WPC & COREtec™ Shopping Guide

What Is It?

"Is there such a thing as waterproof laminate?"

This is by far one of our most frequently asked questions. Laminate floors are a very popular choice for pet owners and families with children because of their extreme durability. However, they are water resistant, not waterproof. The core board that composes the bulk of a laminate floor plank is made with compounds to increase its moisture resistance, and it is protected by layers both on the top and on the bottom, but it's still an absorbent material.

Wood Plastic Core (WPC) is a patented hybrid composed of wood and plastic that adopts the best qualities of both vinyl and laminate flooring. COREtec™ and INNOcore, like all WPC, are 100% phthalate free materials. WPC is waterproof, provides superior stability, and is suitable for installation in areas with higher instances of moisture. It will never swell if exposed to water! Floors To Your Home is proud to offer a beautiful selection of WPC vinyl flooring at our incredible discount prices.

WPC Vinyl Flooring With Premium Quality

Every layer of quality sets WPC vinyl apart. All of our WPC floors feature luxury virgin vinyl surfaces in a stylish array of colors and designs, Just like COREtec™, INNOcore WPC features a layer of luxury vinyl protected by a transparent heavy duty wear layer. protected by a transparent heavy-duty wear layer. From understated greys to dynamite cherry reds and everything in between, Floors To Your Home offers WPC vinyl flooring is available in a lovely range of colors to suit any dècor plan.

The layered structure of WPC ensures the vinyl layer takes the impact for maximum sound reduction capability. No squeaking or that cold, hollow echo from laminate floors. This is one quiet material! Some even feature premium attached cork padding. Cork is the gold standard of soundproofing underlayment, more effective than foam at muffling footfalls and other unwanted noise. The 1.5 millimeter thick cork padding eliminates sound better than even 3 millimeter felt, and is naturally moisture resistant! For those consumers who opt to purchase WPC vinyl flooring without the attached pad, no additional padding is needed.

Where Can It Go?

Some floors are notorious for producing a hollow 'tap, tap' sound. Not WPC! Its rigid construction and dimensional thickness allows for much greater warmth underfoot.

One of WPC's most sterling advantages comes from its versatility. Unlike laminate's core board, WPC's wood plastic core is dimensionally stable when exposed to moisture and temperature fluctuations. It's 100% waterproof! WPC floors are an excellent way to break out of the ordinary options for kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and other moisture-prone areas.

Do you have children? Pets? A busy household that sees plenty of foot traffic? Then you need a flooring material that will roll with the punches, stand up to the hard knocks, and come out swinging. WPC can do all of that and more! It's highly resistant to impact, stains, scratching, and wear, designed to look beautiful and stay beautiful.

When Can It Be Installed?

Normally, flooring material needs time to acclimate to the temperature and humidity of its new environment. Not WPC! While it certainly won't hurt your WPC to wait a day or so before installing it, it's not required.

WPC doesn't need much in the way of subfloor preparation. Cracks? Divots? No problem! Unlike laminate and vinyl floors, WPC's rigid core allows it to go over uneven plywood or concrete subfloors without the extra work of leveling or repair. Of course, always read the manufacturer's specifications about subfloors prior to installation.

WPC Vinyl in a Wide Variety of Colors to Match Your Style

Whichever color you choose, you can rest easy knowing each of our WPC vinyl options includes a lengthy warranty, giving you extra peace of mind without extra costs.