What is WPC?
WPC (Wood Plastic Composite) - is a 100% waterproof engineered luxury vinyl plank. Featuring an inter-locking system that can be installed over most existing sub floors. WPC flooring is extremely durable and known for its gorgeous realistic aesthetic. It most commonly comes as a long plank, in sizes similar to 7" x 48".
Price Range:
Price Range is $1.89 to $3.89. Depending of thickness of wear layer. Your wear layer can range from 6 mil. to 20 mil.
Why should you buy WPC?
This flooring is more stable to different climates. Its wear layer is stronger which is why it is a more resistant flooring when compared to laminate, vinyl plank, and hardwood.
WPC will have that realistic wood-look and is durable against water and humidity, as well as reusable.
If it was to rain for 10 days straight and you had 2 ft of water inside of your home, you could disassemble the WPC, clean it, let it dry and reinstall the same planks. This flooring could last you a lifetime.
Who should buy WPC?
- Pet Owners - WPC is scratch resistant.
- Parents - It is able to handle various types of liquids and hold up to your childs play.
Installation
All WPC is an interlocking system. No adhesives required, no underlayment required (it comes attached with the product).
You would need a rubber mallet and a miter saw for cuts.
Installation is much cleaner and faster compared to a hardwood installation.
Popular Options:
Lawson Flooring:
If you are looking for something that lasts and that you can have within the next day (if in stock). Then we recommend "Lawson". This brand will provide you with a Lifetime Warranty for Residential and a 10 year Warranty for Commercial.
Revolution Mills:
This brand is also a great option for next day pick up (if color is in stock) and highly durable. It comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty for Residential and a 10 year Light Commercial Warranty.
Shaw:
This brand we would say is best overall. We know it is one of the largest flooring manufacturers which certainly counts. Its WPC is good quality with a reasonable cost. The estimated wait time to get WPC from this brand will be around 5 to 7 business days. It usually comes with warranties of 30 years for Residential and 7 years for Light Commercial.
Mohawk:
This brand has some of the best selection out there
UniClic WPC comes with warranties of 15 to Lifetime for residential and usually 10 years for Light Commerical. Estimated wait time of 5-7 business days once order is placed.