Durability, Materials, and Construction Differences
Engineered to withstand the demands of high-traffic environments, offering superior durability, resistance to wear, and moisture protection.
It is distinctly different from residential grade vinyl plank flooring, which is designed for lighter use in home environments.
Commercial-grade vinyl planks typically feature a thicker wear layer (often 20 mil or higher) compared to residential grade, which typically uses wear layers of 12 mil or less.
This added thickness provides enhanced resistance to scratches, stains, and daily wear and tear, making commercial-grade flooring perfect for areas with heavy foot traffic.
The core of commercial-grade vinyl plank flooring is often made with Stone-Plastic Composite (SPC) or High-Density Fiberboard (HDF).
These materials offer higher density, improved impact resistance, and greater stability under varying environmental conditions.
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Commercial-grade vinyl planks often include additional layers for soundproofing and thermal insulation, which are particularly useful in offices, retail spaces, and other commercial environments where comfort and noise control are important.
Residential-grade vinyl plank generally lacks these features, as they are less critical in home environments.
This material is often added to the wear layer of commercial-grade vinyl planks, providing scratch and stain resistance.
It helps maintain the aesthetic of the flooring in high-traffic environments by protecting it from everyday damage and wear.
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Used in the wear layer, urethane helps to increase the durability of commercial-grade vinyl planks by protecting them from damage caused by foot traffic, spills, and heavy equipment.
This material provides an additional layer of protection, ensuring that the flooring maintains its appearance for years.
SPC forms an ultra-durable, waterproof core, which is resistant to denting, warping, and bending.
This core material ensures that commercial-grade vinyl planks remain structurally stable, even in spaces with high moisture levels, like bathrooms or kitchens.
In some commercial-grade vinyl planks, HDF cores provide additional strength and impact resistance, making the flooring better equipped to handle the rigors of high-traffic areas.
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Added to the SPC core, limestone increases density, which enhances the plank’s resistance to scratches, dents, and temperature changes.
This makes the flooring more stable and durable, providing long-lasting performance in commercial settings.
Some manufacturers add cultured diamonds into their commercial-grade vinyl planks, providing superior scratch, stain, and scuff resistance.
These diamonds increase the overall durability and longevity of the flooring, making it suitable for even the busiest environments.
A PUR surface treatment is applied to commercial-grade vinyl planks to provide extreme protection against wear and staining.
This treatment makes the flooring easier to clean and maintain, ensuring its appearance remains intact in high-traffic environments.
Commercial-grade vinyl plank flooring is built with thicker wear layers, stronger core materials like SPC or HDF, and additional features like soundproofing, making it more durable and suited for high-traffic, demanding environments. Residential grade vinyl is thinner, with less durability and fewer performance features.
Commercial-grade vinyl plank flooring includes materials like aluminum oxide, urethane, SPC, HDF, limestone, cultured diamonds, and PUR surface treatments, all of which contribute to its scratch, stain, and moisture resistance, and provide a durable, long-lasting flooring solution.
Commercial-grade vinyl plank flooring can last up to 20-30 years or more with proper maintenance, thanks to its enhanced durability, moisture resistance, and wear protection features.
The thicker wear layer, advanced core materials like SPC, and protective surface treatments provide commercial-grade vinyl plank flooring with superior resistance to wear and tear, making it perfect for high-traffic environments like offices, retail spaces, and healthcare facilities.
Yes, commercial-grade vinyl plank flooring is typically waterproof due to the SPC core and moisture-resistant backing layers, making it suitable for environments prone to spills and humidity, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and entryways.
