Flexible LVT/LVP
Luxury Vinyl Tile · Planks
Luxury vinyl tile (LVT), is a type of flexible resilient flooring produced in either tiles or planks. Amazing visuals and design realism are the major driving force behind the astounding consumer acceptance of LVT. Continued improvements in film printing technologies combined with in-register printing and texture embossing capture the authentic appeal of natural wood and stone. LVT is a sensible, smart and highly attractive alternative to more expensive flooring systems including ceramic tile, stone, and hardwood.
Composition
How it’s made
Luxury Vinyl Tile is produced in either tiles or planks. LVT comes in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Construction
How it’s built
Glue-Down (Dry-Back)
Glue-Down (Dry-Back)
Floating / Loose-Lay
Floating / Loose-Lay
Advantages
Why choose
Flexible LVT/LVP
The key benefits that make Flexible LVT/LVP a trusted choice across commercial and institutional environments.
- Known for durability
- Easier to maintain
- Many water-resistant options
- Lower installation costs
- Commercial grade wear layers and associated finishes provide high-performance attributes.
- Robust design universe with the added ability to produce longer and wider planks and larger-format tiles significantly
- Broad array of price points
- Modular format provides options if tile replacement is necessary
Installation
How it’s installed
There are three basic ways to install LVT:
- Dry-back or glue-down where planks or tiles are glued directly to the subfloor.
- Floating, which uses a click or locking system to keep the floor in place.
- Loose-lay where the products are designed to stay flat on the subfloor using minimal or no adhesives. Great for installing over existing floors that are difficult or costly to remove.
- An underlayment is often used to provide a moisture vapor barrier and for sound absorption.
