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Luxury Vinyl
Luxury vinyl features some of the most versatile, innovative, and high-performing flooring available. High-quality vinyl flooring offers the luxuriance and texture of more expensive natural materials, such as natural stone, ceramic tile, and hardwood, without busting your budget. Offered in plank, tile, and sheet formats, vinyl flooring boasts realistic visuals, easy installation, and a high level of comfort.
Luxury vinyl is tough but soft underfoot, maintaining a comfortable temperature in all four seasons. Luxury Vinyl is water-resistant, which makes it perfect for kitchens or other high-traffic areas such as a dens or laundry rooms. Luxury vinyl plank, tile, and sheet vinyl offers a durable, protective top layer that resists scratches, dents, and stains from family pets. It’s exceptionally easy to clean, and more protected against drops and spills-ideal for your family’s active lifestyle.
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9 Questions to Ask Before Buying Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring... the right information. How can you tell whether the flooring you're considering is suited to your organization's practical - as well as aesthetic - requirements? To help you choose the right luxury vinyl tiles, we’ve put together nine essential questions, offering insights into durability, appearance retention, design and installation, to help you choose flooring that's the perfect fit fo... |
3 Alternatives to Laminate Wood Flooring...than both solid wood and laminate flooring: moisture is less of a problem. However, the wood top layer makes it less durable than laminate flooring, which has a protective coating. 3) Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) LVT is a durable and affordable alternative to laminate flooring. It creates the wood look through a photo-realistic print film layer, covered by a clear wear ... |
ADURA®Flex...and stone without the worry. ADURA®Flex Tile is available in both 18” x 18” squares and 12” x 24” rectangles. ADURA®Flex PlankThe beauty of wood meets the easy care of luxury vinyl in 6" x 48" or 7" x 48" planks. ... |
Finely Luxury Vinyl Tile...Finely Luxury Vinyl Tile from the Everlife Rigid Core (RC) Collection offers a palette of subtle grey tones and greiges that lend elegance to your space. This beautiful 7x48 wood-look luxury vinyl plank is 100% waterproof flooring, scratch, stain, and dent resistant, and backed by a lifetime residential warranty. Its innovative pre-attached backing ensures supreme comfort under foot wh... |
Akadia Luxury Vinyl Planks...Akadia Luxury Vinyl Planks from the Everlife Rigid Core Collection offer creamy neutral beige tones and delicate brown graining for understated elegance. This beautiful XL Cyrus®™ 9x60” wood-look luxury vinyl plank flooring is 100% waterproof and protected with CrystaLux™, an industry-leading wear layer that guards against everyday scratches, spills, pet accidents, indentations, and sun... |
Cyrus® Series vinyl plank flooring...The Cyrus® Series is a must-see luxury vinyl tile (LVT) with endless potential. Suitable for all grade levels, Cyrus® 100% waterproof wood-look vinyl plank flooring is protected with CrystaLux™— a wearlayer that protects against everyday scratches, spills, pet accidents, indentations, and sun damage—and backed by a lifetime residential warranty. This vinyl floor tile is offered in a co... |
Luxury Vinyl Roll...oring experience that is innovative and unique. A textile backing that enhances underfoot comfort, thermal insulation, and sound absorbency and increased resistance to scuffs and stains, make luxury vinyl flooring a great solution for all types of lifestyles. ... |
Rigid Core – XL Cyrus® Series...Worry-free flooring never looked so good. XL Cyrus®™ luxury vinyl tile (LVT) brings an authentic wood look to your space in a gorgeous large format 9x60” plank. Suitable for all grade levels, XL Cyrus® 100% waterproof vinyl plank flooring is protected with CrystaLux™, an innovative wearlayer that guards against everyday scratches, spills, pet accidents, indentations, and sun damage. |
Bathroom Flooring Upgrades...ing more and more time at home these days, you may be considering a bathroom update as well. Whether your guest bathroom, master bathroom or both could use some refreshing, our durable and waterproof luxury vinyl offers plenty of versatility! We're often asked if Karndean LVT be used in bathrooms. Yes! All our products are durable and waterproof when installed properly. Our floors' K-Guard... |
