5mm Loose Lay is a durable flooring solution that is simple to install and maintain and as previously mentioned, its specialized backing offers added sound absorption and comfort. 3C’s 5mm Loose Lay has also been IIC (Impact Insulation Class) tested which, through a rating system, measures the impact of noise between a floor and ceiling in a space. The higher the IIC rating a product receives, the more sound reduction qualities it has. 3C’s 5mm Loose Lay has a rating of 64, which is higher than the average IIC rating for other loose lay products in the industry. Luxury vinyl offers more sound reduction qualities especially when compared to hard flooring surfaces like concrete (with no underlayment), which has an average IIC rating of 28-35.

The IIC rating and overall acoustical properties makes it well suited for multi-family environments like apartment complexes, as well as commercial settings like corporate office spaces or hallways or hospitality settings including restaurants or hotel guestrooms. Not only that, but loose lay requires less installation time in any setting which ultimately helps to save on cost.

Another benefit in addition to its easy installation process, 5mm Loose Lay is easy to clean, requiring basic cleaning methods like sweeping or mopping using a two-bucket system. And topical moisture is not a concern, as long as spills are properly cleaned in a reasonable amount of time.

3C’s 5mm Loose Lay is naturally water, scratch, stain, and scuff resistant, which helps to minimize any maintenance. However, if a plank or tile ever does get damaged, a tile-by-tile replacement is made even easier without the need for an adhesive.