Luxury Vinyl Tile & Plank
LVP & LVT Flooring
Armstrong
Flooring
continues
to
lead
in
the
Luxury
Vinyl
Tile
(LVT)
and
plank
flooring
market.
Their
LVT
collections
are
some
of
the
most
varied
in
the
world,
including
giving
you
the
convincing
looks
of
both
tile
and
wood
for
any
room
at
home
or
at
work.
You
can
get
these
products
in
various
appearances,
including
distressed
wood,
traditional
wood,
specialty
wood,
and
stones
&
natural.
Resilient Wood & Stone Look Vinyl Floor Coverings
The
first
true
standout
of
Armstrong
LVT
goes
beyond
how
it
looks.
It's
the
resiliency
of
these
floors
and
how
they
hold
up
under
heavy
floor
traffic.
Through
the
use
of
a
fiberglass
structure,
you
have
something
that
can
withstand
busy
homes
or
businesses.
Armstrong LVT Vinyl Floor Tile
Armstrong
continues
to
lead
in
the
Luxury
Vinyl
Tile
(LVT)
and
plank
flooring
market.
Their
LVT
collections
are
some
of
the
most
varied
in
the
world,
including
giving
you
the
convincing
looks
of
both
tile
and
wood
for
any
room
at
home
or
at
work.
These
are
divided
into
two
main
product
categories:
Luxe
Plank
and
Vivero.
The
distinction
might
look
like
the
difference
between
the
look
of
wood
and
tile.
Both
products
offer
a
convincing
look
of
either
type
of
material.
Each
product
has
specific
features,
however.
Vivero
is
known
for
its
use
of
Diamond
10
Technology,
something
you'll
want
to
know
more
about
later.
You'll
also
want
to
know
more
about
what
the
Armstrong
LVT
wear
layer
is
made
of
and
how
thick
it
is.
Color
options
are
very
comprehensive
and
range
from
standard
beige
to
bright
shades
of
yellow.
Pros
and
Cons
Pro:
Waterproof
-
Armstrong
LVT
and
planks
are
all
waterproof,
giving
you
further
assurance
of
the
care
the
company
gives
their
floors.
It's
also
impervious
to
scratches,
stains,
and
gouges,
something
you
can't
say
when
using
real
natural
materials.
You
still
need
to
care
for
your
LVT
floor
to
prevent
any
stains
or
markings
from
becoming
permanent.
The
floor
gives
back
to
you
if
you
put
in
a
little
maintenance
time
once
per
week.
Pro:
Made
in
America
-
Armstrong
continues
production
of
their
LVT
and
planks
here
in
the
U.S.A.
That's
something
every
flooring
company
can't
say
nowadays.
With
others
still
producing
flooring
in
China,
it
should
make
those
who
want
to
buy
American
feel
better
buying
a
real,
U.S.-manufactured
floor.
Pro:
No
interior
installation
limitations
-
It's
possible
to
install
Armstrong
LVT
flooring
in
any
room
of
your
home.
The
diversity
of
it
makes
it
possible
to
place
it
in
areas
beyond
the
usual
like
kitchens,
bathrooms,
or
laundry
rooms.
Many
people
now
use
these
floors
in
unexpected
areas
that
used
to
use
more
traditional
flooring.
Thanks
to
LVTs
beauty
and
comfort
level,
you
could
place
it
in
a
living
room,
bedroom,
or
other
miscellaneous
rooms.
One
popular
spot
where
these
durable
floors
go
is
in
entryways
or
mudrooms
that
get
considerable
foot
traffic.
Thanks
to
the
aesthetic
quality
of
the
floor,
you
can
set
a
statement
immediately
while
taking
on
busy
traffic,
plus
dirt
and
water.
Pro:
Realistic
look
and
texture
-
Armstrong
LVT
lets
you
enjoy
the
convincing
look
of
wood
or
tile
without
anyone
noticing
it's
just
a
printed
digital
image.
What
makes
this
convenient
is
the
image
of
wood
and
tile
printed
on
the
surface
gives
the
impression
your
natural
floor
is
pristine.
In
reality,
it
would
probably
never
look
that
good
using
the
real
thing,
even
with
proper
maintenance.
Con:
It
doesn't
last
forever
-
You'll
eventually
have
to
replace
your
Armstrong
LVT
floor
when
it
goes
out
of
style
but
this
con
is
more
of
a
pro
considering
how
long
Armstrong
luxury
vinyl
floors
typically
last.