Rigid Core - Prescott Series...100% waterproof wood-look luxury vinyl tile (LVT), Prescott comes in several styles and colors—from soft subtle hues like cream and dove gray to handsome browns—and it’s protected with 20 mil commercial grade version of CrystaLux™, a wearlayer that protects against scratches, stains, and dents. This maintenance-free 7x48” flooring is suitable for busy residential and commercial environ... |
NovaCore™ Engineered Luxury Vinyl Plank...NovaCore™ is our HPC (High Performance Core) engineered luxury vinyl plank that installs easily and securely with our NovaClic® Fd locking system. The core is waterproof and rigid, which means you can install NovaCore almost anywhere. NovaCore™ comes with a lifetime limited residential wear warranty and a 10-year light commercial warranty. All planks are FloorScore® and GREENGUARD Gold ... |
LUXE Plank Value...Luxe Plank ® Value luxury vinyl tile is an affordable way to achieve the stylish look of authentic hardwood or natural stone. Scratch and water resistance allow you to simulate natural materials in high moisture areas, including bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms. And it's easy to install: just peel, place and press. No special tools are required, and you can start enjoying your new... |
COREtec Wood...Choose from hundreds of beautiful Luxury Vinyl Planks and engineered wood floors to get the look that perfectly expresses what makes you, you. Waterproof Basement Flooring.COREtec waterproof tile flooring is one of several a wet basement flooring options. Floors Can Be Installed In Wet Areas And Will Never Swell When Exposed To Water. Durable. Quiet. Authentic Textures. A... |
LUXE Plank Good...Luxe Plank® Good luxury vinyl tile replicates the beautiful look of hardwood floors with a water and scratch resistance that holds up well against water and everyday wear. With easy installation and no special tools required, you can you can start enjoying your new floor right away — just peel, press and place. Choose from true-to-life Oak, Pine and Maple styles, available in 6" planks... |
LUXE Plank Better...Bring the luxurious look of exotic and traditional hardwoods into your home with beautiful Luxe Plank® Better luxury vinyl tile. Simple installation with no special tools required — just peel, place and press and start enjoying your new floor right away! Our 6" wide, 48" long planks with beveled edges create a true-to-life hardwood visual, and sturdy thickness and scratch and water res... |
Korlok Select vs Ceramic and Porcelain Tile... Select stones come with seamlessly attached InteGrout™ that is nonporous, stain-resistant and color-coordinated to complement the color of the tile. You can easily wipe up spills on our grout-effect luxury vinyl tiles with a cloth and pH neutral cleaner! Not only is InteGrout™ easy to clean, but it ensures you have consistent, straight grout lines between each tile, as no spacers are needed durin... |
LUXE Plank Best...Luxe Plank® Best luxury vinyl tile is a stunning choice for recreating the look of authentic hardwood with substantial thickness and the superior water and scratch resistance of our advanced protective coating, Urethane Plus. Easily add beauty and durability to any room with simple installation with no special tools required — just peel, place and press, and start enjoying your new flo... |
Rigid Core - Andover Series...Andover™ Series from the Everlife™ Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) Collection offers modern convenience without sacrificing style. A 100% waterproof LVT, Andover™ is protected with 20 mil commercial-grade version of CrystaLux™, an innovative wearlayer that guards against everyday scratches, spills, pet accidents, indentations, and sun damage. This low maintenance 7x48” vinyl plank flo... |
Trecento Rigid Core Stone...Trecento Rigid Core Stone Look LVT offers the warmth and beauty of natural stone with the ease of luxury vinyl tile. Suitable for all grade levels, these 100% waterproof stone-look vinyl tiles are protected with CrystaLux™— a wearlayer that guards against everyday scratches, spills, pet accidents, indentations, and sun damage. In an elegantly neutral palette of white, grey, an... |
Mohawk Partners with Sunshine on a Ranney Day...olidTech, enhances the living spaces for these children and provides a new-found ease of mobility and maintenance.” SolidTech combines the beauty of hardwood with the waterproof durability of luxury vinyl flooring. Because it is 100% waterproof, stain resistant and features a no-gap guarantee that prevents cupping and gapping, SolidTech is an ideal fit for both Sunshine on a Ranney Day pro... |
