Thickness: 2mm, 3mm
Wear layer: 0.3mm, 0.5mm
Size: 6”x36”, 12”x12”,
Surface Treatment: UV coated/ Hand-scraped/ Wood, light wood grain, stone, marble, carpet
Advantages: Easy-to-install/ Labor saving/ Waterproof and fireproof/Eco-friendly
Warranty: Residential 8 years, commercial 3-8 years depending on wearing layer thikness
Density: 1100-1150kg/m³
Toxicity: Non-toxic
Effect of castro chair: Good
Under Floor heating : Suitable

1. Research and Development

From the beginning, research and development teams aim to simulate and evaluate new innovative concepts through trial and error. Large amounts of raw materials are mixed so that the team can study their interactions. The raw materials used in the production of LVT include polyvinyl chloride resins (PVC) and calcium carbonate. Once the team has a satisfactory compound to work with, it is ready to begin the calendering process.

2. Calendaring Process
The calendering process uses a series of heated rollers to “roll or squeeze” the compound into a continuous sheet. By manipulating the rolls, the width and thickness of the sheet can be controlled with precise accuracy and consistency. Once the sheet is passed through the heated rolls, it is then sent through a cooling section and sent to lamination.

3. Lamination Process

Through the use of heat and pressure, lamination is a continuous process that bonds one layer to the next until all layers are fully formed. The tiles are constructed of the following four layers:
Backing layer – Sound absorbing layer with textured grip
Fill layer – Stability layer for indentation resistance
Print layer – Certain premium types of LVT come manufactured with realistic, 3D visuals that can be installed to resemble ceramic or stone.
Wear layer – The wear layer plays a crucial role in the lifespan of your tiles. Clear coatings such as aluminum oxide will keep your flooring from rapidly wearing.
Once the layers are fully formed, the sheet enters into the embossing section.

4. Embossing Process
Here, under heat and pressure, engraved rollers apply the textured design onto the face of the product which can be a light “tick” or a “deep” emboss. Once the texture is applied, the scratch and scuff Top Coat will be applied. The slabs then pass through an annealing oven that uses heated air to raise the temperature of the entire slab to a point that any stress between the layers are relieved. Once cooled back down, this process is added “insurance” to produce a stabilized product that will reduce the opportunity for “doming or cupping” due to stresses between the layers in the finished planks. From there the slabs are palletized and taken to Inspection, the final stop.