Which is better for a bathroom?

Both are waterproof. The Shaw Paragon Tile Plus has built-in grout lines and a tile look that suits bathrooms, but the Vigorous plank also lists bathrooms and brings attached underpad and a 20 mil wear layer.

The Vigorous publishes a 20 mil wear layer, a lifetime residential warranty and a 15-year commercial warranty. Shaw publishes no wear layer figure and rates the Paragon Tile Plus for residential use only.

Is the Vigorous worth it over the Shaw?

If you want wood look, commercial-grade wear and attached underpad, yes. If you want a marble tile look with grout lines, the Shaw is the better fit. Check current prices on Deal.ai before deciding.

Can I install either over existing flooring?

Both are floating floors, so both can go over a flat, sound subfloor. The Vigorous includes its own underpad; the Shaw needs separate underlayment.

Which is better for pets?

The Vigorous is marketed as pet-friendly with a scratch-resistant 20 mil wear layer. Shaw does not publish a wear layer figure for the Paragon Tile Plus.

How much area does a box cover?

A Vigorous box covers 28.84 sq ft with 12 planks. A Shaw Paragon Tile Plus carton covers 15.83 sq ft.

Vigorous Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring vs Shaw Luxury Vinyl Paragon Tile Plus

Buy the Vigorous plank if you want a wood look, a 20 mil wear layer rated for commercial use, and attached underpad. Buy the Shaw Paragon Tile Plus if you want a marble-look tile floor with built-in grout lines for a kitchen or bath. The Vigorous carries a 4.8 rating from 224 ratings; the Shaw carries 4.2 from 228. No prices were provided for either product, so compare live store prices on Deal.ai before you commit.

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