Luxury vinyl plank
Luxury vinyl plank for basements, kitchens and busy homes
Water-resistant, warmer and quieter than tile, and convincing as wood — when the product is good and the subfloor is flat.
Why LVP is popular below grade
Rigid-core luxury vinyl plank tolerates the moisture and temperature swings of a basement far better than wood or laminate. It clicks together as a floating floor, so it can go over a properly prepared concrete slab with the right underlay.
It is also unforgiving of dips: any low spot telegraphs through or stresses the joints. Levelling the slab is the part of the job that makes it last.
Comparing flooring materials
A quick guide to how the common options behave. The right answer depends on the room, the subfloor and how you live.
| Material | Water tolerance | Feel underfoot | Best rooms | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood | Low | Warm, solid, natural | Living, dining, bedrooms | Can be refinished. Not for bathrooms or damp basements. |
| Engineered hardwood | Low–moderate | Like hardwood | Main floors, some basements | Real wood top layer on a stable core; handles seasonal change better. |
| Luxury vinyl plank | High | Softer, quieter | Basements, kitchens, whole-home | Water-resistant and forgiving. Quality varies a lot by product. |
| Laminate | Moderate | Firm | Bedrooms, living areas | Durable surface, good value. Standing water is its weak point. |
| Porcelain tile | Very high | Hard, cool unless heated | Bathrooms, entries, kitchens, basements | Nearly indestructible; pairs well with in-floor heat. |
Comparing LVP products
- Wear layer
- Thicker wear layers resist scratches better in busy homes and rentals.
- Core type
- Stone-plastic (SPC) cores are rigid and stable; wood-plastic (WPC) cores feel softer.
- Underlay
- Some products have it attached. Basements may need a vapour barrier too — follow the manufacturer.
Flooring — photos from our projects
Questions
Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP): common questions
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Is LVP waterproof?
The planks themselves handle water well, but water can still get under the floor at the edges. It is water-resistant flooring, not a fix for a wet basement.
Can LVP go over existing tile?
Sometimes, if the tile is flat and solid and the height change works at doors and stairs. We will check.
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