Is Shaw Ignite Torchwood waterproof?

Yes. It has a WPC core, so standing water on the surface does not swell the plank the way it does with laminate or hardwood. Wipe up spills and keep water from sitting in the seams long term.

How does it compare with thinner vinyl planks?

At 7mm with a 20 mil wear layer, it is thicker and more wear-resistant than common 4-6mm, 6-12 mil planks. It feels firmer underfoot and holds up better in high-traffic rooms.

Can I install it myself?

Yes. The Angle/Tap profile is a floating install: planks angle into the previous row and tap tight, with no glue. The subfloor must be flat and clean, and you leave an expansion gap at the walls.

Does it need underlayment?

Most WPC planks have an attached pad, but check the spec sheet for this one. Over concrete or uneven subfloors, a moisture barrier or leveling underlayment may be needed.

What rooms does it suit?

Any room where moisture is a concern: basements, kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms and mudrooms. It also works over most existing hard floors.

What warranty comes with it?

Shaw backs it with a 30-year residential resilient limited warranty. Keep the installation and maintenance documents for any claim.

Where is the Shaw Ignite Torchwood Luxury Vinyl Plank cheapest?

At Floor City, for $125.57, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Shaw Ignite Torchwood Luxury Vinyl Plank

Shaw Ignite Torchwood is a waterproof WPC luxury vinyl plank with a deep, smoky hickory look. It is 7mm thick with a 20 mil wear layer, which puts it above the thin 4-6mm, 6-12 mil planks common at the entry level and in line with heavy-duty rigid-core products. The Angle/Tap floating profile lets it go over most existing hard floors without glue. It suits basements, kitchens, mudrooms and busy households that want a dark wood statement floor with low upkeep.

Best forBusy households with kids and petsBasements and other moisture-prone roomsDIY floating installs over existing hard floorsBuyers who want a dark, dramatic wood look

Pros

Waterproof WPC core
7mm thickness feels solid underfoot
20 mil wear layer resists wear better than thin entry-level planks
Floating Angle/Tap install needs no adhesive
30-year residential warranty
Hickory texture and color variation hide marks

Cons

Dark color shows dust and lint quickly
Thick planks can complicate transitions to lower floors
Floating floor needs an expansion gap and flat subfloor
Hickory-look variation may not suit buyers who want uniform planks

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About the Shaw Ignite Torchwood Luxury Vinyl Plank

Shaw Ignite Torchwood is a luxury vinyl plank floor with deep, smoky tones and strong hickory wood texture. It is a waterproof WPC (wood plastic composite) floor with a wood look and the low-maintenance qualities of luxury vinyl.

The planks are 7mm thick overall and have a 20 mil wear layer. They install as a floating floor using the Angle/Tap profile.

Brand: Shaw
Color: Torchwood
Type: Luxury vinyl plank (WPC)
Waterproof: Yes
Total thickness: 7mm
Wear layer: 20 mil
Texture: Hickory
Installation: Floating, Angle/Tap profile
Warranty: 30-year residential resilient limited warranty

Questions and answers

Is Shaw Ignite Torchwood waterproof?: Yes. It has a WPC core, so standing water on the surface does not swell the plank the way it does with laminate or hardwood. Wipe up spills and keep water from sitting in the seams long term.
How does it compare with thinner vinyl planks?: At 7mm with a 20 mil wear layer, it is thicker and more wear-resistant than common 4-6mm, 6-12 mil planks. It feels firmer underfoot and holds up better in high-traffic rooms.
Can I install it myself?: Yes. The Angle/Tap profile is a floating install: planks angle into the previous row and tap tight, with no glue. The subfloor must be flat and clean, and you leave an expansion gap at the walls.
Does it need underlayment?: Most WPC planks have an attached pad, but check the spec sheet for this one. Over concrete or uneven subfloors, a moisture barrier or leveling underlayment may be needed.
What rooms does it suit?: Any room where moisture is a concern: basements, kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms and mudrooms. It also works over most existing hard floors.
What warranty comes with it?: Shaw backs it with a 30-year residential resilient limited warranty. Keep the installation and maintenance documents for any claim.
Where is the Shaw Ignite Torchwood Luxury Vinyl Plank cheapest?: At Floor City, for $125.57, as of our latest check.