No
floor
in
the
world
can
last
forever.
Real
wood
has
the
potential
to
last
the
longest
but
seldom
does
due
to
the
extreme
wear.
Your
Armstrong
floor
is
still
going
to
last
for
a
couple
of
decades
with
good
care.
A
convenient
install
method
called
FasTak
allows
you
to
use
a
light
adhesive
to
place
the
tile
and
planks.
Removing
those
pieces
is
just
as
easy
when
you
need
a
complete
floor
replacement
someday.
Keep
in
mind,
though,
that
it
might
be
a
generation
before
it
needs
replacing,
making
it
a
household
task
for
your
children.
Pre-Purchase Q&A
What is Luxury Vinyl Tile?
The
term
"LVT"
has
perhaps
been
a
mystery
to
you
while
shopping
for
floors.
It
stands
for
"Luxury
Vinyl
Tile",
and
it
does
have
distinguishing
differences
from
standard
vinyl
tile.
It's
the
word
"Luxury"
with
a
literal
meaning.
This
means
the
vinyl
tile
flooring
you're
buying
has
extra
qualities
that
make
it
more
durable.
What
this
means
further
is
you'll
get
more
layers
without
necessarily
making
the
floor
heavy.
All
the
materials
used
are
lightweight
enough
to
make
installation
and
removal
easy.
The
stability
layer
of
Armstrong
LVT
is
what
makes
it
strong
for
multiple
uses.
However,
all
the
added
quality
materials
built-in
make
it
more
protective
against
water
and
general
wear.
In
all,
you
truly
are
getting
a
luxury
floor
compared
to
ordinary
vinyl
floors
that
hold
up
for
less
time.
More
people
consider
LVT
nowadays
because
it
holds
up
better
than
using
real
natural
materials.
Buying
real
wood
or
tile
just
doesn't
make
sense
nowadays
when
you
can
spend
less
and
get
something
that
looks
real
to
the
naked
eye.
How Do You Install Armstrong LVT and Planks?
Learning
how
to
install
Armstrong's
LVT
flooring
is
probably
the
first
thing
on
your
mind.
Getting
that
floor
installed
quickly
and
easily
is
more
than
possible
based
on
Armstrong's
FasTak
technology.
This
enables
a
light,
pressure-sensitive
adhesive
to
place
your
tile
or
planks
on
your
subfloor.
It
creates
a
solid
bond
over
most
subfloors,
and
you
can
even
reposition
the
pieces
if
you
need
to.
Remember,
though,
that
a
light
adhesive
is
not
the
same
as
using
glue.
FasTak
technology
is
not
nearly
as
messy
as
using
glue-down
methods.
Glue
also
usually
requires
a
professional
installation.
What
makes
FasTak
most
convenient
is
it
requires
no
drying
time.
You
don't
even
need
any
extra
tools.
Just
place
each
piece
in
place
when
ready,
making
it
releasable
if
you
decide
to
change
your
mind
on
the
positioning.
FasTak
adhesives
apply
to
LVT
and
the
plank
versions
of
these
floors.
This
makes
installation
less
of
a
burden
and
a
very
workable
DIY
project.
Still,
some
things
need
to
be
considered
during
an
installation.
Learning
how
to
prep
your
work
area
is
something
you'll
want
to
learn
more
about
later.
How Do You Cut Armstrong LVT and Planks During Installation?
A
major
plus
of
Armstrong
LVT
flooring
is
how
lightweight
it
is,
making
it
easy
to
cut
if
you
need
to.
Before
you
install
LVT
flooring,
you
always
need
a
quality
tile
cutter
or
utility
knife.
Using
these
makes
it
simple
to
cut
the
pieces
to
the
shapes
you
want.
Not
all
floors
are
like
this
and
sometimes
require
going
to
a
saw
to
cut
pieces.
Cutting
right
through
the
Armstrong
LVT
layers
takes
little
effort.
All
you
need
to
do
to
prepare
is
put
down
a
piece
of
cardboard
on
the
floor
as
your
base
while
doing
the
cutting.
Being
able
to
cut
one
piece
or
plank
in
two
won't
make
any
mess
either.
You
don't
have
to
worry
about
creating
dust
or
ruining
the
tile.
To
make
more
complex
cuts
like
curves
(or
putting
a
hole
in
the
tile),
it's
a
good
idea
to
use
a
heat
gun
on
the
tile
to
make
it
easier
to
cut
through.
