Luxury Vinyl Planks (LVP) FAQs
What exactly is LVP flooring?
What exactly is LVP flooring?
LVP (Luxury Vinyl Plank) flooring is a type of flooring that is designed to resemble traditional hardwood flooring, but it is waterproof and more cost-effective.
Is LVP better than laminate?
Is LVP better than laminate?
When it comes to durability, LVP is more scratch and water resistant than laminate. It also tends to look higher end than laminate.
Is there a difference between LVT and LVP?
Is there a difference between LVT and LVP?
LVT refers to luxury vinyl tile, which look more similar to tile and tend to have square or rectangular dimensions. LVP refers to luxury vinyl planks which look like genuine wood flooring, with long planks.
What are the disadvantages of LVP flooring?
What are the disadvantages of LVP flooring?
Though LVP is very durable, it can scratch or dent if heavy furniture is dragged across it. There's also a risk of damage from long exposure to sunlight.
What is the lifespan of LVP flooring?
What is the lifespan of LVP flooring?
10+ years
Does LVT flooring scratch easily?
Does LVT flooring scratch easily?
LVP flooring is highly scratch-resistant.
Does LVP flooring fade in the sun?
Does LVP flooring fade in the sun?
There's a risk of sun damage from long exposure to sunlight, like any other type of flooring.
Can you buff out scratches on LVP?
Can you buff out scratches on LVP?
Light scratches can generally be buffed out. But, deep scratches may not be completely removable.