Wood Effect

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is LVT?
  

  Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), also known as "LVT," is a flooring product designed to mimic the appearance of real wood or stone, offering numerous practical advantages.

  LVT consists of several layers. The stability layer ensures the product lays flat and level, while still being flexible enough to cut with a knife. The HD photographic layer provides every Palio Express by Karndean product with its incredibly lifelike design, and the PVC wear layer protects the floor's design from daily wear and tear. The enhanced K-Guard+ surface protection offers additional safeguards and reduces maintenance requirements.

  We offer a diverse selection of styles, colors, and formats, allowing you to achieve an authentic look for your home without the disadvantages of using natural materials.

  You can choose from various flooring patterns, including herringbone, diagonal lay, brickbond, and staggered or stack bond layouts. Our products are pre-cut into planks or tiles, granting you the freedom that sheet vinyl lacks. Moreover, you have the option to mix multiple colors of planks or tiles together, creating a completely one-of-a-kind floor.

  *Laying pattern will depend on the type of product.

• Types of LVT
  

  We provide two varieties of luxury vinyl tile: rigid core and loose lay.

• Rigid Core LVT
  

  Rigid core is 30% quicker to install than other click-locking floors. The ability to fit over most existing hard floors, or uneven subfloors means there is minimal subfloor preparation.
  

• LooseLay LVT
  

  Loose lay is fitted by placing planks or tiles tight to each other and to the perimeter of the room, often without the need for any adhesive.

• What makes LVT so popular?
  

  Luxury vinyl tile surpasses the durability of real wood, stone, or ceramic tiles, making it resilient to everyday wear and tear. Palio Express is also waterproof, unaffected by leaking appliances, spills, or bath time accidents, further enhancing its strength for busy family life. Additionally, it's easy to maintain; a quick sweep and mop using Karndean Clean solution keep it in great condition. LVT offers a warmer underfoot feel compared to real wood or stone and can be used with underfloor heating systems for added warmth. With its practical benefits, realistic effects, and limitless design possibilities, it's no wonder LVT has gained immense popularity in today's flooring market.