How Do You Clean Armstrong LVT and Planks?
You
already
know
that
proper
maintenance
is
important
with
Armstrong
LVT
floors.
Cleaning
at
least
once
per
week
is
all
it
requires
to
keep
it
looking
pristine.
Handling
spills
shouldn't
wait
since
fluids
and
other
substances
could
seep
between
the
planks
and
harm
your
subfloor.
While
the
floor
can
handle
these
spills,
always
clean
them
up
as
fast
as
possible.
For
general
cleaning,
you
only
have
to
sweep
your
floor
once
per
week
to
keep
it
free
from
dirt
and
dust.
Vacuuming
is
also
acceptable
as
long
as
you
don't
use
a
beater
bar
on
the
front
of
the
machine.
Mopping
is
a
good
method
of
deeper
cleaning.
Just
don't
use
cleaning
solutions
that
have
abrasive
chemicals.
These
leave
behind
scratches
on
vinyl,
including
possible
filmy
stains.
Shining
your
Armstrong
floor
is
also
a
good
idea
periodically.
Armstrong
does
provide
some
cleaning
solutions
you
can
apply.
Regardless,
creating
a
soap
out
of
a
gentle
detergent
is
suitable
for
the
above
mopping.
Where Can You Buy Armstrong LVT and Plank Flooring?
Any
authorized
dealer
of
Armstrong
flooring
carries
their
LVT
and
plank
brands.
Most
popular
home
goods
stores
within
the
U.S.
carry
Armstrong
floors,
albeit
at
full
retail
prices.
Your
best
bet
is
to
look
for
discounts
online.
Many
online
flooring
dealers
provide
Armstrong
LVT
at
lower
rates,
including
having
it
delivered
to
your
door.
When
you
decide
to
buy
these
floors,
make
sure
the
flooring
company
has
knowledgeable
staff
on
hand.
Someone
with
real
expertise
is
going
to
help
you
make
a
smarter
buying
decision.
Most
corporate
box
stores
don't
hire
real
flooring
experts
to
give
you
dependable
information.
Make
sure
you
have
all
your
questions
thoroughly
answered
before
you
buy
your
Armstrong
LVT
floor.
Some
online
outlets
send
you
samples
in
the
mail
so
you
can
test
a
tile
or
plank
to
see
how
well
it
matches
your
interior
decor.
LVT Flooring Layers
Each
layer
of
Armstrong
LVT
flooring
gives
you
special
materials
that
make
up
the
whole
of
its
quality.
You
should
know
each
layer
and
why
each
matter.
The
first
layer
is
the
wear
layer,
which
determines
the
floor's
thickness.
Each
wear
layer
from
Armstrong
differs
in
its
thickness
based
on
the
particular
sub-brand
you
buy.
Their
Vivero
Good,
Better,
and
Best
brands
all
determine
what
the
wear
layer
thickness
is.
The
Good
brands
have
0.11
inches
of
thickness,
translating
to
2.79
mm.
Better
brands
go
to
0.13
inches,
and
Best
brands
go
to
0.16
inches.
How
you
determine
the
wear
layer
you
need
depends
on
measuring
the
foot
traffic
you
have
in
your
home
or
business.
You
should
be
able
to
estimate
this
based
on
the
average
amount
of
people
who
enter
those
doors
every
day.
The
second
layer
is
the
image
layer,
which
is
digitally
printed.
Here,
you
get
a
photographic,
digital
image
of
real
wood
and
tile
so
it
looks
real
without
it
being
real.
Digital
printing
techniques
on
LVT
flooring
continue
to
grow
in
popularity.
They
haven't
been
around
too
long,
though.
The
process
started
in
Europe
during
the
early
2010s,
finally
prompting
American
flooring
companies
to
do
the
same.
Armstrong
is
one
of
the
leaders
in
using
the
process.
Most
uses
of
the
technology
create
a
recurring
pattern
of
the
material
so
no
one
can
tell
it's
a
photographic
image.
The
third
layer
is
the
resilient
core,
plus
the
backing
of
LVT.
It's
here
where
you
get
the
real
heart
of
the
floor
in
making
it
feel
comfortable.
Armstrong
mostly
uses
PVC
here
to
aid
in
adding
to
the
floor's
durability.
Backing
on
the
floor
is
typically
made
up
of
cork.
Using
this
material
has
become
more
commonplace
in
the
flooring
industry
because
it
helps
provide
further
softness
to
the
floor.
