Comprehensive Comparison and Buying Guide for PVC, LVT, SPC, and WPC Flooring

Flooring Categories and Evolution

PVC Flooring
  • Definition: A broad category of plastic flooring, with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) as its primary component.
  • Subcategories: LVT, SPC, and WPC are specialized derivatives of PVC, enhanced with different materials for upgraded performance.
Product Generations
  • LVT (First Generation): Early PVC flooring, known for its high flexibility.
  • WPC (Wood-Plastic Composite Flooring): Incorporates wood flour for improved outdoor durability.
  • SPC (Stone Plastic Composite Flooring): Contains a high proportion of calcium carbonate powder, resulting in increased hardness.
Four different types of flooring

Comparison of the Four Types of Flooring

Table 1: Core Difference Comparison
Dimensions PVC LVT WPC SPC
Primary Material Polyvinyl chloride PVC plus a small amount of calcium carbonate powder PVC with wood powder PVC with 75% calcium carbonate powder
Hardness Soft Semi-rigid Semi-rigid Rigid
Thickness Approximately 2 mm ≤ 5 mm ≥ 8 mm 4–7 mm
Applications Homes, hospitals, schools, shopping malls, factories, offices, and other environments Schools, kindergartens, playrooms, offices, and similar locations Primarily used outdoors, with limited indoor applications Homes, hotels, restaurants, schools, hospitals, and similar venues
Installation Method Adhesive Adhesive or click-lock Requires batten installation Click-lock (DIY friendly)

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