Laminate flooring is a multi-layer synthetic flooring product fused with a lamination process. Laminate flooring simulates natural wood (or sometimes stone) with an accurate applique layer under a transparent protective layer. The inner core layer is usually composed of melamine resin and fiberboard materials.
Rigid Core SPC luxury vinyl flooring, also known as SPC (stone plastic composite or stone polymer composite) flooring, is the most durable waterproof vinyl flooring option on the market. It has a similar construction to WPC, but it comes with an ultra-tough core.
WPC (wood-plastic composite or wood polymer composite) vinyl flooring is best known for being 100% waterproof. It is luxury vinyl flooring with a unique waterproof core that makes it perfect for any room in the house. The WPC core is enhanced with a foaming agent, making it slightly softer and more comfortable.
Pros
-Easy Installation
-Fade Resistance
-Good Stain Resistance
-Inexpensive
-Hypoallergenic
-Scratch Resistance
-100% Recyclable
Pros
-Easy Installation
-Extremely Durable
-Great for uneven subflooring
-Low Maintenance
-More resistant to scratches and dents compared to WPC
-Realistic stone and wood look
- 100% Waterproof
Pro
-Easy Installation
-Low Maintenance
-More comfortable for the soles
compared to SPC
-Pretty Durable
-Realistic stone and wood look
-Retain Heat
- 100% Waterproof
Cons
-Hard and noisy underfoot
-Susceptible to moisture damage
Cons
-Doesn’t retain heat
-Less sound absorption than WPC
Cons
-Not as durable as SPC
-Slightly more expensive than SPC