Although
it's
also
useful
for
sound
absorption.
If
you
have
a
lot
of
loud
noises
in
your
home
or
business,
the
quality
backing
from
Armstrong
helps
tremendously.
Why Buy Armstrong LVT and Planks?
- Made in the U.S.A.
- Resilient against water, scratches, and stains
- Numerous design highlights with realistic looks of wood
- Simple to maintain
- Extensive warranty
Testimonials
What
do
customers
say
about
who
bought
Armstrong
LVT
flooring?
Getting
word
directly
from
those
who
already
live
on
these
floors
can
give
you
a
good
idea
of
what
you
might
need.
A
good
cross-section
of
reviews
available
on
Armstrong's
website
tells
numerous
stories
of
personal
experiences.
Most
of
them
are
positive
and
offer
five-star
reviews.
One
good
example
comes
from
an
anonymous
reviewer
giving
the
Armstrong
Arbor
Orchard
version
of
the
LVT
floor
five
stars
while
detailing
success
with
cleanups.
As
the
reviewer
noted:
“I
installed
about
1,500
square
feet
of
this
flooring
in
my
home
about
two
years
ago.
Best
choice
I
made.
The
flooring
is
durable
-
does
not
scratch
with
the
movement
of
heavy
furniture.
It
is
easy
to
clean
-
I
dropped
a
huge
amount
of
paint
on
the
floor,
and
ALL
of
it
cleaned
up
with
no
long-term
effects.
Clean-up
from
pets
is
a
breeze.
I
have
received
so
many
compliments
about
my
flooring.
I
am
so
pleased
with
this
flooring.”
Comments
like
this
prove
even
the
worst
type
of
situations
don't
become
disasters
with
Armstrong
flooring.
Nevertheless,
it
still
needs
to
be
said
that
all
spills
need
cleaning
as
quickly
as
you
can.
Being
able
to
handle
paint
spills,
though,
should
ease
your
mind
on
the
spill
test.
Another
reviewer
for
Cinder
Forest
LVT
noted
the
appeal
of
the
floor
for
their
office.
The
reviewer
said:
“We
just
had
this
product
installed
in
our
office
common
area.
The
finished
product
is
seamless
and
provides
an
updated
curb
appeal,
especially
when
clients
come
to
visit
our
showroom.
We
were
happily
surprised
to
see
the
product
being
glued
down.
Would
definitely
recommend
it!”
Now
you
see
how
diverse
Armstrong
LVT
is
for
both
the
home
and
at
work.
The
commercial
business
use
of
these
floors
is
exponential,
even
if
versions
like
Vivero
Best
are
the
better
option
for
more
thickness.
For
an
example
of
how
these
floors
work
for
kitchens
and
laundry
rooms,
check
out
the
review
from
someone
who
bought
Tropical
Oak
LVT
:
"My
wife
and
I
are
70
years
old.
We
installed
400
square
feet
of
Tropical
Oak
with
the
Fast-Tack
installation
concept
in
our
kitchen
and
laundry
room
ourselves.
We
are
thrilled
with
the
result,
this
floor
is
as
beautiful
as
natural
wood
but
we
don't
have
to
worry
about
water
(plumbing
leak,
etc.)
destroying
it.
It's
been
over
a
month
now
and
we've
found
that
crumbs
or
spills
wipe
up
readily,
it's
very
easy
to
keep
clean.
We
would
say
that
this
is
the
best-looking
vinyl
we've
ever
seen
(and
we
looked
at
many
samples
prior
to
purchasing
this
one).
We
would
highly
recommend
this
product."
Testimonials
from
older
customers
give
you
further
proof
of
how
easy
this
floor
is
to
install
for
most
ages.
With
Armstrong
making
their
LVT
waterproof,
you
never
have
to
worry
about
the
worst-case
scenario
in
rooms
vulnerable
to
moisture.
Many
similar
reviews
are
available
on
Armstrong's
website
devoted
to
LVT.
Their
site
also
has
Q&As
where
customers
ask
questions
and
Armstrong
experts
answer
them.
A
good
example
of
this
was
a
customer
asking:
"Where
is
Vivero's
Best
Flooring
Made?"
The
answer:
“We
are
happy
and
excited
to
provide
you
with
durable,
high-quality
flooring
products.
The
material
you're
inquiring
about
is
made
in
the
USA
and
manufactured
right
here
in
Lancaster,
PA!
