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Choose luxury vinyl for durable waterproof floors
Waterproof flooring has been gaining popularity in many homes, especially homes with families and pets. Ideal in bathrooms and kitchens, it is known for its durability and affordability. Luxury vinyl floors come in many different styles and textures and can be installed in any room of the home.
How waterproof is waterproof?
While most luxury vinyl flooring (LVF) has high water resistance, it cannot necessarily be fully submerged. The material that they are composed of is indeed fully waterproof. Where this type of flooring differs from traditional vinyl flooring is how it is applied. This flooring comes in individual tiles (LVT) or planks (LVP) instead of one large sheet-like vinyl floors. If excessive amounts of water seep into the seams between panels for extended lengths of time, damage can occur. However, it is still the most waterproof flooring on the market and is an excellent option for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.
Luxury vinyl plank flooring (LVP)
For homeowners desiring wood floors without the hassles of upkeep and maintenance, LVP is realistic and durable. It can be installed on any type of subfloor and comes in individual planks.These planks have a thicker construction than standard vinyl and can be made with PVC or a more rigid core called WPC. WPC stands for wood plastic composite. This combination of materials generally includes PVC, plasticizers, foaming agents, wood-like materials, and limestone. These planks are made with WPC cores that are dense and very comfortable underfoot thanks to the foaming agent that makes up the core. This foaming agent also supplies excellent sound absorption for those heavily traveled spaces. They come in many different styles and textures to resemble real wood. They are a perfect solution for homeowners wanting to continue the hardwood look they’ve created into rooms that hardwood cannot be installed.
Luxury vinyl tile (LVT)
Where planks resemble real hardwood planks, LVT flooring resembles real ceramic tile floors. These tiles come in rigid tile squares and look like real stone. Unlike stone or ceramic tile, this waterproof tile floor won’t crack or chip and does not have dirt susceptible grout. Just like the planks, this vinyl tile can come in a more hardy core option. SPC, or stone plastic composite, is primarily composed of limestone which gives it a leg up on durability over all other LVF. Though not as thick as WPC, this flooring is denser and has the option to apply acoustic backing for additional soundproofing.
Visit us for waterproof flooring in Marcy, NY
Waterproof flooring is an ideal home solution for basements, bathrooms, kitchens, and active lifestyles. Choose Inserra’s Flooring Outlet located in Marcy, NY to help you explore all of your luxury vinyl tile flooring options. Inserra’s Flooring Outlet is a premier flooring retailer servicing Marcy, NY, Utica, NY, Rome, NY, Frankfort, NY, Whitesboro, NY, and New Hartford, NY. We pride ourselves on quality customer care and premium flooring materials. Call us or visit our showroom to schedule your free in-home estimate today.
