Lowes' SmartCore flooring is (with one exception) composed entirely of rigid-core luxury vinyl plank - aka LVP. It comes in two main collections which we'll talk about in detail below: SmartCore Ultra (which has an SPC core)

•SMARTCORE Tile is the smart choice for tile style in a snap and is 100% waterproof, pet-proof and kid-proof, so it won't swell, crack or peel when exposed to water.

To be honest with you, we have heard a lot of complaints about Stainmaster luxury vinyl ever since Lowe's bought the brand. Our readers report that the product scratches easily, and is not nearly as durable as the older versions of Stainmaster sold through local flooring stores.

SmartCore Ultra is a WPC flooring made of wood fibers and polymer plastics. It has a 12 mL wear layer, which provides durability and prevents stains, and scratches. Smartcore Pro is an SPC flooring made of limestone powder and plastic polymers, making the vinyl planks durable and resistant to dents.

Even if something goes wrong with your Smartcore Ultra flooring, you may use the available 5-year warranty when used for commercial purposes. Nonetheless, the SmartCore Ultra flooring could last for 8 to 12 years or even longer when properly maintained. It is also simple to keep your Smartcore Ultra vinyl flooring.

Even if something goes wrong with your Smartcore Ultra flooring, you may use the available 5-year warranty when used for commercial purposes. Nonetheless, the SmartCore Ultra flooring could last for 8 to 12 years or even longer when properly maintained. It is also simple to keep your Smartcore Ultra vinyl flooring.

Vinyl flooring is the superior option when it comes to water resistance. Ceramic tiles can be porous compared to vinyl, allowing water to seep into the tiles, especially if the grout is not properly maintained. By comparison, the surface layer of vinyl flooring is completely water-resistant.

Vinyl flooring is highly durable. If installed and maintained correctly, it can last upwards of 10-20 years. That said, vinyl is a great choice for the rooms in your house that get the most foot traffic. Additionally, most vinyl flooring has a wear layer on its surface that resists scratches and stains.

Modern vinyl flooring tiles are generally known as vinyl composite tiles (VCT) and are constructed with a mixture of natural pulverized limestone, filler materials, thermoplastic binders, and color pigments. The flooring is made by fusing these materials into solid sheets, then cutting them into tiles.

The SmartCore Ultra vinyl plank flooring is above average but not nearly premium. It is the ideal floating floor for anybody looking for long-lasting and affordable vinyl plank flooring for their house. There isn't much to dislike with its warranty, wide variety of designs, and completely waterproof construction.

High-quality vinyl flooring is very durable. However, low-quality vinyl can be susceptible to rips and tears, and refinishing it can be a challenge. In particular, this is especially true if you are using sheet vinyl. Because vinyl flooring cannot be refinished, once damaged, it needs to be removed and replaced.