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Laminate floors and vinyl floors, although structurally different, offer very interesting features, such as durability, warmth, the possibility of using them with air conditioning systems such as underfloor heating, protection against impacts and shocks, or ease of installation.
Before choosing one type of floor or another, it is advisable to evaluate all its pros and cons.
In this article, we will focus on analyzing what SPC flooring is and will go through the advantages of SPC flooring.
SPC vinyl flooring is one of the best alternatives for floors with high foot traffic, such as hotels or offices, although it is also used in the domestic environment.
This name, an acronym for Solid Polimer Composite, refers to its composition, which is more rigid than that of traditional vinyl because its core is made of limestone and stabilizers.
SPC flooring is considered the &#;next generation&#; in vinyl flooring. In addition, unlike wood and laminate floors, they are 100% water resistant, being much more versatile and suitable for all types of spaces, including wet rooms in the house such as bathrooms and kitchens.
As we have already mentioned, the key lies in its manufacture, which combines a mixture of PVC and stone powder.
This results in a particularly resistant flooring, which is more stable to temperature changes and less demanding in terms of floor planimetry than other floorings.
The resistance of SPC flooring is also due to the arrangement of the materials.
Vinyl floors have several layers, with a central core composed of a high-density wood fiberboard and an overlay that offers resistance to abrasion and wear.
In the case of SPC flooring, we have extra layers of material. This means that we have at least four layers: a wear layer with PU protection, a vinyl (decorative film), the reinforced rigid core and a foam layer.
Some SPC flooring series from L&#;Antic Colonial such as Kingdom also have an intermediate comfort layer of elastic PVC.
One of the main characteristics of SPC vinyl floors by L&#;Antic Colonial is their resistance to water (they are 100% waterproof), so they can be installed throughout the house, also in bathrooms and kitchens.
SPC flooring stands out for its stability, since its expansions and/or contractions compared to other types of flooring are minimal.
This feature makes it unnecessary to leave expansion joints or transition profiles between rooms during installation, so we get a greater continuity and more aesthetic finishes.
Due to their rigid core, SPC vinyl floors are perfectly resistant to changes in temperature and humidity, and are recommended for any region or geographic area, and for both businesses and private homes.
In addition, this type of flooring can be installed on any surface.
Thanks to their manufacturing materials, SPC vinyl floors are highly resistant to scratches and impacts.
Due to its multilayer composition, SPC vinyl flooring is also resistant to office chair wheels, toys and pet traffic.
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Although not their most defining feature, SPC vinyl floors have good soundproofing capabilities and are a noise-minimizing alternative to WPC flooring, offering a quiet experience and maximum walking comfort.
All L&#;Antic Colonial vinyl floors are easy to install. In the case of SPC vinyl flooring, we have click-on models that do not require glue or additional tools. In this way, it is possible to renovate offices or work areas in a short time: it is only necessary to adjust the plank to be installed lengthwise to the one already in place and then apply a couple of light blows with a rubber hammer and a block.
In addition, the uninstallation of this type of flooring is just as easy, allowing it to be quickly dismantled for replacement or renovation.
SPC floors have very realistic finishes that mimic the look and feel of materials such as wood, accurately reproducing its pores and grains. The best example? The FEUDAL series, available in various shades.
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Like other vinyl flooring, SPC floors are very hygienic, as they have a sealed surface that prevents the proliferation of bacteria.
Its UV coating also increases its resistance to wear caused by the direct impact of sunlight.
L&#;Antic Colonial&#;s SPC floors have all the brand&#;s warranties: 5, 10 or up to 25 years of commercial and/or domestic use, valid for vinyl materials that have been installed in rooms where they are exposed to normal wear and tear for their End Use Category.
SPC flooring is an &#;evolution&#; of conventional vinyl flooring, which achieves excellent results in all areas, and solves many problems of deformation, expansion and contraction associated with sudden changes in temperature.
And all this without renouncing to the wide range of aesthetic possibilities of our brand.
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Not all flooring is made equally and there is no single most superior type of material. The right flooring for you will depend on your budget, features that are a priority to you, the overall look and where you plan to install it. Here we will break down the pros and cons of SPC flooring so you can make an informed decision on whether it is the right material for your project.
Before we dive in, it&#;s helpful to look at the brief history of wood flooring and the drivers behind the innovation in materials. Real hardwood flooring is the real deal and still very popular. It can be easily sanded down and refinished, giving it a long life span. However, it is costly to purchase, install and maintain, requiring a certain level of humidity to prevent cracking. The demands on wood as a natural resource are also very high.
The industry begged for a lower maintenance, cheaper version of solid hardwood floors so engineered hardwood was born. This solution helped with lowering maintenance and care for the floors but was still fairly expensive for consumers.
Then came laminate floors &#; a wood particle blend with image layer on top to mimic the look of hardwood. As high definition prints and embossing techniques continue to improve the look of laminate, the biggest problem is its tendency to swell with moisture.
Porcelain tile caught onto this desire for wood-looking floors so there has been an increasing trend in wood-like tile. Tile is great because it&#;s very durable and water resistant but is cold to the touch and the rock hard surface can be tough on the feet. Tile also has a more complex installation requiring mortar and grout.
Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) was the next big thing. LVT is vinyl constructed into planks to mimic a wood-looking floor and is waterproof, which solves the problem with laminate. It is cheaper to install with both floating floor click-system or glue down options but can shrink or buckle with cold and heat.
This leads us to the latest innovation in wood-like flooring &#; SPC.
SPC flooring, which stands for Stone Plastic Composite, is the latest innovative material in the flooring world. It is a premium type of LVT that is 100% waterproof and a much more stable material than traditional LVT.
The core of SPC multi-layered floor planks is created from a stone powder and pvc plastic combination that produces an incredibly durable dent-resistant material that doesn&#;t expand and contract with environmental changes.
One of the biggest advantages of SPC is that it is commonly installed with a click style system that is significantly faster to install than traditional tiles &#; making it a DIY homeowner favourite. No glue or nails are required to install, simply cut to size and click in place. Although it lacks some durability compared to traditional tiles, the speed of install drives down the labour cost so significantly that it makes a great flooring option.
While it ranges depending on the manufacturer, SPC planks are generally made up of the following layers:
SPC is a great cost-effective choice for main floors of residential homes with normal wear in kitchens, living spaces or bathrooms. It is also excellent for basements where you&#;ll benefit from waterproofing, secondary vacation homes or rental homes as it is very low maintenance, can take a beating and is cost-effective to change out to maintain a modern look.
The thicker the plank, the more stable and comfortable it is to walk on. With this comes an increase in price but also length of warranty. As the thickness increases, the more forgiving it is when installed on slightly uneven surfaces &#; although we always recommend laying SPC on as flat of a surface as possible free of debris. The SPC floors we carry range from 3mm to 7mm.
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