SPC flooring is one of the best alternatives for high traffic floors, such as hotels or offices, but is also used in the domestic environment.
This name, an acronym for Solid Polimer Composite, refers to its composition, which is more rigid than that of traditional vinyl because its core is made up of limestone and stabilizers.
SPC flooring is considered the “next generation” in vinyl flooring. In addition, unlike wood and laminate floors, they are 100% water resistant, making them much more versatile and suitable for all types of spaces, including wet rooms such as bathrooms and kitchens.
Suelo SPC Materia vs Baldosas paving
- Thermal Conductivity
From a health point of view, tile flooring may not be the best option. And good thermal conductivity also means that heat is lost quickly, so the room will be cold in winter.
In contrast, SPC flooring has better heat retention performance, which can keep the room temperature at a suitable level. Thus, the room will be warm even in spring and winter. If your family likes to walk barefoot, SPC flooring is a good choice for you.
- Visual effect
The color of the tile floor looks and feels relatively cold. If you want your home to look warm and inviting, SPC flooring is a good choice. If you live with your children or parents, SPC flooring is highly recommended. As an elastic floor, it has great impact resistance. Both older people and children are vulnerable to falls. When they are accidentally hit against the ground, the back layer of soil can act as a shock absorber.
- Security
When comparing two types of flooring, safety is always the hot topic, especially anti-slip performance. Wet ceramic tiles can easily cause jumping accidents, which can be dangerous for children and the elderly in the house.
SPC floors are highly wear resistant and have a non-slip surface. Therefore, it prevents you from skipping an accident even if the iron is wet. If you have children or the elderly at home, Materia SPC flooring would be a safer option.
- Footfall sensation
Ceramic tiles generally feel stiff and cool underfoot, especially in winter. If you used to walk barefoot around your house, the underfoot feel may not be as comfortable as SPC flooring. What’s more, if you have children at home, ceramic tiles are not suitable for their movements, as the hard surface of the tile floor may hurt your children.
In contrast, SPC planks are flexible, offer a softer feel for the feet and protect children. Additionally, SPC planks can retain heat, so you won’t have to worry about your feet getting cold when you are barefoot indoors in winter.
- Prints
SPC flooring comes in a wide variety of colors and patterns. The vivid printing layer can resemble hundreds of different patterns such as wooden floor, carpet, stone floor, or even steel! Furthermore, all the ingredients in SPC flooring are organic and environmentally friendly.
We always think that tile floor is made of natural things, so it must be harmless. But the truth is that tile flooring ingredients include potassium minerals like feldspar and mica. All of these minerals are radioactive, and their radioactivity will not disappear during the manufacturing process. In addition, to make the surface appear smoother, some manufacturers add radioactive zircon sand during production..
MATERIA SPC floor vs. wooden floor
And the wooden floor? Solid wood flooring is natural and harmless, but glue is essential in its installation. Composite wood flooring can be installed without glue, but glue is used in its production.
The room decorated with the wooden floor will be full of formaldehyde for at least three months. It is no wonder that more and more people consider SPC flooring as the best option, since both tile and wooden floors are not 100% healthy and safe for people.
- Placement
Laying tile requires a lot of patience and attention, as well as a professional way of applying the cement to the subfloor. Typically, tile installation is not DIY-friendly, so you will have to spend more money and time to finish it.
Materia SPC is an innovative vinyl plank with the unique click-lock system. You can install the Materia SPC plank yourself instead of hiring a professional, which saves you time and money.
- Easy to clean
There is a common misconception that tile flooring is waterproof, but SPC flooring is not. The main material of Materia SPC flooring is limestone and vinyl resin that does not react with water. Therefore, it will not be deformed.
In addition, it does not get moldy due to high humidity. Therefore, cleaning SPC flooring is quite simple. The only tools needed are water and a mop.
- The price
SPC flooring is more affordable than tile flooring and wooden flooring. If you want a unique decoration style on a limited budget, SPC flooring is your best choice. In addition, SPC floor is easier to clean than wood floor and tile floor. Therefore, you can save money and maintenance work.