We
are
thrilled
to
manufacture
such
an
awesome
product
with
our
new
Diamond
10
Technology
making
it
extremely
durable,
pet
and
kid-friendly
too!
Please
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me
know
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Have
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Why Does the Mil Layer Matter?
You
may
be
wondering
what
the
mil
wear
layer
means
on
all
those
Armstrong
flooring
products.
It's
essentially
the
wear
layer
and
the
floor
thickness.
This
matters
because
it
determines
which
LVT
floor
is
best
for
your
surroundings.
Based
on
the
sub-brands
of
Armstrong
LVT
floors,
the
mil
wear
layer
is
going
to
vary
widely
based
on
your
environment.
Residential
versions
of
this
type
of
LVT
flooring
are
going
to
have
a
smaller
mil
wear
layer
than
ones
for
commercial
use.
This
makes
sense
because
businesses
are
usually
going
to
get
more
floor
traffic
than
a
home.
Of
course,
this
isn't
always
the
case
with
every
individual.
Your
home
may
be
very
busy
every
day.
Having
a
lot
of
children
in
the
house
(plus
pets)
only
increases
the
chances
of
your
new
floor
wearing
out
faster.
In
this
case,
you
may
want
to
get
something
like
Armstrong's
Vivero
Best
for
your
home,
despite
normally
being
a
commercial
product.
Every
circumstance
is
different,
including
some
businesses
not
getting
as
much
traffic
as
others.
A
dentist's
office,
for
instance,
would
perhaps
get
less
foot
traffic
than
a
hospital
or
a
retail
store.
Thickness
in
the
residential
and
commercial
varieties
of
Armstrong
LVT
runs
from
0.080
inches
up
to
0.200
inches.
The
residential
versions
are
within
the
0.080-inch
range,
which
would
translate
to
80
mil.
A
mil
wear
layer
at
this
level
for
a
home
is
very
strong,
something
you
can
always
count
on
with
Armstrong.
Most
of
the
Armstrong
LVT
brands
have
higher
mil
layers
than
other
flooring
companies
selling
residential
flooring.
Some
of
the
cheapest
on
the
market
go
as
low
as
6
mil,
which
is
still
acceptable
if
your
floors
only
get
walked
on
once
in
a
while.
Take
some
time
to
measure
how
much
traffic
your
floor
gets
throughout
the
day.
Based
on
the
mil
layer
and
the
warranty
you
get
from
Armstrong,
you
can
gain
a
basic
idea
of
how
long
the
floor
will
last.
An In-Depth Look at Five Armstrong LVT Collections
All
five
of
the
main
LVT
collections
Armstrong
offers
are
suitable
for
any
room.
Yet,
they
have
distinct
qualities
about
them,
including
some
unique,
patented
technologies
made
only
through
Armstrong.
Let's
take
a
deep-dive
look
at
all
five
collections:
American Charm 6
American
Charm
6
is
so-named
because
it
offers
a
6-mil
Urethane
Plus
wear
layer.
This
allows
for
superior
protection
against
everything
from
scratches
to
stains.
Keep
in
mind
this
is
vinyl
wood
plank
flooring
rather
than
tile.
LVT
flooring
from
Armstrong
sometimes
gives
the
impression
it's
all
luxury
vinyl
tile
when
many
of
the
products
offer
a
wood
aesthetic.
You
can
get
either
36
square
feet
of
planks
per
box
or
as
24
pieces
per
box.
The
general
size
of
each
piece
is
6"x
36".
Five
colors
are
available
in
each
wood
species.
These
are
brown,
gray,
orange,
red-brown,
and
tan.
Your
choices
are
also
varied
on
how
you
want
the
wood
to
look
either
distressed,
traditional,
or
natural.
While
not
the
highest
wear
layer
you
can
acquire,
it's
a
floor
perfect
for
any
room
prone
to
moisture.
Kitchens,
bathrooms,
and
laundry
rooms
are
the
most
common
choice
uses
of
American
Charm
6.
LUXE Plank with FasTak Install
Thanks
to
LUXE
Plank,
you
can
get
the
look
of
wood
or
stone
for
your
home.
It's
also
one
Armstrong
LVT
floor
that
comes
in
the
look
of
wood
or
tile.
Along
with
being
waterproof
and
extremely
durable,
LUXE
Plank
gives
you
more
variety
in
the
realm
of
authentic
hardwood
looks.
