# **SPC Flooring Applications: Ideal Usage Scenarios**

## **Residential Applications**

### 1. **Living Areas**
- Perfect for high-traffic family rooms and entertainment spaces
- Withstands furniture movement and daily wear
- Available in wood/stone visuals to match décor styles

### 2. **Kitchens**
- 100% waterproof core prevents liquid damage
- Stain-resistant surface handles food spills
- Anti-slip options (R10 rating) available

### 3. **Bathrooms**
- Superior moisture resistance vs. traditional flooring
- Mold/mildew resistant properties
- Warm underfoot compared to ceramic tiles

### 4. **Basements**
- Dimensionally stable in damp conditions
- Can be installed directly over concrete
- Insulating layer improves comfort

## **Commercial Applications**

### 1. **Retail Spaces**
- AC4/AC5 rated options for heavy foot traffic
- Easy maintenance with minimal downtime
- Wide range of decorative designs

### 2. **Offices**
- Reduces noise transmission (IIC 65+ rating)
- Comfortable for prolonged standing
- Wheelchair/roller chair resistant

### 3. **Healthcare Facilities**
- Hygienic, seamless surface
- Meets slip resistance standards
- Withstands frequent cleaning/disinfection

### 4. **Educational Institutions**
- Scratch-resistant for classroom furniture
- Budget-friendly lifecycle costs
- Quick installation during breaks

## **Specialty Applications**

### 1. **Rental Properties**
- Durable enough for tenant turnover
- Easy to replace damaged planks
- Attractive ROI for property owners

### 2. **Elderly Housing**
- Softer than ceramic/hardwood
- Slip-resistant surface options
- Low-maintenance benefits

### 3. **Pet-Friendly Homes**
- Scratch-resistant surface
- Easy to clean accidents
- No odor absorption

## **Installation Considerations**
- Suitable for:
  - Concrete subfloors
  - Existing tile/vinyl floors
  - Above-grade or below-grade
- Not recommended for:
  - Outdoor/exposed installations
  - Areas with extreme temperature fluctuations

## **Performance Advantages by Space Type**

| Space Type | Key Benefit | Recommended Thickness |
|------------|------------|----------------------|
| Residential | Comfort underfoot | 3.5-5mm |
| Commercial | Heavy-duty wear | 5-8mm |
| Healthcare | Hygiene/safety | 4-6mm with PUR coating |
| Retail | Design flexibility | 4.5-6mm |

SPC flooring's unique combination of durability, water resistance, and design versatility makes it suitable for nearly any interior space requiring practical yet attractive flooring solutions. Its dimensional stability performs particularly well in environments where traditional materials might warp or degrade.