What Is Wpc Flooring That Offers Facilities A Wood-Resembling Solution That’s Waterproof And Incredibly Durable?
Since its introduction to the flooring world a few years ago, WPC (or wood plastic composite) has quickly become a rising star in the flooring industry. In short, WPC flooring offers facilities a wood-resembling solution that’s waterproof and incredibly durable.
Combination Of Layers
Like LVP, Rigid Core WPC flooring and SPC flooring is made up of a combination of layers that lead to a floor fit for residential and commercial wet and dry spaces. Rigid Core products also come with a built-in underlayment of foam or cork that adds comfort and sound absorption underfoot. These materials are used because they don’t have the volatile organic compound (VOC) content found in traditional vinyl floors, which is great for facilities looking to reduce their environmental impact.
The top layer is printed with a visual design that mimics the look of hardwood or stone, and it’s here where you will find the largest variety of styles and colors. Most manufacturers offer the look of any type of wood flooring on WPC/SPC floors, and some even feature rare hardwoods that you’ll only find in a few locations around the country. In addition to a huge variety of looks, WPC/SPC floors can be found in a wide range of color options and finishes, as well.
Waterproof & Dent-Resistant
The waterproof properties of WPC and SPC flooring are thanks to the rigid core that it has, which is what sets it apart from traditional vinyl. While luxury vinyl tile (LVT) has similar waterproof properties, it doesn’t have the rigidity that this flooring category has, meaning that any subfloor imperfections will transfer through the surface and be visible. WPC, on the other hand, hides any subfloor imperfections, making it a good choice for facilities with cracked and uneven concrete or wooden subfloors.
This rigidity also makes WPC flooring and SPC more durable than traditional LVP, with a thicker wear layer that protects the planks from scuffs, scratches, and dents. Many manufacturers also add special additives to their wear layers, such as aluminum oxide, to improve a floor’s ability to resist scratching and denting.
Great Choice For Facilities With Children And Pets
WPC is also a great choice for facilities with children and pets, as it can withstand a lot of foot traffic and will still look good. For more heavy-duty areas that will see a high volume of footfall, however, SPC may be a better option because it has greater density and is more resistant to impacts.
Conclusion:
Finally, WPC and SPC is easily installed, either as a glue-down or loose-lay product, or you can install it with a click-together system. The latter is particularly convenient for large open spaces such as basements or Main Street commercial areas, because it doesn’t require expansion moldings like laminate flooring does.
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