Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

It is made from a synthetic material called polyvinyl chloride plastic (PVC). The PVC is heated and pressed into thin layers that are glued together to form the planks. A wear layer is also added to help it withstand traffic patterns, pets, and active kids. A photorealistic layer and a textured surface layer are added to the top in order to depict the desired hardwood, stone, or ceramic look.

Many popular brands now also have a stone composite core added to the middle to help give it a more rigid and hardwood-like structure. This also helps with durability and life-long performance. Luxury vinyl plank flooring is a part of the resilient flooring category.

Luxury vinyl should not be confused with the other types of vinyl flooring. Other vinyl flooring options include sheet vinyl and glue down (not a rigid core vinyl).

Per square foot, on average, you can expect to spend $3 – $9, plus installation. Installation costs vary by site conditions, if removal of old flooring is needed, and more. When comparing the cost to hardwood flooring or tile, it offers significant cost savings.

Luxury vinyl flooring is very easy to install. It’s perfect for DIY and weekend projects. Most products now offer a simple click-lock or tongue and groove installation method. In many cases, you’ll just need a few basic tools.

We also offer installation services to help ensure your project goes smoothly. Having your floors professionally installed helps ensure it will be done correctly and help ensure any manufacturer warranties are maintained.

The benefits of luxury vinyl (easy to install, durable, easy to clean, and pet-friendly) make it perfect for just about any room in your home. The thick wear layer and water-resistant benefits are built to help withstand all your kitchen spills, pet accidents, and lots of traffic from family guests and kids.

Making it easy to install helps ensure your home won’t be disrupted too much or for too long during the new flooring process. Once your beautiful new floors are yours to enjoy, the low-maintenance benefit is sure to help make your life easier.

All of these benefits make luxury vinyl plank flooring one of the best flooring options on the market. It’s perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, kids’ playrooms, offices, and more.

Luxury vinyl is a low-maintenance product. Most products are now water-resistant, if not waterproof. Waterproof vinyl flooring is very popular as it helps keep water damage from occurring. So all the water spills, pet accidents, and other top-down moisture issues won’t affect the visual of your floor.

For cleaning, a light sweeping and the occasional damp mop is all you need. Sweeping with a broom or vacuum (with the bristle bar turned off) will keep it looking its best. If a cleaner is needed, be sure to use one with a neutral PH, and do not use a steam mop.

To help protect your floors throughout their lifespan, you’ll want to remember that these floors, like hardwood, are susceptible to sun damage. Thus over time, direct sunlight can fade your floors. To combat this, it’s helpful to close your blind during the day when you’re not home.