Wood-Look Vinyl Flooring... look like multiple boards, or even parquet-style tiles. If you're planning a project and are considering vinyl flooring with a hardwood look, there are two types of vinyl worth checking out: luxury vinyl tiles or planks (also known as LVT or LVP) and vinyl sheet. Both offer a wide selection of wood styles, plus products with different performance levels and installation methods. ... |
How to Choose the Best Rigid Core Floor... and textures so realistic you'd believe it was the "real thing." What is the difference between rigid core and vinyl flooring? Rigid core's construction is similar to vinyl tile or luxury vinyl — a wear layer, image layer, resilient core and attached underlayment. Unlike typical vinyl planks that are more flexible, rigid core's thick, sturdy boards allow for an easy floating-flo... |
Hallmark Floors Vinyl 101...HistoryLVT / PVC FLOORS 101 is an overview and history of luxury vinyl. The world’s most versatile plastic had a rather humble beginning: A rubber scientist during the early 1920s stumbled onto a new material with fantastic properties during his search for a synthetic adhesive. Waldo Semon was intrigued with his finding, and experimented bymaking golf balls and shoe heels... |
Kitchen Flooring Guide...core, engineered tile or laminate. Water resistance - All kitchen floors must be able to endure inevitable spills. You'll find the highest levels of water resistance in our luxury vinyl tile or rigid core collections. They are 100% waterproof, so planks won't swell, buckle or lose integrity when exposed to water. Comfort - Many people love the ... |
Vinyl Flooring That Looks Like Stone...ned "Stone" Vinyl Flooring At Armstrong Flooring, we offer several ways to get vinyl flooring that realistically mimics the look and feel of natural stone flooring: Luxury vinyl tile offers the look of authentic stone flooring, faithfully recreated through advanced digital print technology and embossing techniques. Alterna engineered ti... |
MANNINGTON HEADS INTO THE WOODS WITH NEW ADURA® MAX APEX FLOORS...e hardwood floors know that sometimes real wood just isn't a practical choice. Now rooms that are prone to spills and wet messes can still have the look of wood (plus the exceptional performance of a luxury vinyl tile) with Mannington’s new ADURA®MaxAPEX--floors that mix authenticity with durability and ease of care in innovative ways. “ADURA®MaxAPEX offers everything a consumer could want... |
Carrara luxury vinyl sheet...Now available in stores, our new Carrara luxury vinyl sheet pattern features a 12” marble hexagon, giving it a trendy update on a classic style. This incredibly realistic visual is sure to add luxury to your home. Shown in Color: Pearl... |
Is Luxury Tile the Same as Linoleum Flooring?...it with any type of manufactured floor covering. One of today’s hottest floor coverings is LVT — but, you may ask, isn’t that just another name for linoleum? Linoleum linoleum floor tiles and Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) do have a few things in common. They’re both durable flooring options, a great value, and have minimal care requirements. That, however, is where the similarities end. Discover... |
Scratching the surface of lvt - let's find out what's underneath...ort on your phone from getting clogged and destroyed by pocket lint or junk in your purse. Meanwhile, here comes the thematic leap: LVT is kind of like that. If you don’t know, LVT stands for Luxury Vinyl Tile. What we’re pretty sure you do know: LVT is that cool-looking, hard-surface flooring it seems like everybody suddenly has, or wants, or is asking about. Plenty of trends are hype-bas... |
4 Types of Flooring Tile that Look Like Wood...ain tile can be a popular choice, creating a stand-out aesthetic without the risk of warped or buckled planks - often a risk with wood flooring if it's exposed to high moisture levels. 4) Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) Luxury vinyl tile flooring is an increasingly popular alternative to conventional wood flooring. It can faithfully recreate the look of real wood flooring, with a ... |
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)...Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT): Elevating Design and Functionality for Modern Architecture IntroductionIn the ever-evolving world of architectural design and building innovation, finding flooring solutions that blend aesthetics, durability, and compliance with industry standards can be a challenge. Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) offers a groundbreaking solution, expertly marry... |
Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring (LVP)...Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring (LVP): Innovative Design Solutions for Modern Architecture Introduction: The Future of Flooring for Modern Architectural NeedsIn the evolving world of architectural design, the demand for flooring solutions that combine aesthetics, durability, and sustainability is ever-increasing. Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring (LVP) emerges as a frontru... |
Luxury Vinyl Sheet Flooring...Luxury Vinyl Sheet Flooring: The Pinnacle of Style, Functionality, and Innovation in Architectural Design Luxury Vinyl Sheet Flooring (LVS) is redefining how Architects, Specifiers, and Building Consultants approach flooring solutions. Balancing aesthetics, durability, and sustainability, LVS seamlessly blends form and function, setting a new standard for modern architectural d... |
Luxury Vinyl Flooring...Luxury Vinyl Flooring: The Innovative Flooring Solution for Modern Architecture Introduction:In the world of architectural design and construction, finding a flooring material that merges aesthetic appeal, durability, and functionality is paramount. Enter Luxury Vinyl Flooring (LVF) — a product that has redefined the flooring industry with its versatility and hig... |
Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Flooring...Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Flooring: The Modern Solution for Durable, Aesthetic Excellence IntroductionIn the evolving world of architectural design and construction, selecting the right flooring is crucial for balancing aesthetics, functionality, and durability. Enter Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Flooring, a revolutionary advancement that addresses common challenges fac... |
Loose Lay Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring...Loose Lay Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring: The Innovative Choice for Modern Building Design Loose Lay Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring (LVP) represents a groundbreaking solution in the flooring industry, combining simplicity in installation with versatility and performance. This advanced flooring product caters to the needs of architects, specifiers, and building consultants, offering a... |
Glue-Down Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring...Glue-Down Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring: The Architect's Choice for Innovative and Durable Design In the ever-evolving world of architectural design and construction, the search for flooring solutions that seamlessly blend form, function, and durability remains a constant challenge. Glue-Down Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) Flooring has emerged as a game-changer in this space, providing... |
Interlocking Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring...Interlocking Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring: The Ultimate Blend of Form, Function, and Innovation for Modern Building Projects Introduction: A Game-Changer in Flooring SolutionsIn the fast-paced world of architectural design and construction, finding a flooring solution that balances aesthetics, durability, and ease of installation can be challenging. Enter Interloc... |
Stone Plastic Composite Flooring (SPC)...C flooring as an ideal choice for high-traffic and moisture-prone areas. Understanding Stone Plastic Composite Flooring (SPC)Stone Plastic Composite Flooring (SPC) is a type of luxury vinyl plank flooring that integrates limestone and stabilizers with polyvinyl chloride (PVC). This fusion creates a rigid core, providing exceptional strength and stability. Unlike traditional ... |
Wood Plastic Composite Flooring (WPC)...Discover why WPC flooring stands out as the flooring of choice for forward-thinking building professionals. What is Wood Plastic Composite Flooring (WPC)?Wood Plastic Composite Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring (WPC) is a state-of-the-art flooring solution that combines the strength of thermoplastics with the aesthetic charm of natural wood fibers. This unique blend results in a r... |
Engineered Stone Polymer Composite (ESPC)...mposite (ESPC) Introduction: Setting a New Standard in Flooring InnovationImagine a flooring material that combines the strength of stone with the aesthetic versatility of luxury vinyl, all while offering superior durability and sustainability. Enter Engineered Stone Polymer Composite (ESPC)—the future of flooring solutions for architects, specifiers, and building consu... |