Is luxury vinyl flooring scratch-resistant?

Luxury vinyl flooring has a tough surface layer that resists staining and scratches, and other types of abrasion. This pet-friendly floor covering is ideal for every space in the home. It's functional, durable, and attractive. It's also budget-friendly and maintenance-free. You can find a style for your flooring project at Callaway's Carpet in Abilene, Texas. We have been serving the Big Country since 1963. Our mobile showroom can visit your home if you prefer.

Composition

Four layers of disparate materials are bonded together to form luxury vinyl planks and tiles. The backing layer cushions the core layer, and it also prevents wear on the subfloor. The high-tech image layer is situated above the core layer. A luxury vinyl plank floor looks like hardwood, while a luxury vinyl tile floor looks hardwood, stone, or ceramic. Waterproof luxury vinyl can be subjected to moisture for long periods without damage.

Wear layer

The best luxury vinyl flooring brands have a thick wear layer, and 25-year warranties often back these brands. It isn't easy to scratch the image of the natural material as long as this top layer is intact. Once it is worn down, the image becomes damaged, and the flooring must be replaced. Thus, it is essential to choose a brand that has a dense wear layer. LVP and LVT with at least a 20 mil wear layer are ideal for heavy residential foot traffic.

Callaway's Carpet carries luxury vinyl flooring made by well-known manufacturers like Armstrong, Tarkett, and Metroflor. Our services are numerous. The team can handle commercial and residential installation, flooring repairs, area rug binding, and more. In-home measurement is part of your flooring upgrade. If you live in the Texas communities of Sweetwater, Coleman, Breckenridge, Aspermont, or a nearby area, stop by our showroom to view the latest LVP and LVT styles.