Is 12 mil wear a good layer?
Better quality flooring tends to have the highest wear layers but is more expensive. Building professionals tend to stick with a minimum of 12 mil for residential and 28 mil for commercial. You should look for vinyl planks with a wear layer of at least 12 mil.
Is vinyl plank flooring a good choice?
Vinyl plank is also a great scratch-resistant flooring choice. While hardwood will show dings and dents after years of use, vinyl plank is super hard to scratch thanks to its ultra-durable wear layer.
Is 5mm vinyl plank flooring good?
The thickest vinyl planks can be anywhere from 5 mm (0.20 in) to over 8 mm (0.31 in) thick. These planks cost the most, but they are also the most durable and usually look the most like real wood.
What is the thickness of LVP?
The most common thickness of LVP used in common households is 12 mil, but if your household is fairly active, or has a number of pets, a higher thickness is recommended – such as 20 mil. Most thicker planks, such as 28 mil, are used for commercial rather than household installations.
Is 6 mil wear a good layer?
The more MIL’s a product has the stronger the wear layer is. So, a 6 or 12 MIL product will work for your home, but not for a commercial setting. A 20 MIL product will work for your home, AND work for a commercial setting. The higher the MIL’s the higher the warranty in years, and vice versa.
What wear layer should I get?
In short, the thicker the wear layer, the more durable the floor. If you have a space that will need a high resistance to scratches and wear, a higher wear layer, such as a 12 mil or 20 mil, would be best for your application. Commercial vinyl flooring applications will usually require a 20 mil top layer.
Is 2mm wear layer enough?
Generally speaking, a thicker wear layer means more durable flooring. As a result, flooring with a 1mm wear layer has an estimated lifespan of about 20 to 30 years. If you have a 2mm wear layer, you can safely sand and refinish it one to two times, giving it an estimated lifespan of 30 to 40 years.
What thickness LVT should I get?
The industry standard thickness varies depending on where LVT is being used. For commercial use with heavy traffic, 20 mil is recommended and for light commercial traffic or residential applications, 6-12 mil is recommended.
How long will a 12 mil wear layer last?
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| Wear-layer (mm) | Wear-layer (mil) | Typical Commercial Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| 0.3mm | 12 mil | 5 year or “light” use |
| 0.5mm | 20 mil | 10 year |
| 0.7mm | 28 mil | 15 year |
| 1.0mm | 40 mil | 20+ year |