LVT vs Laminate Flooring: Which Is the Better Choice for Your Home?
LVT vs Laminate Flooring: Which Is the Better Choice for Your Home?
Choosing new flooring is one of the biggest decisions you'll make when renovating your home. Two of the most popular options are Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) and laminate flooring. Both offer fantastic value and stylish finishes, but each has its own advantages depending on where it's being installed.
At SR Flooring, we're often asked which option is best. The answer depends on your home, your lifestyle and how the room is used.
What is LVT?
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) is a premium flooring product designed to replicate natural wood or stone while offering exceptional durability.
Benefits include:
Water resistant
Extremely hard wearing
Comfortable underfoot
Quiet to walk on
Easy to clean
Available in plank, herringbone and tile designs
LVT is ideal for:
Kitchens
Bathrooms
Hallways
Utility rooms
Dining rooms
Open-plan living spaces
What is Laminate Flooring?
Laminate flooring provides the appearance of real wood using a high-density fibreboard core with a decorative surface layer.
Benefits include:
Excellent value
Durable
Scratch resistant
Easy maintenance
Huge choice of styles
Laminate is best suited for:
Living rooms
Bedrooms
Home offices
Dining rooms
Which Lasts Longer?
Both flooring types are designed to last many years when professionally installed.
LVT generally performs better in high-traffic areas because it handles moisture and everyday wear exceptionally well.
Laminate remains a fantastic option where moisture isn't a concern.
Which is Better for Families?
Busy households often choose LVT because it copes brilliantly with muddy shoes, children and pets.
Its waterproof surface also makes cleaning simple.
Which Looks Better?
Both products now offer incredibly realistic wood and stone effects.
Many customers choose herringbone LVT to create a premium look throughout their home.
Our Recommendation
If you're looking for flooring throughout kitchens, hallways and family spaces, LVT is usually our first recommendation.
If you're updating bedrooms or living rooms and want excellent value, laminate remains a fantastic choice.
At SR Flooring, we'll always recommend the product that's right for your home rather than the most expensive option.
If you're unsure, we'll happily bring samples to your home during your free measure.