Glossary term
Wear layer
Definition
The clear protective top layer on vinyl and LVT (and, differently, on laminate) that takes the traffic and scuffs. A thicker or tougher wear layer generally copes with heavier use.
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LVT (luxury vinyl tile)
A hard-wearing, water-resistant vinyl floor made as individual planks or tiles with a realistic printed wood or stone effect, fitted either as click (floating) or glue-down.
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AC rating
An abrasion-class rating for laminate that indicates how well the surface resists wear. A higher AC rating suits busier areas. It reflects surface durability better than board thickness does.
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