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Luxury Vinyl Plank

Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) represents a revolution in resilient flooring, offering realistic wood visuals with complete waterproof performance. Multiple construction layers include rigid or flexible cores, photorealistic imagery, and enhanced wear layers that resist scratches, stains, and daily abuse. The waterproof nature of LVP makes it suitable for every room including bathrooms, kitchens, and basements where hardwood would fail. Comfort underfoot exceeds tile and rivals carpet, while durability handles pets, children, and heavy traffic. Modern LVP is virtually indistinguishable from real wood in appearance.

Key Characteristics

  • ✓100% waterproof construction
  • ✓Realistic wood visuals
  • ✓Comfortable underfoot
  • ✓Scratch and stain resistant
  • ✓Click-lock installation
  • ✓Works in wet areas

Types & Variations

WPC core (softer, warmer)
SPC core (rigid, durable)
Loose lay (no click, repositionable)
Glue-down LVP (permanent)
Enhanced LVP (thicker wear layer)

Works Well With These Styles

All styles versatile application

Placement & Usage Tips

For best results, ensure subfloors are flat (not necessarily level)—LVP telegraphs imperfections. Use transitions at doorways between rooms and where flooring meets different materials.

💡 Pro Tip

Consider wear layer thickness: 12 mil suits light residential, 20 mil handles active households, 28+ mil provides commercial-grade protection. Thicker wear layers cost more but last significantly longer.

Related Terms

Luxury Vinyl Tile

Premium vinyl flooring in tile form that realistically mimics stone or ceramic, offering waterproof durability and easy maintenance.

Laminate Flooring

A multi-layer synthetic flooring product with a photographic layer simulating wood, stone, or other materials beneath a protective overlay.

Waterproof Flooring

Flooring materials engineered to be completely impervious to water, essential for bathrooms, kitchens, and basements.

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