If so, please comment. Thanks, Lynette! You can find them exclusively at independent retailers from $4-$8 per square foot. I have been considering Metroflor Genesis Engage 600NP myself. I’m looking at whole house, excepting bedrooms. Please see our detailed guides below. We have two dogs and want something highly scratch resistant. Then go over the fine print with a magnifying glass. I’m having second thoughts because of reviews I’ve read on line of this type of floor scratching easily. We had this installed April 2017. Mark any tiles for cutting before you apply the glue. The VOCs confuse the flies to think there’s a dead carcass somewhere. What type of LVP should I consider that will last and look new? Vinyl plank flooring is a great choice as the flooring is, Replacements over 20 years: 2 (could be more with heavy use). Easy to install and always look at a local contractor for the labor if you are unable to do the install yourself. So, over the past three weeks we’ve been enjoying to product as much as one can enjoy a kitchen floor. It’s a line of lvt with cork as one of the layers. When in doubt, check the Environmental Protection Agency’s website. Another post stated there is pet-proof warranty on Coretech? Will weight sitting on furniture leave dents? There is debate over which method works best. It took almost 2 months to get a manufacturer rep out to our house after filing a claim and then they denied it and said it was improper installation – they stated that our quarter round was too tight and not allowing it to move. However, fast judgements made before all investigation is done and using a forum for quick advice from folks that you have no idea about their credentials or who probably know less than you do— is risky business and a way to throw money out the door. I have cats that puke and occasionally miss the litter box. I have done tons of research and these are the only ones I have found that will be warranteed for my needs. What the heck am I to do now? Yes, vinyl plank flooring is a great option for those of you with pets. Expect to pay between $2-$6 per square foot for Proximity Mills vinyl planks. It is sold at Floors USA, and I am having them do the installation, on the entire 1st floor (living room/dining room/kitchen/powder room). I’m considering this brand ant type also for thruout my livingroom, dining, family room and kitchen and would appreciate any experiences. These planks come in beautiful muted tones and hand-scraped textures. The sky’s the limit when it comes to designing with vinyl. We have over 2,000 trusted partners that we work with to help find you the best product at the best price. But beware of bargain brands. We have 3 dogs, one an English Bulldog, one French Bulldog and one American Bulldog and we have no scratches on the floor after over one month and any spills or accidents come right up and no worry about bubbling, etcetera. It’s usually a 5-minute procedure and requires no special skills. So, you can get the real wood look without the hassle. I had Adura Max Cascade installed a few months ago. Love my COREtec too! Examples for flooring that is formaldehyde free or has low levels of VOCs (always check the product specifications to confirm): Floor Critics’ Recommendation: Look for brands that have very low VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compound) and are phthalate-free. Experiment with different lines and sizes. I should’ve done more homework on this. It went down pretty fast. This allows them to call it “waterproof hardwood” because technically it is. Please advise if you have any knowledge of this product. – Many brands are waterproof and have insulation properties. If seams are the issue, use a hand-roller and apply even pressure. Another enemy of vinyl: heavy furniture. Our goal is to help you by being an independent resource whose experience can help solve or answer your questions. Aide / FAQ; Conditions générales de vente Normally a peel and stick should not need adhesive.. I can’t sleep in my home due to my chemical sensitivities. Take a look at their Facebook page and look for the reviews of their product. We have dogs and were leaning towards lifeproof but just found the Harmonics brand at Costco and are now debating which one would be better. Also the Hallmark would final price with install puts in the range of a beautiful wood we like. They were able to cut the tile around all the cabinets but at a much greater cost for the demo and with the risk of damaging the wood cabinets. I’ve narrowed my focus on Shaw’s Floorte Pro Series (which is a bit more manageable for me), specifically series 3,5,6 and 7. This site was extremely helpful during my new floor endeavors into product research and choosing what best suited my needs. It is a click product with a 20 mil wear layer. Kardeen has a very nice product! You might be tempted to ditch it, but don’t. I have the Largo Caplone and love it. I am in the process of preparing to install vinyl wood flooring. It was floating, all right, floating on three-weeks fermented pee and water. I have been looking into LVP for our cabin in northern Michigan and have learned that temperature is a BIG factor. I need to know more about Downs H20 LVP. There could be a moisture problem or a leveling problem. Was having a hard time trying to find temperature guidelines. I have 3 Labradors that are mine and 2 more that visit on a regular basis. Both have their ups and downs. Luxury Vinyl Plank is made from PVC (poly vinyl chloride) which contains plastisizers to increase flexibility. How does vinyl plank look and feel vs. hardwood vs. bamboo? Life proof is 12mil not sure which shaw product you are looking at but i will tell you the best way to find it is on the shaw website. I feel more stuck and confused than when I started. There are certain guidelines that have to be followed for any floor. We have “peaking”/curling ends, several planks have disconnected and are popping up. Have golden retriever. But, I have felt pads under every piece of furniture, for protection and easier sliding when moving. Love it.. We have maple floors that turned yellow within 2 years (no oil-based