LVP stands for Luxury Vinyl Plank and LVT stands for Luxury Vinyl Tile. As the name implies, Luxury Vinyl Planks look like planks of hardwood floors; and Luxury Vinyl Tile looks like Tile (or natural stone). They are individual pieces of vinyl (not sheet vinyl), so they look very similar to the real thing. A luxury vinyl tile or plank is a waterproof floor that is easy to maintain. Vinyl flooring is a 100% waterproof material that can be installed in wet prone areas, such as a kitchen, foyer, bathroom, basement or cafe. Vinyl flooring is anti-static and slip resistant. It is the perfect option for bathrooms! LVT and LVP flooring will be softer and more comfortable under foot than other waterproof counter parts, such as ceramic or porcelain tile. A thin vinyl, however, will be effected by the subfloor. If you’re installing a thin vinyl over a concrete subfloor, it will take on a harder feel than a plywood subfloor. An LVT or LVP vinyl is very easy to maintain. Regular sweeping and occasional deep cleaning is all that is necessary.
An LVP or LVT has several main layers:
LVP and LVT Flooring
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Wear Layer
The wear layer is a transparent top coating that helps prevent against scratches, stains and fading.
Decorative Image
The decorative image give the appearance of the planks. It is a thin digital image that is adhered to the vinyl core.
Vinyl Core
The vinyl PVC material is the main component of an LVT or LVP floor. This core is flexible and 100% waterproof.
