Laminate vs LVP: Choose The Ideal Floor Today

Staring at samples of laminate vs lvp online can feel a bit disconnected. Without being the room or holding a sample, its easy to be unsure which to pick. It can feel like choosing between two equally enticing desserts—both have their unique appeal.

Laminate flooring wins hearts with its ability to mimic the beauty and feel of real wood. It's affordable, durable, and looks really good. But, let a little water spill, and its charming looks will curdle into a horrific disaster. 

On the other hand, LVP steps up with an unbeatable waterproof construction. It’s moisture-resistant, durable, and can emulate both stone and wooden floors. It will install easily with click lock inserts, all while laughing in the face of liquid spills. But there’s a trade-off—those footsteps might sound a little louder than you’d like.

As a homeowner who’s walked, cleaned, and lived on both laminate and LVP, I’m here to help you understand their differences. From construction details to maintenance tips, this guide has everything you need to confidently pick the flooring that’s just right for your home. Let’s settle this flooring debate once and for all!

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Shaw Luxury Vinyl Plank Gallery – Floorte Pro Series

The Shaw Luxury Vinyl Plank Gallery is a high quality SPC flooring series of products! Any vinyl plank floors from Shaw’s Floorte Pro Collections are quality options for you home. We made this page on our website to help you purchase an LVP floor from Shaw easier with extra information. We list out the plank thicknesses, wear layers, rigid core compositions, and enhanched texture graphics that should be imprtant for you. None of the specs mentioned can help pass the "Do I actually I like it, ... Read more...

LifeProof Vinyl Plank Flooring: Vinyl Flooring Guide

Luxury vinyl flooring is the fastest growing segment of the flooring industry. It growing faster than my need for quick naps throughout the day. This trend has been going on for a few years now.   It makes sense though. They are extremely durable, look great, and install easily. Oh...and they can be cheaper than hardwood floors. So how does a DIY enthusiast go about shopping for a quality scratch resistant LVP floor? Should you pick the one you find most attractive? Or the cheapest one? ... Read more...

Easy Floor To Install: What Floors Are The Easiest?

  My and I were often helpers for floor installation jobs all too often. I grew up in the flooring business with my father. I wanted to watch the boob tube in the air-conditioned office instead. Keeping Mom company was much more fun to me. But Dad had other hard working ideas than I did at the time.    In retrospect, Dad was right to take us out, get to work, and learn a bunch. Hey, we made some pretty good money too! What a person learns over years of installing flooring is ... Read more...

Common Mistakes when Installing Vinyl Plank Flooring

Vinyl plank flooring is still the new kid on the block when talking about flooring products. Plenty of common installation mistakes can ruin a vinyl plank flooring installation. These mistakes can prevent you from having a beautiful finish for your luxury vinyl plank floor. We hope this guide can make the process easier and more efficient. Click lock vinyl plank is supposed to lay down easy right? Firstly, we'll explore the unique approach of installing vinyl plank flooring backward. A backward ... Read more...

What is WPC Vinyl Plank Flooring: A Guide

So, you’re thinking about new floors and keep hearing about WPC vinyl. But what is WPC vinyl plank flooring, anyway? This popular flooring option offers practicality, durability, and style. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about WPC vinyl plank flooring: its composition, installation, pros, cons, and ideal applications. WPC flooring is also a popular vinyl buying option. WPC vinyl flooring gives you the look of hardwood or tile without the high cost or ... Read more...

LVP vs LVT: How Luxury Vinyl Plank and Luxury Vinyl Tile Differ

Ever walked into a room and been floored by the, well, floor? Whether it's an elegant hardwood look or sleek stone finish, chances are you've admired LVP vs LVT. Luxury vinyl tile is made to look like stone and is usually a great pair for a kitchen with quartz countertops and granite countertops. Lvp comes in a plank form and often is compared to vinyl tile. Lvt and lvp do have their are differences to fight out in a cage match. However, they are essentially the same product. Lvt comes in a tile form while lvp is generally wider and longer than lvt.

If you are looking for a tile floor and you don't want to deal with stone or porcelain, then lvt and lvp are great options. These two floor products are gaining popularity, but what makes them so popular? How do these two vinyl options compare? Let get into the nitty-gritty of these floors together.

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Textured Vinyl Flooring: Affordable Elegance for Your Home

Vinyl is a popular flooring choice for flooring installers and DIY enthusiasts. Any vinyl material can mimic natural textures like wood or stone to uplift interior designs. Let’s look at the available textured options you can shop for today. The durability and practical advantages that come with each texture are listed below. Quality rigid vinyl products offer strong wear layers that resist daily wear-and-tear. Textured flooring also supplies slip resistance ensuring safety in high-traffic ... Read more...

Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Cost: LVP Flooring Cost Guide

LVP which stands for Luxury Vinyl Plank, is exploding in popularity! If its comin vouge, then what does it cost? Today I'll share on average how much luxury vinyl plank can cost. I will also explain why the price for some vinyl products are way higher than others. The specs for these floors is confusing, and shopping for luxury vinyl plank or any floor at all can lead to a lot of pain two years after your purchase. Just because it's waterproof doesn't mean its fool proof. We cover all the costs ... Read more...

Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring: What is LVP Flooring

What is LVP Flooring? Who’s Manufacturing it? As I travel back from a special buying event held by one of the largest manufacturers of flooring in the world. I am reminded that LVP, or luxury vinyl plank, is still the fastest-growing flooring category in the US. If that’s the case, why don’t we know more about this popular product? Well, pull up a seat, and I will tell you what I know about luxury vinyl planks.   First, I will talk about the LVP market in general. Most of it is ... Read more...

Vinyl Plank Wear Layers: What Does A Vinyl Wear Layer Do?

When a flooring type is durable, waterproof, and cost-effective, it gets popular fast. Luxury vinyl plank has taken home improvement shows and social media by storm. Shopping for an LVP floor will typically bring a luxury vinyl plank wear layer number up in the spec sheets. But how important is the wear layer? It's helpful to know the basics of vinyl wear layers for DIYers and professional installers.

Our comprehensive guide describes what is a wear layer, what's it made out of, and what is a good wear layer for your home. We will measure wear layer thickness based on foot traffic levels. Finally, we touch on sheen types or finishes available for LVP flooring and their pros and cons. Read more...

Top 6 Best Gray Vinyl Plank Flooring Options for 2024

Why Buy Gray Vinyl Flooring? Gray vinyl plank flooring offers several advantages: Neutral color that complements various decor styles Durability and resistance to wear and tear Easy maintenance and cleaning Water-resistant or waterproof properties Affordable alternative to hardwood or stone flooring Let's dive into our top picks for the best gray vinyl plank flooring options: 1. Peachtree Classic Dusty-Gray The Peachtree Classic Dusty Gray is an excellent choice for those seeking ... Read more...
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