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Flexible Core Vs Rigid Core LVT
by Philip Smith Inbound Marketing ManagerWhile searching for luxury vinyl tiles for your next
project, you might stumble upon two common industry jargons – Flexible Core LVT
and Rigid Core LVT.
The terms do give a glimpse of what these LVT types are
about. But they have deeper technical aspects which we will uncover under the
subsections below –
Flexible Core Luxury Vinyl Tile
Flexible Core Luxury Vinyl Tiles often come with glue down application
method. However, these self-adhesive variations too, but they are a rarity and
less practicable.
Glue down approach provides more stable LVT floors. That
said, flexi-core LVTs make an ideal selection for large rooms, where stability
is a major concern. Apparently, in larger rooms, self-adhesive and click-lock LVTs
do not work to your expectations in terms of stability and grip.
Since you have to apply the glue, you have the freedom to
use the best quality adhesive for your LVT flooring. You do not get this advantage
with self-adhesive vinyl tiles.
However, if you do not have any experience or do not know
how to install tiles, you should hire a professional to install your flexible
core glue-down LVT flooring – even if it is written on the package that it is a
DIY-friendly product. There is a lot of things you will need to take care of.
Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Tile
These LVTs are rigid or firm at their core. That’s how they
get their name.
Rigid Core LVTs do not bend or roll like standard or other
LVT varieties. These luxury vinyl tiles come with a DIY-friendly, easy-to-install
click-lock mechanism.
These LVTs are easier to install also because you do not
need to apply any glue, as there is already a glue applied on their back. You
just need to peel their back and apply them on the subfloor.
They are stronger than standard vinyl and thin and flexible vinyl
tiles. Due to their rigid core, these tiles are more durable than flexible core
and other vinyl tile types.
Looking for luxury vinyl tiles for your next project?
Visit ShadesOfStone.com, one of the trusted tile stores in US.
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About Philip Smith 
Inbound Marketing Manager
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