poly, and this included minimally exposed sun areas), and scratched at the drop of a hat (or literally a fork). I had republic flooring lvp installed in my previous house. Am considering it for the basement but have heavy office furniture in there and won’t be able to afford replacing if it’s this bad. Seems odd but maybe these folks make the tile for Mohawk. ft.): Our molded doors are constructed in an eco-friendly manner. The lines act as a visual guide, so you’ll have a clear starting and ending point. It looks to me like a LVP product with a hardwood top hat on. No wax? These LVTs have foam backing. Any thoughts on the multicore rigid waterproof planks? From what I’ve seen, they make the best LVP. Best of luck to all. It has a lifetime warranty, lifetime waterproof warranty, low chemical emissions & is commercial rated. Everyone tells us it is a better product but we are unable to find any information on the wear level of the APEX. Floating Luxury Vinyl If you do decide on vinyl, bear in mind that quality matters and take the time to do your research. Thankfully, there are ways to tell the difference. Areas keep coming up. The dishwasher leaked and it wasn’t reported for ages which caused about 3 rows of cracked tiles near sink. Honestly not sure why this reviewer did not cover mil, because it really is key to disability. I’ve never been happier with a renovation. We just bought a new home and the designer recommended Cronin Company Genesis 1200 planks. One of the benefits of vinyl flooring is that it is easy to clean. Can a DIYer do it? I’m an installer and own a flooring company. I do like this LVT and may install it in our finished basement. Vinyl handles humidity well, but it never hurts to err on the side of caution. I found a couple reviews, but they seemed to have been connected with getting something free from F & D — so I don’t know how valid they’d be. We are trying to decide between Lifeproof (mixed width) and Shaw Floorte (alto/largo mix plus). Click here to ask the experts at Floor Critics. We are having to replace our flooring for this very reason, it looks really bad and unprofessional. Just finishing a fully enclosed 3 season (non-heated) sunroom in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Printed film: The printed film helps deliver the look of real wood. If you opt to hire a pro, ask them to provide you with a custom estimate, proof of insurance, and referrals from past jobs. Floor Critics’ Recommendation: Don’t expect to see a material return on investment for vinyl plank flooring. Hi, – Note vinyl flooring can fade if exposed to prolonged sunlight, Cold Climates It is not an air filter. Has anyone had vinyl plank flooring installed via Costco, and if so was the price reasonable? Installation was put right over it though which was great. Additionally, rigid boards may snap under the added weight or wheels may catch in the grooves, causing a safety hazard. Installation was in Feb. 2018 and less than six months later we noticed our planks de-laminating. Anyone out there know anything about this company or product…. Anyone know of this one or can offer any input? Really like the way it looks but there is so little information on it. It wiped right up. Here are a few tips to help lessen the confusion: We liked what we saw but are also considering Shaw through Costco. This line goes on sale often. Should I be concerned about this for a glue down installation? After several months of sample collecting of various flooring types to replace the 14 yr old carpet in my home (600 sq ft) I settled on Cali Vinyl Pro (redefined pine) along with a 3mm moisture/mold protector. Everyday cleaning: It is important to frequently remove any dust or debris from your vinyl floors. The back of almost every piece comes with pieces of manufacturing scrap stuck to it. I asked the salesman, I asked the installers. No matter how beautiful, people tend to scoff at the mention of vinyl. I’m researching now for my first Viny Plank Floor purchase. Installing vinyl in a home with lots of nooks and crannies is a chore. We previously had 3/4” hardwood floors so this is definitely a change to adjust to. It isn’t wood but at our age, ease of care and comfort trumps all. 3. Online shopping makes sense for commodity or smaller purchases, but flooring is a very large investment and, Don’t be swayed by a lower price as the risks outweigh any cost benefit, Returning defective product can be a big hassle vs. simply taking it back to the brick and mortar store and often times there is a restocking fee, Buying online can also be confusing as product names, models, and colors are often changed by retailers. Cannot find any reviews. If you buy the underlayment separately, anticipate spending $30-$50 for a 100 square foot roll. Lowe’s has one with a puller and tapping block though I would highly recommend getting the longer/wider one. – Wear layer: generally >12 mils We are going to do about 4,000 sq. Have large dog and normal furniture. I am having an EVP Product installed made by Meridian LaGrande. Hi- Vinyl plank flooring is a cost-effective way to update your home without breaking the bank. Armstrong sweetens the deal by adding a limited lifetime warranty and easy click-lock installation. HAs anyone heard of the brand Earth Werks for LVT & LVP? Really need need some informed experience with both of these. Thanks. Do you recall if there was any kind of barrier put in between cement & planks. $8000 mistake. Luxury vinyl planks generally require glue down installation and need a level subfloor prior to installation. I am thinking of Installing CoreTec Plus. The colors are various shades of pale gray with a hint of beige. Shaw also has this “embossed in register” feature with their luxury vinyl floors that make any rifts or wood knots feel real. My floor is even, level. When it comes to longevity, hardwood flooring has the advantage. Are you still happy? When questions arise, ask our team. Pick a section and spread the adhesive from the center out. I can not locate a company named “VINYL FLOORS” After lots of research I have decided to go with Shaw Floorte Pro 6 series. Does it