What is LVT flooring?

LVT flooring is a flooring material popular for its durability and great looks. It’s made of several layers of PVC, topped with a realistic image layer and a protective wear layer to prevent damage. You can read our ultimate LVT flooring guide for all you need to know about luxury vinyl floors.

There are a number of flooring materials on the market today, so why is LVT so popular? The realistic image layer of LVT makes it a cost-effective way of emulating the looks of wood or stone, but its longevity, resistance against scratches and scuffs, and versatility around the house make it an especially beloved choice.

How to lay LVT flooring

Different types of LVT flooring will need to be installed in different ways. Glue-down LVT needs to be attached to the subfloor of your room with a special adhesive, while click LVT is designed to click into place using locking mechanisms. Weigh up your options before attempting to lay LVT yourself, and call a professional if you need assistance.

How to cut LVT flooring

You can buy specialised vinyl cutters to trim your LVT down to size, or simply use a utility knife or saw. Measure where you’ll need to make a cut on your LVT, and mark a line across the chosen section with a pencil. Then, ensuring you make a clean, controlled cut, use your chosen tool to score a line in your plank and snap it in two using both hands.

How to clean LVT flooring

When cleaning your LVT floor, make sure to vacuum or sweep any dirt or debris first. Then, use a suitable vinyl cleaner and a damp mop, before leaving your flooring to air dry. You can remove tougher stains using household methods like a baking soda and vinegar solution, but be sure not to scrub too hard.

Can you steam clean LVT flooring?

High moisture and heat levels can warp your luxury vinyl tiles, so we typically recommend that you don’t steam clean your LVT flooring. Warping can lead to uneven floors and damage over time, so you should practice caution to avoid costly repairs or replacements.

Is LVT better than laminate?

Laminate tends to be a more cost-effective option than LVT, but our luxury vinyl flooring offers superior durability and a more realistic appearance. Plus, while laminate is usually porous and affected by moisture damage, LVT is available in waterproof options, which are better suited to areas such as bathrooms.

Is LVT better than carpet?

Carpet offers a warm, soft surface compared to the hardness of LVT flooring, but its texture and poor moisture resistance make it unfit for use in bathrooms and kitchens. LVT is a more versatile flooring choice, which requires less heavy maintenance and can be cleaned easily without specialist tools.

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Choose the right look for your home

With so many image layer options available, you can give your home a unique touch of style by emulating a range of materials. Whether you’re looking for a marble effect to give your floors an elegant look or wood effect flooring on a budget, you’ll be able to make a great impression with the right luxury vinyl flooring from our range.

Great looks, minimal effort

Cleaning your new LVT floor is easy – just vacuum or sweep up any dirt, use a damp mop with a mild cleaner, and leave to dry. You can also remove scratches from LVT using simple methods, and make your LVT floor shine using household solutions to keep your floors looking their best without an expensive maintenance routine.

Browse our wide range of LVT

From kitchen LVT to keep you safe while cooking, to living room LVT that can deal with heavy foot traffic and pets, there’s an LVT floor for every purpose in our range. We also stock a variety of the top brands, so you can find Quick-Step LVT flooring or Barlinek LVT flooring at great prices.

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Luxury Vinyl Tiles

Polyflor Expona Commercial Plank Amber Classic Oak 4087

Amber Classic Oak 4087

Polyflor Expona Commercial Plank Black Elm 4035

Black Elm 4035

Polyflor Expona Commercial Prisma Cottage Oak Prisma 4117

Cottage Oak Prisma 4117

Polyflor Expona Commercial Tile Dark Terrazzo 5127

Dark Terrazzo 5127

Polyflor Expona Commercial Tile Light Micro Terrazzo 5123

Light Micro Terrazzo 5123

Polyflor Expona Commercial Plank Una White Oak 4132

Una White Oak 4132

Polyflor Expona Commercial Granite Mosaic 5095

Granite Mosaic 5095

Polyflor Expona Commercial Herringbone Oiled Oak Parquet 4128

Oiled Oak Parquet 4128

Polyflor Expona Commercial Tile Grey Triassic 5121

Grey Triassic 5121

Polyflor Expona Commercial Versailles Sherwood Oak Versailles 4124

Sherwood Oak Versailles 4124

Quick-Step Alpha Bloom Plank Pure Oak Blush

Pure Oak Blush

Quick-Step Alpha Bloom Plank Autumn Oak Honey

Autumn Oak Honey

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Luxury Vinyl Tiles

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Plank Amber Classic Oak 4087

Amber Classic Oak 4087

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Plank Black Elm 4035

Black Elm 4035

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Prisma Cottage Oak Prisma 4117

Cottage Oak Prisma 4117

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Tile Dark Terrazzo 5127

Dark Terrazzo 5127

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Tile Light Micro Terrazzo 5123

Light Micro Terrazzo 5123

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Plank Una White Oak 4132

Una White Oak 4132

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Granite Mosaic 5095

Granite Mosaic 5095

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Herringbone Oiled Oak Parquet 4128

Oiled Oak Parquet 4128

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Tile Grey Triassic 5121

Grey Triassic 5121

Polyflor · Expona Commercial Versailles Sherwood Oak Versailles 4124

Sherwood Oak Versailles 4124

Quick-Step · Alpha Bloom Plank Pure Oak Blush

Pure Oak Blush

Quick-Step · Alpha Bloom Plank Autumn Oak Honey

Autumn Oak Honey

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Polyflor Expona Commercial Plank Amber Classic Oak 4087

Polyflor Expona Commercial Plank Black Elm 4035

Polyflor Expona Commercial Prisma Cottage Oak Prisma 4117

Polyflor Expona Commercial Tile Dark Terrazzo 5127

Polyflor Expona Commercial Tile Light Micro Terrazzo 5123

Polyflor Expona Commercial Plank Una White Oak 4132

Polyflor Expona Commercial Granite Mosaic 5095

Polyflor Expona Commercial Herringbone Oiled Oak Parquet 4128

Polyflor Expona Commercial Tile Grey Triassic 5121

Polyflor Expona Commercial Versailles Sherwood Oak Versailles 4124

Quick-Step Alpha Bloom Plank Pure Oak Blush

Quick-Step Alpha Bloom Plank Autumn Oak Honey