Luxury vinyl floor tiles are an innovative type of resilient flooring that is suitable for all rooms, with kitchens and bathrooms being favourites, due to its’ water resistant properties.
Most LVT flooring has at least five layers, which help to keep the floor thin and flexible but also strong, durable and waterproof.
The top layer is a transparent protective coating which usually has built in scratch resistance and stain guarding technology.
Below this is a detailed design layer which is extremely high quality to give the authenticity and realistic appearance of a natural product. This design layer is a picture of the style of flooring; either wood or stone.
The remaining layers consist of stabilising sheets of fibre glass, impact resistant core layers and moisture resistant backing layers to prevent any warping or disfiguration of the tiles.
During the manufacturing of Luxury Vinyl Tile an interlocking click fitting system is also added to the tiles. This helps to provide an easy and straightforward way to install the floor.
Why should you buy LVT?
Resilient Tile Flooring, commonly known as Luxury Vinyl Tiles is by far the most popular flooring solution on the market today. This is down to its many benefits, which we will outline below:
LVT is an affordable alternative to other flooring products, bringing luxury to your home at a friendlier price.
Manufactured from robust materials, catering for heavy foot traffic, flame resistance and exposure to moisture.
In comparison to other types of flooring, LVT is quieter to walk on.
The texture and finish of the design make it difficult to differentiate LVT from hardwood, as well as offering more striking designs such as: Mosaic and checked patterns.
Provides warmth and cushioned feel underfoot.
Cleaning is easy with LVT, being hard wearing and protected, you can afford to be a little rough and give it a deep clean.
Hard wearing, waterproof, and provides excellent grip and slip resistance making it great for kitchens and bathrooms.
Click LVT operates with a click lock system making installation quick and easy.
The average lifespan of LVT is 25-30 years depending on maintenance, traffic and location.
FAQ's
Vinyl flooring is a cost effective method of flooring, whilst still allowing you to have the freedom of design, a major selling point of LVT is the fact it can innovatively mimic the look and texture of different materials.
Because the flooring is seperated into pieces, this makes the upkeep and maintenance of it much simpler. If specific tiles are damaged and need replacing, this can be done so without affecting the rest of the floor – compared to sheet vinyl where cuts would have to be made, or alternatively the entire floor replaced.
- The wood, tile and stone effects are extremely detailed and realistic. More and more innovative designs are being produced with rich, bold and natural colours to add to the already convincing wood grains and stone textures.
- LVT is much more durable that wood and stone flooring. It can easily withstand daily wear and tear due to the built in scratch resistant layer and stain guarding technology. The surface of the flooring will not dent or scratch as easily as some natural wood or stone flooring options.
- It is waterproof so ideal for any areas in your home with excessive water, such as bathrooms, kitchens and utility rooms where natural products like wood may not be suitable.
- It is tolerant to humidity and challenging environments. Natural floor coverings can sometime react to humidity and moisture in a negative way, but LVT can comfortably cope with constant changes in temperature and humidity. Perfect for conservatories, orangeries or rooms with large amount of glazing.
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