stay down? 1. Where is best place to purchase ? Like .12 – .20? but the core is made up of a stone plastic composite. I think that some brand are better than others, but Consumer Reports only tested a few manufactures, and their ratings did not coincide with buyers comments. It also is a huge pain to clean because it picks up dust and hairs like crazy. Make sure to remove all cleaning agents thoroughly with a wet mop and dry the floor thoroughly soon after cleaning. The Floorte series seem to have strong offerings to guard against those concerns with their different finishes. It says it’s waterproof. By the time you factor in your time, effort to remove the old floor, and extra equipment needed, there may not be any cost savings The planks fit together seamlessly to create a watertight barrier. I have other areas where installers said no problem but the planks don’t/are not seating and edges are raised up which will be subject to breaking eventually and can make you lose your balance. Sure was glad to see your post. Our network of partners has access to almost any floor on the market. In hindsight it’s actually a better and more realistic looking product. Our team can put you in touch with a retailer if you would like to get samples or learn more. The government sets strict manufacturing regulations on levels, but it’s not always enough. We hear stories like this all the time. If you’re installing the vinyl, remember to include extra material for waste and replacement. ◊ Determine your budget to help narrow down the vast options (remember with flooring, you get what you pay for) We’re considering LVP for our AZ house as well, but have some concerns regarding how heat might affect it. For daily sprucing, use your favorite static dust broom. Many people think it’s real wood. Where was the best place you found to both learn about Shaw from a non-biased source and fair prices? Most LVP flooring is made from mixing and melting polyvinyl chloride resin (PVC), with pigments, calcium carbonate, plasticizers, fungicide, and UV stabilizers to create a solid plastic. To help you, Floor Critics has a large partner network that we trust. We are installing over concrete in Florida. Some products can not be used below 50 degrees or the warranty will be voided. The vinyl laminate is literally peeling away from the planks/backing. Do you have any install pictures of different colors? Not yet. I’ve been looking into luxury vinyl for a while and I found this blog post on the different types of Shaw’s Floorte Pro Series 3, 5, 6, & 7. The Hallmark is more expensive but well rated by consumers and ticks the other boxes (20 mill, environment stuff, looks and feels great). Would .5 be a good number for thick wet layer? And we just went for the stuff at Home Depot. Too many bad reviews. Please report back here with what you find out! I would install the recommended underlayment (if recommended or required) per the manufacturer to prevent possible warranty issues. Floor Critics’ Recommendation: Take your time and try to enjoy the process! Walking on Cortec Plus plank (we also put 15# felt over cement slab foundation) has a little “crunchy” or “tap” sound. Karndean LVP floors are waterproof and scratch-resistant, and they feature attached foam padding. No I did not, the click mechanism is solid. I hear it is the up and coming thing but cannot find any reviews on the company or the product. Stay away from box/chain stores! The Pergo has a 22mil wear layer, vs 20 on the Shaw; and an overall 7mm thickness w/ pad vs 5.5 mm on the Shaw. Does anyone how this flooring holds up? Often times times trying to DIY can lead to more damage and expenses than having a pro do it for you (flooring is a large investment and needs to be done right the first time) We have a large dog and two birds. This flooring scratches easily. We’ve had great service from HD over the years. Very difficult to clean. Sounds like horses clomp clomping. We have 10 grandkids, our son brings his big dog over often, we have some very heavy furniture on it- no dents. I am just very nervous about the scratching as I have 4 dogs, a pool, and I am kinda hard on stuff myself. Then it’s time to select a size. The floor looks great, but I can’t find anything about them. We have no South facing windows and now worries of sections getting too warm. Go for timeless, not trendy. Along with a pool that no one wants to dry off before they run in the house from. hi we had the same problem with ceramic tiles which were installed directly on the cement floor in Florida, many test later and lots of money investigating, we ripped out the 2 year old tiles, put two layers of Red Guard liquid membrane and installed new tiles. One weakness is sharp objects. The inspector states: “Deflection and joint gap issues usually is a result of substrate problems,” which implies that the subfloor was not properly prepared. I am going to order some larger Cali samples, but I wanted to ask you about the click mechanism on the Cali. What about footprints, stains and scuff marks, do you have issues with them? Any thoughts? The Floorte has an extra clear layer for protection but the Lifeproof has the virgin vinyl and isocore. The boxes should specify the flooring is FloorScore certified and CARB2 compliant. Legal action against who, strata, lower units owner or the flooring company? I just discovered NOVACORE. Our installer suggested gluing the vinyl planking [COREtec] to the subfloor instead of floating since he believes there is a sound difference and feeling when walking on a floating floor. If you don’t like the look, then I would say have the baseboards removed prior to the flooring installation. I’m looking at it, too, but can’t find many reviews. I know it is made by Shaw and sold as Downs at Flooring America. If you have extra material, keep it. It leaves “shadows” even after mopping. I have been unable to find any online reviews or anything about it. I had it installed by a professional 3 years ago in my entire home, even my 3 bathrooms & master bathroom. Re LVP flooring, Is there a major diff between having foam backing vs cork already attached to the plank itself?