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Vinyl Tile

Also known as Luxury Vinyl Tile, and includes Luxury Vinyl Plank, resilient tile products are available in a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses. The base construction varies from product to product, but the base is primarily a limestone composite material that is formed into solid sheets of varying thicknesses by heat and pressure, and cut into the desired shape, a 16` x 16` tile for example. A photographic representation on a film is applied and encapsulated under a wear surface. Depending on the thickness of the plank or tile and the wear surface thickness and technology, Luxury vinyl tile and luxury vinyl plank can be used in residential, light commercial and even full commercial applications.

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Tarkett Composition Tile
...tude of patterns and quality options to optimize performance across a number of high traffic installation areas. From the original vinyl composition tile (VCT), to vinyl enhanced tile (VET) and solid vinyl tile (SVT), composite tiles are budget friendly and withstand heavy foot and rolling traffic. US-made and low-emitting, composite tile contributes to the safety and health of every space. ...
Using Karndean to Create a Healthy and Hygienic Home
...on. While carpet that is made from naturally hypoallergenic materials sounds like it would be allergen-free, it could still trap allergens and will require professional cleaning. With Karndean luxury vinyl tile you can comfortably go about day-to-day life in your home with no outside maintenance costs. Moisture, Mold and BacteriaKarndean planks and tiles are nonporou...
What's the difference between linoleum and vinyl flooring?
...tween the two. Vinyl and vintage linoleum have a very different construction. All types of vinyl flooring — luxury vinyl flooring (or LVT), rigid core hybrid flooring, vinyl sheet and vinyl tile — are manufactured in layers. The top wear layer is a finish (such as urethane) that protects floors from scratches and stains. Next is the image layer, which can...
Wood-Look Vinyl Flooring
...ike 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. When do...
Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT)
...s in an array of types, each with unique characteristics: Standard VCT: This is the most common type, known for its durability and wide range of colors and patterns. Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT): LVT offers more realistic textures and designs, often mimicking natural materials like wood and stone. Composite Vinyl Tiles: These combine vinyl and other materials, offe...
Cushioned Vinyl Flooring
... its own set of benefits: Sheet Vinyl: Ideal for large, uninterrupted spaces, it offers a seamless look. Perfect for creating an expansive, unified design statement. Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT): These mimic the look of natural materials with incredible accuracy. LVT is fantastic for intricate patterns and designs. Vinyl Planks: Resembling hardwood floors, they ad...
Resilient/Vinyl Flooring
... Vinyl: Known for seamless installation, sheet vinyl is perfect for areas where water resistance is crucial. Its expansive, continuous piece offers a uniform look, ideal for larger spaces. Vinyl Tiles: These offer the flexibility of mixing and matching designs, creating unique patterns and a customized feel. Vinyl Planks: Mimicking the aesthetics of hardwood floors, these pla...
Inlaid Vinyl Tile
...ture and building design, selecting the right flooring material is not just about aesthetics—it's about balancing performance, sustainability, and compliance with stringent industry standards. Inlaid Vinyl Tile offers an innovative solution that checks all these boxes while delivering unmatched durability and visual appeal. Its unique design, which embeds patterns into the vinyl material itself, p...
Waterproof Flooring
...he realistic look and feel of high-end materials such as hardwood and stone, without the drawbacks that come with natural products in moisture-prone areas. Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and luxury vinyl tile (LVT) stand at the forefront of innovation within this category, offering waterproof cores and highly durable surfaces. Stone Plastic Composite (SPC) and Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) are ot...