- Is the 28-mil wear layer worth it over a thinner plank?
- Yes, if the floor takes heavy traffic. A 28-mil urethane layer is commercial-grade, roughly two to four times the wear layer of typical residential vinyl, so it holds up better to pets, chairs and grit.
- Can this be installed floating instead of glued down?
- No. It is a glue-down plank, so it bonds to the subfloor with adhesive. That gives a solid, quiet floor but requires a clean, flat, dry substrate and more installation time.
- Is it really waterproof?
- The vinyl plank itself is waterproof, so spills and moisture on the surface are not a problem. In wet areas, the subfloor and adhesive still need to be suitable and the perimeter sealed as the installation calls for.
- How thick is the plank and does it need underlayment?
- The plank is 2.5 mm thick, a low-profile glue-down format. Underlayment is included, but because it glues down, the subfloor must be level and sound rather than cushioned.
- Does it look like real wood?
- It is a pine wood look in a medium ash tone with a low-gloss finish and beveled edges. The surface is smooth rather than textured, so it reads cleaner and more contemporary than hand-scraped vinyl.
- How many square feet does a carton cover?
- Each carton holds 18 planks at 6 in. by 48 in., about 36 square feet. Add extra for cuts, waste and future repairs.
- Where is the Ivy Hill Tile Duren Ash 28MIL x 6 in. W x 48 in. L Glue Down Waterproof Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $106.91, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Ivy Hill Tile Duren Ash 28MIL x 6 in. W x 48 in. L Glue Down Waterproof Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, The Home Depot.