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Solid hardwood |
| K-Guard+® surface protection for durability and scratch-resistance. | Scratches easily. Needs to be refinished if damaged. |
| Waterproof. Does not swell, warp or crack when wet and suitable for any room. | Easily damaged by water. Generally can’t be installed below grade. Could be affected in climates with high humidity |
| More affordable and greater variety, as luxury vinyl can replicate wood species that aren’t practical as hardwood flooring. | More expensive per square foot. Typically left with more waste, making it less cost-effective. |
| Easy to clean and maintain. | Requires maintenance such as sanding, staining and lacquering. |
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Laminate and engineered flooring |
| Quieter underfoot. | Can sound hollow with foot traffic. |
| Individual pieces of gluedown and loose lay flooring can be easily replaced. | Can’t replace individual pieces. |
| Allows you to create a stylish, one-of-a-kind floor. | Limited design flexibility. |
| Waterproof. | Susceptible to water damage. Not ideal for climates with high humidity. |
| Strikingly realistic wood- and stone-inspired designs with minimal repeat planks and tiles. | Floor is more likely to have identical planks and tiles. |
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Other luxury vinyl brands |
| Allows you to create a stylish, one-of-a-kind floor. | Limited design flexibility. |
| Lifetime warranty. | Length and coverage vary. |
| Every design is a Karndean original replicating the natural variation of the wood and stone that it. | Some suppliers buy designs, increasing likelihood of identical planks or tiles across the floor. |
| Designs are available in three installation formats – gluedown, loose lay and rigid core – to provide options based on your space. | Many suppliers only offer rigid core as an installation format. |
| Exclusively available from trusted specialty flooring retailers for a more personalized experience. | Online, big-box stores and specialty retailers. |
| Products are made with quality materials and third-party tested for health and safety in the home. | Product quality varies by manufacturer. |
Karndean floors are designed to be slip-resistant, but water or other forms of moisture can make the floor slippery.
Yes. Karndean luxury vinyl flooring (also known as "LVP" or “LVT”) is durable, waterproof, scratch-resistant and easy to clean.
Karndean flooring suits every room, including bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, hallways, and conservatories. Explore our gallery for inspiration and ideas or use our Product Finder to help find the perfect floor for you.
