimics the look of natural stone or ceramic, including marble, slate, travertine, or even concrete. LVT offers multiple patterns, textures, and colors to match any design style.

Benefits of Luxury Vinyl Flooring

• Durable: Resistant to scratches, stains, and everyday wear.
• Versatile: Suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, and other high-traffic areas.
• Realistic Appearance: Closely replicates the look of hardwood or stone at a lower cost.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to clean with sweeping or mopping; no refinishing required.
• Comfortable: Softer underfoot compared to tile or stone and quiet to walk on.