Is this flooring waterproof?

No. It is a laminate plank, and laminate swells when water sits on its seams. Keep it out of bathrooms, laundry rooms and basements, and wipe spills quickly.

Can I install it over existing tile or concrete?

Yes, as a floating floor over most flat, dry hard surfaces, including tile and cured concrete. The subfloor must be level and dry, and you need a vapor barrier over concrete.

How does it compare with luxury vinyl plank?

Vinyl plank is waterproof and softer underfoot, while this laminate gives a more convincing textured wood look and usually resists scuffs better. Choose vinyl for wet rooms and laminate for dry living areas.

Can it be refinished or repaired?

No. The wear layer is thin, so sanding is not an option. Damaged planks have to be replaced, which is easier on a floating click floor than on a glued one.

What should I check before ordering?

Measure the room and add about 10 percent for cuts and waste. Check the plank thickness and wear rating against the traffic in the room, and confirm the subfloor is flat.