FAQ

SPC RIGID CORE

LUXURY VINYL FLOORING

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F.A.Q.

Is underlayment required with HYDROSTOP Rigid Core LVT?

No. Use of underlayments is not a requirement for performance of Rigid

Core LVT. However it is up to the installer to place a underlayment is need

an extraordinary acoustical reduction levels.

Main Differences between traditional or Flexible LVT and the

new HYDROSTOP Rigid Core LVT?

One of the main differences between the two is that Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl

Flooring includes an extruded polymer-based core layer that gives the

flooring a more rigid characteristic. This helps the LVT plank or tile hide

some common subfloor imperfections that could transfer or “telegraph” up

to the floor’s surface, which can be common with traditional flexible LVT in

certain circumstances.

What are the main advantages of Rigid Core LVT flooring?

Rigid Core LVT is waterproof, so it can be installed in water prone indoor

areas, such as bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms and entryways. The rigid

core hides most common subfloor imperfections, making installation easier

and ensuring a smoother finished appearance after installation. Rigid Core

LVT is a floating floor that’s installed with a locking system, so you do not

use an adhesive. Also, there’s less subfloor prep than with a flexible LVT

planks.

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SPC RIGID CORE LUXURY VINYL FLOORING F.A.Q. Is underlayment required with HYDROSTOP Rigid Core LVT? No. Use of underlayments is not a requirement for performance of Rigid Core LVT. However it is up to the installer to place a underlayment is need an extraordinary acoustical reduction levels.
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SPC RIGID CORE LUXURY VINYL FLOORING What does it means SPC LVT flooring? It means: “Stone Plastic Composite” (SPC). This is a polymer-based extruded core that uses minerals, such as limestone or calcium carbonate, as an ingredient offering amazing performance results. What are the main features of all SPC flooring planks in general? This new flooring planks are considered to be Rigid Core LVT, are 100% waterproof and considered dimensionally stable.
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SPC RIGID CORE LUXURY VINYL FLOORING Does HYDROSTOP Rigid Core LVT expand and contract like Flexible LVT? What do I need to know about using transitions and spacers? Good news! Consider that all Rigid Core LVT expands and contracts at about half the rate of flexible LVT, so plan transitions accordingly. Refer to product installation guidelines if additional information is needed.