What is the difference between waterproof and water resistant vinyl flooring?
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Waterproof flooring means that it can withstand any amount of water, from moisture in the air to flooding without damaging the floor. Many luxury vinyl flooring options, such as Shaw Floorte and USFloors CORETec, are waterproof, but not all of them are. The ones that are will say 100% waterproof.
Besides, is waterproof vinyl flooring really waterproof?
In short, vinyl flooring is waterproof, but that does not mean it will survive flooding! When a vinyl specifies it is waterproof, it simply means surface water will not affect the flooring or cause any damage. Vinyl flooring can look convincing as hardwood, stone, or even tile!
Herein, what types of flooring are waterproof?
For today's homeowners, the top five waterproof/water-resistant flooring options are:
- Carpet.
- Vinyl.
- Laminate.
- Porcelain tile.
- Bathroom flooring (which can comprise several of the above)
Vinyl plank will allow the urine to seep underneath, unless you use a sealant on the joints/seams. The only way urine or any other liquid could get underneath would be if a hole/tear was made into the vinyl from mistreatment or from a big spill seeping in from under the walls.