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At HEPH Building Materials one of the most common questions we get is whether SPC flooring is a good idea for kitchens. It is a pretty simple answer for us: yes! SPC flooring is one of the best choices you can make when renovating or installing your kitchen. Since we love making your life easier, we’ve put together a list of reasons why SPC flooring should be your next choice.
SPC flooring has become one of the most popular flooring options in recent years, and that’s because it’s stylish, practical, and affordable. SPC flooring is otherwise known as Stone Plastic Composite, and simply put, it’s a better version of other vinyl flooring options. The biggest difference between SPC flooring and other vinyl options is in SPC’s unique resilient core layer. But what is this core layer? Basically, this core layer in SPC flooring is a combination of natural limestone powder, polyvinyl chloride, and some other stabilizers. The end product is that each plank is incredibly resilient and the core is extremely stable. Once installed it looks like any other vinyl flooring option, but you know with its resilient core it can stand the test of time.
Each plank of SPC flooring is actually composed of multiple layers, which when stacked on top of each other serve to create one of the best flooring solutions on the market.
This is the outermost layer of the SPC flooring plank, this layer is entirely transparent but serves a purpose. It provides a high level of resistance to scratches and stains, so if you spill something while cooking, or knock over your coffee, it’s not the end of the world. It’s easy to clean and incredibly low maintenance, which is why it’s so well suited towards use in the kitchen.
This is the second layer, and this layer is responsible for providing the ‘look’ or ‘style’ of the plank. There’s a wide range of colours, patterns, and textures that are available, so no matter what you can get a plank that’s right for your tastes.
This is the ‘core’ of the plank, and the reason why SPC flooring has its name. This layer is incredibly dense, waterproof, and is responsible for providing rigidity and stability for the plank.
This layer has a number of nifty properties that make installing SPC planks an absolute breeze. The layer is usually made out of IXPE or EVA foam, and provides sound insulation and cushioning. So whether you are walking in your socks or in your boots, the planks won’t rattle, and your feet will feel like they are on clouds.
So now that we’ve got all the technical stuff out of the way, we can tell you about why SPC flooring is an awesome choice for kitchens.
Probably the biggest selling point of SPC flooring and why it’s so good for kitchens is the fact that it’s waterproof. Compared to other flooring options like simple laminate, LVT, or WPC, SPC flooring is 100% waterproof. So whenever there’s an accident in the kitchen and you spill something, it’s not the end of the world. Just mop it up and you’re back on your way. We even recommend it for laundries, which tells you everything you need to know about how waterproof it is!
It seems like a bit of an odd benefit, but it’s one of those things that just helps to have! Thanks to its stone polymer composite construction, SPC flooring is remarkably fire resistant, which is something that we should always consider when trying to build more resilient homes.
Purposefully designed to be an absolute cinch to install, SPC flooring works with a wide range of subfloors, or can even be placed on top of existing flooring solutions. Most planks are designed to click into place, which means you don’t need to use messy or complicated glues. SPC flooring planks are so simple to install, you can get a kitchen done in a fraction of the time that other flooring solutions require.
SPC flooring when you take into consideration all of its benefits, is an incredibly well valued proposition. Whilst it is more expensive than other flooring solutions like simple laminate, those planks don’t offer the same level of ease of use or practicality. It is also generally cheaper than other types of luxury flooring (like hardwood or stone) and since the installation is a breeze, many people can even install it themselves.
Hardwood floors are usually considered the ‘holy grail’ of flooring solutions for peoples homes, but not only are they prohibitively expensive but they also don’t have the same benefits as SPC flooring. With SPC flooring you can get a wide range of styles so that your planks will look just like hardwood flooring whilst also being waterproof. Doesn’t get much better than that!
Because each plank comes with a pre-attached underlayer with foam, the planks are more cushioned than other flooring types. So SPC planks are a great choice if you are looking for a plank that is both comfortable to walk on but also quiet!
Because of its many layers of construction, SPC flooring is really easy to maintain, which for the kitchen, makes your life a lot easier. Since it is resistant to impacts, stains, scratches, and general wear and tear, SPC planks are our go-to recommendation for the kitchen. Maintenance is so simple it just requires regular vacuuming or sweeping, and the occasional mop.
The whole team at HEPH Building Materials knows a thing or two about SPC flooring. Our team prides itself on its friendly customer service and expert product knowledge. We only stock the highest quality SPC flooring products, so you know that we’ve got you covered. With a massive range of styles to choose from, the team at HEPH can help you find the perfect look for your kitchen. We always go the distance to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for!