Why Choose LVP? 15 Fabulous Reasons for Making the Switch to Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

At The Designery, we’re big fans of timeless, genuine hardwood and ceramic tile. But for busy, active spaces, we often recommend LVP. Luxury vinyl plank flooring is synthetic flooring that gives homeowners the look of natural, pricier (and perhaps more easily damaged) materials. 

With a clear, tough wear layer, a versatile design layer, and a durable core, anything’s possible with LVP. Here are 15 reasons to choose LVP in your new construction or remodel. 

1. More options than ever before

If you haven’t done a deep dive into the modern world of LVP, get ready for a pleasant surprise. Today’s luxury vinyl flooring can mimic the look of everything from stone tile to weathered hardwood. 

2. It can last longer than you think

What if we told you that your new LVP floor could last for more than two decades? It’s true–choose a thicker wear layer, ensure proper installation, follow easy maintenance recommendations, and enjoy it for up to 25 years. 

3. LVP is more pet-friendly

Worried about little paws scraping and scratching their way across your hardwood? Animal lovers choose LVP due to its scratch resistance. Its moisture resistance is a bonus with pet messes, too.

4. Wall-to-wall use

Kitchens, bathrooms, and everywhere in between–LVP is attractive enough to upgrade any high-traffic area in your home. Foyers, playrooms, living rooms, hallways, and dining rooms stay attractive for years while resisting daily wear and tear.

5. It’s comfortable to walk on

Trade cold, hard, or slippery floors for the more cushioned, comfortable touch of LVP. It’s also much more compatible with underfloor heating systems–no risk of damaging pricey woods!

6. Seamless integration 

Designing a room is exciting but challenging. LVP simplifies getting the look you want without disrupting other design elements. It’s less risky to customize and install than some other floor types as well, so fitting it in tight or irregular areas isn’t as much of a hassle. 

7. It’s waterproof

Imagine having a smooth, attractive floor in your basement, laundry room, guest bathroom–anywhere where moisture threatens to damage your investment. Hydrophobic vinyl planks click together to form tight seams, keeping moisture from seeping into the gaps and cracks we find in other types of floors. 

8. It can improve acoustics

LVP even has noise-dampening properties, so there’s less of an echo and fewer loud footfalls than found with harder floors. 

9. Sustainable options available

The long-lasting qualities of LVP already make it more sustainable than lower-quality synthetic floors. Furthermore, many manufacturers use recycled materials or energy-efficient manufacturing processes. Ask your provider about eco-friendlier options on the market. 

10. It’s a step up from laminate

Looking to upgrade your old laminate, but not sure hardwoods or ceramic are right for your home and lifestyle? LVP lets you graduate to the next step without making a more serious commitment. You get the same great-looking, low-maintenance results with increased durability and moisture resistance.

11. It’s the sanitary alternative to carpet

Despite boasting a luxury label, LVP is pretty unfussy. That’s why a lot of homebuyers choose it to replace existing carpet. It’s much longer-lasting and won’t trap allergens and bacteria. 

12. It’s kid-approved

Kids are responsible for many of our homes’ dents, dings, and whoopsies. Since luxury vinyl plank is durable, sanitary, and easy to care for, it’s a popular pick for homes with little ones crawling about.

13. It’s affordable

One of the main benefits of LVP is that it’s appropriate for many budgets–half the cost of most hardwood and tile floors, in fact. Save more room in your remodel budget for high-end appliances or one-of-a-kind stone countertops and still get a durable, aesthetically pleasing new floor. 

14. It can add value to your home

Think choosing the more affordable option can knock down the resale value of your home? Think again! Many buyers like seeing durable, modern LVP in high-traffic areas, kitchens, and baths. They know it’s newer, low-maintenance, and won’t be a hassle to replace if they prefer something else.

15. It’s low maintenance

LVP is incredibly easy to clean to a soft glow. All it takes is regular sweeping and mopping with mild, diluted soap. No polishing, waxing, sanding, or regrouting. 

The catch? Professional installation lengthens the life of your LVP

Luxury vinyl plank is also widely known as a good project to DIY–if you’re very handy. If not, LVP can shift, letting in moisture, building up dirt, and sustaining damage a lot more easily. 

If you want a cost-effective, attractive, low-maintenance floor to last for years and years, set yourself up for success. Choose a provider that offers proper, professional installation.

The Designery can help. We’re a premier provider of popular LVP collections you can view yourself, as well as experienced, professional installs. Book a free design consultation to begin.