The Truth about Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) Flooring!

Watch as Bryan explains what makes Luxury Vinyl Plank unique and such a great option to consider when looking for new flooring.

Luxury Vinyl Plank or LVP
1. All of them are water proof. - They do not make your sub-floor waterproof but LVP repels the water and does not allow water to reach your sub floor.
2. Vinyl Customized Look - finish actual can feel like a wood grain.
3. Wear layer rating protection rated from 6, 8, 12, 20 mil options. The higher the rating the more durable it is.
4. LVP is not scratch proof, but one of the greatest things with LVP is you can replace one small piece of LVP at a time. Not need to remove half your floor just to get to the damaged piece.
5. Two types of cores: Wood vs. Stone Both are very durable but the difference between the two is the pounds per square inch (psi) they can resist.
* Wood - Resists up to 400 psi. Be more flexible along your floor and relax against your floor.
* Stone - Resists up to 2000 psi. Is more stiff and if you do not have a smooth floor its possible that there could be some clapping when walking along the flooring.
6. Great for the DIY (do it yourself) flooring option. Its a floating floor and you do not glue it down. Easier Installation.

LVP can even be installed on top of Tile. Just make sure follow some specific guidelines to get the best results.

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[mellostation]

My god finally a video that’s quick and packed with easily digestible information. Thank you SO much!

[Mixdplate]

Finally! The diamond in the rough. Spent hours this morning researching LVT. This was the most informative & easy to understand post. At least I know what to actually look for. Now I just have to find a quality retailer in my area. Thank you!!

[gunhilda]

Best combination of a wealth of information and to the point without making it a 30 minute or longer video like a lot of people do.

[thursdaythought]

We’ve had LVP for 11 years and it’s held up great. Most people haven’t been able to tell that it’s not wood.

[burtgomez]

the best explanations and visuals I have reviewed. thank you for taking the time to put the video together.

[douglaskbrown]

The best information presented, that I have seen in years! Thank you.

[Cynster]

Bryan you are amazing with your know, edge. You convinced us. Thank you so much for explaining the difference. Love it!❤

[trohnb]

This gentleman sold me!!!
Too bad I don't live anywhere near Utah. 😁

[lisamcaleer]

Wow!!! You did an awesome job!! This was what we were trying to find out from the retailer and internet! If you were in NJ, I’d buy right away from you! Thank you! You are an excellent teacher!

[vickiecook]

WOW. Thank you for this information!! Excellent!
Wish you were in Georgia 😢

[ChuckMorton]

Thanks for a great video, i wish i saw rhis when working.

Another type is a hybrid wpc/spc core. Wpc on bottom so it confirms to the floor and spc on top for regidity. The shaw stuff i have is rated for 1000 psi compression strength, so can take about 700-800 lbs before indenting (the psi rating is usually rated for 10% deflection of material, so usually 70-80% of this will not cause it).

Wpc also has a slighty higher R value and its softness will cause less foot fatigue. Of course its a tradeoff and why commercial is almost always SPC.

[daveforgot]

Nice explanations. You forgot to mention installing bull nose molding vs. taking out the molding and re-installing it. Also you did not mentions the strength and quality of the attaching mechanisms. A lot of mfg provide weak joints that can be snapped off easily.

[jaysonstewart]

Very good video. Clear and very informative.

[gkbone]

Great presentation and information! Thank You

[cowgirljones]

Thank you 😊 what a load of fantastic info 👏 👍

[rons]

What is the manufacturer and product name of the stone polymer floor that you were demonstrating the 2000 psi rating on? That is the exact flooring, pattern and color I'm looking for

[avssify]

Thanks for the great video. Does it do well with in floor heating? Should I go with the 20 as my apartment will be rented out on Airbnb?

[Joe_Brig]

Can liquid seep under the LVP if not discovered quickly?

[TomWalker]

How does LVP perform with in- floor radiant heat?

[Morpheus]

Put felt pads on the legs of your furniture removed the plastic tips that are on the bottom this will help you out greatly