If you’re replacing a floor in Boston or anywhere in Lincolnshire, two names come up again and again: LVT and laminate. They can look similar, but they’re made differently and suit different rooms. Here’s a plain-English guide.
What is LVT?
LVT stands for luxury vinyl tile. It’s a layered vinyl floor with a printed top layer that looks like real wood or stone, and a tough wear layer on top. It comes in planks and tiles, including herringbone patterns.
Best for: kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms and hallways.
- Highly water-resistant, so spills and splashes aren’t a worry
- Warmer and softer underfoot than tiles
- Quieter to walk on than laminate
- Can be laid in eye-catching patterns like herringbone
What is laminate?
Laminate is made from a fibreboard core with a photo layer of wood on top, sealed under a hard, clear coating. It’s a popular, budget-friendly way to get a wood look.
Best for: living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms and home offices.
- Very scratch-resistant, which is great with pets and kids
- Usually lower in cost than LVT
- Realistic wood effects
- Many ranges have improved water resistance, but most are best kept away from very wet areas
Quick comparison
| LVT | Laminate | |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | Excellent | Good on some ranges |
| Feel underfoot | Warm and soft | Firm |
| Noise | Quiet | Can be louder |
| Scratch resistance | Good | Excellent |
| Best rooms | Kitchens, bathrooms, hallways | Living rooms, bedrooms |
Our advice
Many homes use both: LVT in the kitchen, bathroom and hallway, and laminate or carpet in the living areas and bedrooms. If you’re having a new kitchen fitted, it’s the perfect time to do the floor too.
See the samples
We stock LVT, laminate, wood, vinyl and carpet, all supplied and fitted. Come and feel the samples for yourself at our showroom.
Book your visit at 13 Pen Street, Boston, Lincolnshire PE21 6TJ. Call or message 07776 003369, or book online
We design, supply and fit across Boston, Sleaford, Spalding and Woodhall Spa.
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