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Publish Time: 2022-08-25
: Louis Lu
With many similar appearance floors on the market, it's hard for people to distinguish which type suits their needs.
As two popular materials for decoration, PVC flooring and WPC flooring have several similarities and differences. PVC or PVC Vinyl flooring, is made of stone powder, plasticizer, stabilizer, and carbon black. On the other hand, the WPC floor, is a variant of PVC floor, which belongs to a subclass of PVC. But they are both synthetic materials made of plastic.
The main topic of this article will be the differences between WPC flooring and PVC flooring. Follow up and keep reading!
The Overview of WPC and PVC Floors
lPVC floor
Polyvinyl chloride and resin are the basic components in PVC flooring. On the other hand, PVC flooring includes fillers, plasticizers, colorants, and stabilizers in the production process. However, if the subfloor is unstable or defective, its structure makes it more susceptible to dents.
lWPC floor
The WPC floor is composed of an LVT floor and PVC foam board. This type of floor is a lightweight, low-density structure that remains dimensionally stable in high temperature and humid environments. On the other hand, the foam in the wood core helps reduce sound transmission.
Main Differences Between WPC and PVC Floors
1. Thickness
The WPC floor's core material is thicker than the PVC floor's. In general, the thickness of the WPC floor is about 5.5~8mm, while the PVC floor reaches between 2-4mm.
2. Installation
The installation of the PVC floor is fast by using some special adhesive and does not request cement mortar. However, PVC floors have high requirements on the ground conditions.
WPC material enjoys greater flexibility, which can be easily bent to fit the contours of any space. In addition, WPC floors do not require adhesive during installation and can be easily installed with a click-lock system.
3. Appearance
The WPC flooring has a more natural, realistic color than PVC flooring because the WPC laminate has wood chips with wood grain.
4. Waterproof
Both WPC flooring and PVC flooring have excellent performance on damp-proof and waterproof. However, WPC floors can better accommodate high temperatures and will not expand or contract due to temperature changes. In addition, WPC floors offer better slip resistance than PVC floors.
5. Cost-effectiveness
The exact price for both types of floors depends on the brand and quality of the materials. In general, WPC floors are more expensive than PVC floors. However, WPC floors last much longer than PVC floors. Additionally, the maintenance of PVC floors is more difficult because they can not be exposed to water. Otherwise, the floor will easily degum and warp.
Why Choose Boyu as Your Supplier
Established in 1998, Wuxi Boyu Plastic Machinery Co., Ltd. (Boyu) is a reputable plastic extruder manufacturer that integrates design, production, sales, and after-sales service.
With over 20 years of manufacturing experience and 90 technical patents, we provide high-quality plastic extruder equipment and production lines for the entire industry. In addition, the floors produced by our equipment do not contain formaldehyde and heavy metals.
Boyu PVC Flooring Line
The PVC floor production line has passed CE certification. We adopt a standardized production process and advanced equipment to achieve a high degree of automation. In addition, the production line has the following advantages: power-saving, high productivity, stable performance, and low failure rate.
Boyu WPC Flooring Line
The WPC Flooring Line has passed CE certification. In addition, the plasticization of the material on the production line is more thorough and uniform. This feature not only guarantees the quality of the product but also increases the speed and productivity of the extruder.
With comprehensive solutions, Boyu is your reliable supplier of flooring and plastic extruders. Contact us and request a quote!
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