What is WPC vinyl flooring?
WPC stands for wood-plastic composite vinyl flooring. WPC vinyl flooring is 100% waterproof, and its core is made from a composite of plastic and wood. WPC is recommended for residential use since it is slightly softer underfoot.
What is SPC vinyl flooring?
SPC stands for stone-polymer composite, and is sometimes referred to as rigid core luxury vinyl flooring. That’s because the stone-polymer composite core is ultra-dense and rigid. Plus, SPC is 100% waterproof and it is great for commercial use as well as residentially.
What is the difference between WPC and SPC flooring?
These vinyl flooring have 100% waterproof cores. In WPC vinyl, the core is made from wood plastic composite, while SPC vinyl floors are made with a stone polymer composite core. The stone polymer core is stiffer, durable, and less resilient. SPC vinyl is also less expensive and can be used in a commercial space too.
What is the best waterproof vinyl flooring?
SPC rigid core vinyl is considered the best waterproof vinyl flooring option. While 100% waterproof, SPC vinyl is also resilient and made to last. It is rated for heavy commercial traffic, and the dense, rigid core (under normal wear and tear) won’t dent or bend. Usually a more affordable waterproof vinyl compared to WPC vinyl.
Is WPC or SPC vinyl flooring toxic?
There are many high-quality WPC and SPC flooring options FloorScore or GreenGuard Gold certified. This certification means that these floors have been tested and certified to declare that they are free from harmful chemicals that contribute to poor indoor air quality and safety issues. To include, the certified waterproof vinyl won’t off-gas VOCs (volatile organic compounds) and are phthalate-free.
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