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Vinyl flooring is a synthetic flooring made primarily from PVC (polyvinyl chloride) + stabilizers + decor print + wear layer. Three main types:
1. LVT (LUXURY VINYL TILE/PLANK) - flexible PVC, glue-down or click. Thin 2-4mm.
2. WPC (WOOD PLASTIC COMPOSITE) - wood-flour + PVC core, 6-8mm, softer feel.
3. SPC (STONE PLASTIC COMPOSITE) - limestone + PVC core, 4-6mm, 100% waterproof, hardest.
ALL VINYL FLOORING IS:
1. Water-resistant.
2. Click-lock or glue-down install.
3. Available in wood, stone, tile looks.
4. Wear-layer protected against scratches.
PRACTICAL DIFFERENCES:
1. LVT - thinnest, cheapest, most flexible. Best for: budget commercial, retrofits.
2. WPC - softer/warmer underfoot, mid-priced. Best for: comfort-priority residential.
3. SPC - hardest, most stable, premium. Best for: most Indian residential.
NOTE: At Material Depot, "vinyl flooring" usually refers to LVT/LVP/sheet vinyl. SPC and WPC are categorised separately due to their rigid-core distinct construction.
AT MATERIAL DEPOT, vinyl (LVT/LVP) is our budget wood-look category - 400+ SKUs across wood, stone, herringbone looks. Excellent value for commercial, rental, transitional setups.
Read detailed answer →Vinyl flooring's six advantages - honestly assessed for Indian homes:
1. WATER RESISTANCE: All vinyl is water-resistant; SPC is 100% waterproof.
2. AFFORDABILITY: Rs 60-200/sqft material - among cheapest wood-look options.
3. EASE OF INSTALL: Click-lock or glue-down. Fast, DIY-friendly for LVP/SPC.
4. LOW MAINTENANCE: Wipe clean, no refinishing.
5. DESIGN VARIETY: Wood looks, stone, herringbone - wide range.
6. COMFORT UNDERFOOT: Softer than tile or laminate, slight warmth.
WHEN VINYL WINS:
1. Kitchens, bathrooms (vs laminate/wood).
2. Commercial fit-outs (budget + durability).
3. Rental properties (replaceable).
4. Retrofit over existing flooring (thin LVT format).
5. Tight budget projects.
WHEN ALTERNATIVES BEAT VINYL:
1. Premium feel underfoot → SPC (specifically) wins over LVT.
2. Real wood feel → engineered wood.
3. Hardest scratch surface → laminate.
4. Longest life → vitrified tile.
5. Heritage premium aesthetics → solid wood.
INDIAN HOMES - RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. SPC (a vinyl subtype) is the most popular wood-look choice today.
2. LVT/LVP is best for: kitchen, bathroom, balcony (where solid options don't work), or rental properties.
3. WPC for: comfort-priority living/bedrooms in moderate-budget projects.
COST RANGE: Rs 60-300/sqft material; Rs 90-350/sqft installed.
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