Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) flooring is a traditional plywood flooring material that offers durability, flexibility, ease of installation, and affordability. The LVT flooring market is expected to grow from $18.0 billion in 2019 to $31.4 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 11.7% from 2019 to 2024.
The LVT flooring market is driven by the increasing renovation and remodeling activities and growing consumer interest in interior decoration. This article will offer a guide to LVT flooring, and also introduce Boyu's LVT Flooring Solution.
Overview of LVT flooring
lWhat is LVT Flooring?
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) is a layered floor structure typically consisting of a wear layer, a visual layer, and a backing layer. Each layer plays an important role in the performance and appearance of the LVT.
From the top is the wear layer. Below the wear layer is the print layer. This layer provides the visual effect of the product, such as wood, stone, or an abstract look. On the other hand, the backing layer provides balance and stability to the top layer. In traditional luxury vinyl tile construction, the overall thickness is usually measured in millimeters (mm), ranging from 2.0mm to 5.0mm.
lTypes of LVT Flooring
1. Loose Lay LVT Flooring
Loose lay LVT flooring can be a great choice for quick turnaround projects. Typically about 5mm thick, they are held in place by their weight and weak adhesive or magnetic strips, allowing for easy adjustment and replacement.
2. Click Together LVT Flooring
Click together LVT floors do not require any adhesive and have a tongue and groove system to lock the floor in place. This type can be a great option as it's easy to install and remove without leaving any adhesive residue. However, LVT floors can develop gaps over time if installed incorrectly.
3. Stick Down LVT Flooring
Stick down LVT floors means using adhesive to stick the tiles to the subfloor. This type tends to be the heaviest and longest-lasting and is best suited for high-traffic areas such as shops, restaurants, or public buildings.
lMaintenance of LVT Flooring
One of the main benefits of LVT flooring is that it is easy to keep clean and in good condition. For example, it can be swept with a broom and cleaned with a mop using cleaning products designed for LVT floors. However, there are also some basic tips to keep in mind.
1. After installing the LVT floor, ensure the casters and glides on any furniture are protected, and the floor will not be scratched.
2. Ensure any excess adhesive residue is removed after installation.
3. Wet mops or scrubbing equipment should be avoided for five days after installing LVT floorings.
Why choose LVT Flooring
lDurability
LVT floors have a long lifespan and retain their luster and appearance over the years. In addition, LVT flooring is easy to maintain.
lVersatility
LVT floors have a variety of applications, including in high-traffic areas (living room, public buildings, etc.) or wet areas (bathroom, basement, etc.).
lNumerous Designs
One of LVT's best features is its wide range of visual effects. New visual effects are being introduced rapidly, while new technologies such as digital printing continue allowing further design exploration. For example, users can choose the warm effect of hardwood floors or the clean look of tiles.
How Boyu Can Boost Your Business
Wuxi Boyu Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd. was established in 1998. The company has more than 20 years of experience and accumulated more than 90 technical patents. Boyu integrates design, production, sales, and after-sales service. As your reliable partner in the plastic flooring industry, we have passed the ISO-9001 quality system certification.
LVT floor is environmentally friendly, durable, and has good waterproof performance, making it an ideal choice for customers. We have launched the LVT Floor Production Line according to the market trend. Our LVT floor line extruders are CE certified.
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