Luxury vinyl tiles combine style, durability, and easy maintenance, making them a top flooring choice for modern interiors. Lorna Williams at Amtico shares why it is the perfect solution for new developments.

Choosing the right flooring is one of the most impactful decisions when designing or renovating a space. It needs to be visually appealing, durable, comfortable, and easy to maintain. 

Luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) have quickly become one of the most popular flooring choices for homes and commercial spaces alike. Offering the perfect balance of style, performance, and practicality, LVT floors meet the needs of today’s modern interiors. Whether you’re looking to create a sophisticated, timeless aesthetic or something bolder and more contemporary, LVT offers endless possibilities.

Why Choose LVT?

LVT is the flooring solution of choice for homeowners, designers, and architects due to its exceptional resilience, easy maintenance, and aesthetic versatility. It is designed to endure the rigours of modern life while maintaining a high-end appearance, making it ideal for spaces where durability and style are equally important.

LVT flooring is built to withstand high foot traffic, everyday wear and tear, and moisture, making it a great choice for kitchens, hallways, bathrooms, and living rooms. Unlike traditional materials, it shouldn’t suffer from water damage, staining, or the need for costly upkeep. With lifetime warranties available on some products, LVT can provide a long-term investment that continues to offer value year after year. Often with multiple durable layers, this provides the ultimate wear over time.

Additionally, this option is incredibly low maintenance. It’s easy to clean and look after, requiring only a simple sweep and mop to keep it looking fresh. With no special treatments or harsh cleaning chemicals needed, it’s the perfect option for busy households or commercial spaces. Its inherent water resistance ensures it is more traditional materials, offering superior protection against spills and stains. Collections designed with antimicrobial properties reduce bacteria by over 99.9%*, helping to ensure a much more hygienic home.

LVT also provides comfort underfoot, with a softer feel than hard materials such as stone or ceramic tiles. Additionally, this material is compatible with underfloor heating systems, ensuring warmth and comfort, especially in colder months.

Affordability meets luxury 

LVT is an affordable luxury flooring option. While many premium flooring materials come with a hefty price tag, it delivers the same high-end look and feel at a more reasonable price, making it a fantastic choice for those on a budget without compromising on luxury.

Design Options for Every Style

Whether you’re looking for the timeless appeal of wood, the sophisticated elegance of stone, or the bold creativity of abstract patterns, LVT offers many design opportunities. The advanced manufacturing processes behind the material allow it to replicate natural materials, with remarkable authenticity.

You can create a timeless look in a more affordable way, with beautiful, high-quality parquet designs that bring warmth, texture and pattern to modern homes. Parquet flooring has a unique ability to add character and sophistication to any space. 

For homeowners who love the luxury of stone, LVT can replicate materials like marble, granite, and limestone, while offering added warmth underfoot. This makes LVT an excellent choice for high-moisture areas like kitchens and bathrooms, where natural stone may require frequent upkeep.

If you’re looking for something modern and bold, abstract and contemporary patterns are a fantastic option. LVT can offer vibrant colours, geometric designs, and creative patterns, allowing homeowners to inject personality and flair into their spaces with the option to make a statement with striking focal points. 

Sustainability in home design isn’t just about the materials we choose – it’s about longevity. LVT is made to last, reducing the need for replacements and minimising waste. It’s a smarter investment for both homeowners and the environment.

Lorna Williams is head of product design & visual creation at Amtico