- Is this plank worth it over a click-lock vinyl?
- If you want a thin, waterproof floor that sits flush and feels solid, glue-down is a good fit. Click-lock is faster to install and easier to remove, so pick that if you may pull the floor up later.
- Can it go in a bathroom?
- Yes. Shaw rates it for bathrooms and kitchens and it is waterproof. Still seal the perimeter and wipe up standing water, since water can get under planks at edges.
- What wear layer does 12-mil give me?
- 12 mil is a mid-range residential wear layer. It handles normal foot traffic and pets, but it is not a commercial-grade floor.
- What else do I need to buy?
- Plan on vinyl adhesive, a trowel, a roller, and floor prep materials. The planks are sold by the box, so measure and add about 10 percent for cuts.
- How thick is it and does that matter?
- It is 3 mm thick, which is thin for vinyl. That keeps transitions low but means the subfloor must be flat, because bumps and dips can show through.
- When is the best time to buy?
- Flooring promos tend to run around spring remodeling season and major holiday sales. Compare the per-square-foot price across stores before ordering.