SPC Vinyl Flooring stands for Stone Polymer Composite vinyl flooring. Similar to WPC vinyl, SPC vinyl is an engineered luxury vinyl that combines limestone and stabilizers to create an extremely durable core. SPC vinyl floor is still 100% waterproof, but adds more stability and dent resistance to the structure of vinyl plank flooring.
Each plank of SPC rigid vinyl flooring is constructed with the following layers:
- Wear layer: This transparent layer is at the top. It provides resistance to scratches and stains and is easy to keep clean.
- Vinyl layer: This layer provides the decoration for the plank. Colors and patterns are printed onto the vinyl.
- SPC layer: This is the dense, waterproof core for the plank made of natural limestone powder, polyvinyl chloride, and stabilizers. It provides rigidity and stability for the plank.
- Pre-attached underpad: This layer is generally made from IXPE or EVA foam, which provides sound insulation and cushioning.