The industry standard thickness varies depending on where LVT is being used. For commercial use with heavy traffic, 20 mil is recommended and for light commercial traffic or residential applications, 6-12 mil is recommended.
Is 12 mil wear a good layer?
The more MIL's a product has the stronger the wear layer is. So, a 6 or 12 MIL product will work for your home, but not for a commercial setting. A 20 MIL product will work for your home, AND work for a commercial setting. The higher the MIL's the higher the warranty in years, and vice versa.Jan 13, 2020
Is 8 mil wear a good layer?
It is recommended for residential installations to include a product with a minimum wear layer of 12 mil and 20 mil or more for houses with active families or pets. For commercial installations, it is best to have luxury vinyl tile with a minimum wear layer of 28 mil.Sep 25, 2019
What is the wear layer on LVP?
The wear layer is simply an extra layer of protection placed between the printed design of your vinyl plank or tile flooring material and the protective finish that goes on the very top.
Is thicker vinyl plank better?
As a general rule, a thicker vinyl will provide more stability and comfort underfoot. So if you are looking for flooring to refresh your low traffic bedroom, a thinner vinyl plank flooring will work great for you.Mar 10, 2015
Is 2mm thick vinyl flooring good?
2mm Vinyl Flooring However, 2mm flooring is a cost-effective option compared to other thicknesses. This flooring can still be installed on you own as a DIY project, but you will have to purchase glues, and the floor will not be able to be walked on immediately after installation.Mar 11, 2015
How hard wearing is LVT flooring?
All types of LVT flooring are hardwearing and durable. Most are also waterproof and have a built it scratch and stain guard. LVT is far more robust than wood or tile flooring than can easily become worn due to daily wear and tear. The surface of LVT will not dent or scratch as easily as some wooden floors.Jun 19, 2018
How scratch resistant is LVT?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHNYULV6BxI
What are the negatives of luxury vinyl flooring?
Con: LVT May Dent. While LVT is extremely durable, it isn't totally indestructible. Luxury vinyl flooring can dent and even scratch or scuff, especially from heavy appliances, furniture, or other weighty objects. Just because it's resistant to something doesn't mean it's impervious to it.Nov 20, 2020
How thick is the wear layer on COREtec?
20 mil+
What is the wear layer for COREtec?
20-mil
What vinyl plank flooring has the thickest wear layer?
Luxury Vinyl Planks It's rigid construction means it can withstand even the toughest of abuse from high foot traffic, kids, and pets. LVP usually includes a thicker, more durable floor made from multiple layers with a tough wear layer.Jan 13, 2020