Waterproof flooring is probably the biggest advance in flooring materials in the past decade with technological advances in material scienc. Rigid core luxury vinyl flooring is the newest waterproof flooring material, and it’s making quite a “splash” with our customers.
What is WPC and SPC?
There are two types of rigid core luxury vinyl on the market currently – wood plastic composite (WPC) and stone plastic composite (SPC) rigid vinyl flooring. Both are similar in composition, except for the core layer, and that makes all the difference.
Because the construction or WPC and SPC is practically the same, they both have the following benefits:
Which Waterproof Flooring Should I Choose?
When it comes to SPC vs. WPC flooring, it is important to note that while both share a variety of traits, there are differences between the two that should be considered when deciding which will work best for your space or interior design project.
WPC |
SPC | |
Thickness |
WPC has a thicker core. Plank thickness 5.5 – 8mm. |
Plank thickness 3.2 – 7mm. |
Foot feel |
More comfort underfoot. |
More rigid so less cushioning, harder on feet. |
Sound insulation |
Thicker so dampens sound more. |
Rigid so carries sound instead of absorbing sound. |
Durability |
Less durable than SPC due to more cushioning and wood components. |
Most durable flooring as very dense. Resists damage from impacts or heavy weights. |
Stability |
More prone to expansion and contraction due to wood components. |
Denser core makes SPC more resistant to expanding or contracting. |
Price |
More expensive than SPC. |
Less expensive than WPC. |