Cleaning Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Tips

Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring provides many benefits to consumers including beauty, comfort and durability.  Even durable vinyl flooring needs proper care and cleaning to maintain it’s initial luxurious look.  Here are some tips to cleaning your luxury vinyl flooring:

Initial Vinyl Plank Flooring Care within 24 hours of installation

• Avoid stepping on the seam if the floor has been seamed to allow it to completely dry undisturbed
• Keep foot traffic very light during the first 24 hours after installation to allow any adhesive to thoroughly dry
• Always protect the floor with wood or hardboard runways when moving furniture and appliances across the floor
• Wait at least three days before washing or scrubbing the floor, you can spot clean with care to avoid the seams

Routine Daily and Weekly Cleaning of Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

• Wipe up spills promptly to prevent stains
• Sweep regularly to remove loose dirt
• Mop occasionally with a recommended vinyl floor cleaning product, avoid soap and detergent products which will cause a dull film to develop.  Rinsing is typically not required but may leave a higher shine
• LVP floors are typically low-gloss, a mop-n-shine product or polish can make the finish shiny
• Several applications of polish may require an occasional stripping.  Manufacturer cleaner and stripper products are available to restore LVP floors to a luxurious luster.
• Use caution when cleaning as resilient floor are slippery when wet

Simple Guidelines to Protect Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

• Always use a doormat outside of each entrance door to prevent tracking in dirt and other substances
• Keep your blinds or curtains closed during times of high sun exposure as excessive sunlight and heat will cause furniture, carpet and even resilient floors to fade over time
• Furniture and appliances should be supported with non-staining floor protectors.
• Always use strips of wood or hardboard runways when moving heavy furniture and appliances across the floor, even if using a dolly or if the appliance has wheels

Contact Great Western Flooring for more information on cleaning luxury vinyl plank flooring and for all your floor care needs.  We offer complimentary design consultations, high-quality floor products and professional installation.  Contact us today to speak with a floor care professional.

What is WPC Flooring?

WPC stands for wood plastic composite and is a type of luxury vinyl flooring enhanced with a waterproof core.  WPC is known for this most desirable quality of moisture and water resistance, becoming quite popular in residential and commercial spaces alike.  WPC provides the look of real hardwood with less maintenance and added durability.  WPC is revolutionizing the way we think of vinyl flooring, providing timeless beauty at an affordable cost.

WPC Flooring is Constructed in Layers

WPC flooring products are constructed in layers with an extruded core made up of synthetic plastic mixed with recycled wood to produce waterproof planks.  A PVC veneer provides added durability and water resistance that will not swell or warp from exposure to water.  Layers in WPC flooring consist of:

• Core underlayment which provides insulation, absorbs imperfections in the subfloor, and resistance to mold and mildew.  
• A waterproof core that will not contract or expand
• Top layer of luxury vinyl which provides resilience with resistance to chips and dents
• Top wear layer which is easy to clean and offers resistance to stains from normal or excessive wear and tear

WPC is beautiful and comfortable, making it a smart investment that brings valuable benefits to your office or home for many years.

WPC Flooring Provides Many Benefits

There are many benefits provided by WPC flooring, whether installed in your home or office.  Some of the most desirable benefits include:

• 100% waterproof core make it ideal in many rooms of the house including kitchens, bathrooms and mudrooms or any room exposed to moisture
• Multiple layers which provide cushion and comfort which is easier on the joints when compared to stone or hardwood
• Realistic replica of real stone or hard wood make it hard to tell the difference between real hardwood or WPC flooring
• Simple maintenance with quick mopping or vacuuming keeps your floors beautiful and clean
• Less expensive that real hardwood with easier installation

WPC flooring provides these and many other valuable benefits when purchasing quality materials with a proper installation.  Great Western Flooring offers quality products with professional installation.

Great Western Flooring offers a wide selection of flooring products, including various types of carpet, vinyl floors, luxury vinyl flooring and WPC flooring to name just a few.  We offer complimentary design consultations and three conveniently located design centers in Naperville, Oswego and St. Charles.  Contact us today to learn more about your flooring options and WPC flooring.  

Luxury Vinyl Flooring Prices

Luxury vinyl flooring is a very popular type of flooring product which provides beauty, durability and comfort – all at an affordable price.  Luxury vinyl flooring comes in either planks or tiles, with planks providing a replica of hardwood and tiles that imitate ceramic or stone tile so convincingly that it’s difficult to tell the difference.  Luxury vinyl planks (LVP) and luxury vinyl tile (LVT) may cost a bit more than traditional vinyl or laminate flooring but are much more affordable than real hard wood or stone flooring and are just as beautiful.  

Luxury vinyl flooring in fact, can be even more comfortable that real wood or stone, as it is constructed in layers to provide comfort and durability.  Standing on a hard wood or stone floor all day can wreak havoc on your knees and joints, as opposed to LVT or LVP floors which have some cushion built in for added comfort.  Real wood or stone requires specific maintenance to keep their beautiful look, while luxury vinyl flooring is easy to maintain with simple regular cleanings.  Luxury vinyl flooring can be more resistant to scratches or stains and simpler to maintain.

Great Western Flooring Offers the Best Prices on Luxury Vinyl

Great Western Flooring Company offers a wide selection of luxury vinyl flooring options at the most affordable price available today.  We offer more than 35 years in business pleasing customers with high quality and low cost.  Our flooring products are manufactured from the most well-known names in carpet and flooring manufacturers such as Mohawk and Shaw.  We are experienced in matching the right flooring product with your budget, delivering high quality floors at a price you can afford. 

Contact Great Western today for the best price available on luxury vinyl flooring.  As prices may vary due to type and style, we invite you to stop by one of our conveniently located design centers or call us today to learn more.  We provide high quality flooring and experienced installation at the most affordable price available today.

Great Western Flooring Company has been pleasing customers in and around the Chicagoland area for over 35 years.  We offer high quality flooring products at a price you can afford.  Contact us today to learn more about our luxury vinyl flooring options.