It
even
gives
you
various
stylized
grain
patterns
that
you
can't
find
on
similar
floors.
As
seen
in
the
title,
it
also
uses
the
FasTak
install
method.
Pressure-sensitive
adhesives
are
placed
on
each
piece
so
it
firmly
adheres
to
any
subfloor.
The
adhesive
isn't
so
strong
that
you
can't
pick
a
piece
back
up
and
reposition
it
if
need
be.
When
adding
the
look
of
stone
to
the
mix,
you
have
a
lot
more
to
work
with
for
different
rooms
in
your
house.
Colors
variances
are
more
substantial
as
well,
including
everything
from
beige
to
white.
This
floor
comes
in
two
sizes:
A
wide
plank
5
inches
and
up,
or
12
inches
x
24
inches
for
tile.
Reviews
for
LUXE
Plank
are
usually
stellar
because
of
its
diversity
and
a
particular
focus
on
lasting
value.
With
proper
care,
a
LUXE
Plank
floor
can
last
you
up
to
30
years.
Vivero Best
Three
Vivero
brands
are
available,
with
Vivero
Best
the
first
one,
designed
for
any
space
that
needs
more
durability.
Vivero
floors
offer
higher
mil
layers,
with
Best
offering
a
20-mil
layer
suitable
for
overly
busy
areas.
It
also
offers
a
combination
of
wood
looks
and
stone,
making
it
another
diverse
product
in
the
Armstrong
catalog.
Known
for
its
warmth
and
beauty,
this
is
another
LVT
floor
you
could
use
at
home
or
in
a
workspace.
One
of
the
highlights
of
Vivero
Best
is
its
use
of
Armstrong's
patented
Diamond
10
Technology.
The
surface
is
made
of
real,
cultured
diamonds,
making
it
scratch-resistant
just
like
a
diamond
ring.
However,
the
diamond
properties
also
add
to
protecting
against
stains
and
scuffing.
The
"10"
in
Diamond
10
means
it
scores
at
10
on
the
Mohs
scale
for
mineral
hardness.
In
other
words,
this
tops
all
other
floor
finishes
available
in
the
industry.
Diamond
10
Technology
is
exclusive
to
Armstrong
and
why
they
continue
to
lead
with
the
most
durable
floors
on
the
planet.
Yet,
it's
more
than
the
durable
qualities
of
Vivero
Best
that
so
many
continue
to
buy
it.
It's
even
produced
here
in
the
U.S.A.,
something
important
to
many.
Colors
are
varied
and
range
from
black/grey
to
wood
tones.
Sizes
are
either
6
inches
x
48
inches,
or
9
inches
x
48
inches.
Wood
species
range
from
Amarela
Heartwood
to
Messenia
Travertine
Antiquity.
Vivero Better
Next
in
the
Vivero
series
is
Vivero
Better,
upping
some
of
the
material
quality
for
more
protection.
With
a
12-mil
wear
layer
and
utilizing
various
trendy
hardwood
designs,
it's
a
good
choice
for
bustling
homes.
Like
all
Vivero
floors,
this
also
uses
Diamond
10
Technology
to
keep
your
floor
looking
more
pristine
over
a
longer
period.
Another
thing
to
note
is
that
Vivero
floors
have
an
embossed
wear
surface
using
various
textures
to
enhance
visuals
on
the
surface.
Colors
are
basic,
though
mimic
the
most
common
aesthetics
of
wood.
This
means
using
black
and
gray,
plus
typical
wood
tones.
Wood
species
looks
range
from
Bluegrass
Barnwood
Beige
Ballad
to
Vintage
Timber
Timberwolf.
Vivero Good
As
the
more
basic
version
of
the
Vivero
brand,
Vivero
Good
still
lives
up
to
its
name.
Despite
having
a
lower
mil
layer
from
Best
and
Better,
it
has
impressive
visuals,
including
much
of
the
same
protective
elements.
One
thing
to
note
about
Vivero
Good
is
it
uses
Armstrong's
IntegriLock
system
for
installation.
You
can
essentially
click
the
planks
together,
making
an
installation
easier
than
ever.
For
many,
this
is
easier
than
adhesives.
The
higher
up
you
go
in
the
Vivero
line,
the
higher
the
performance
levels,
including
longer-lasting
warranties.
Armstrong LVT Reviews
LVT
Installation
Methods
How
do
you
install
an
LVT
floor?
As
you
already
know,
FasTak
technology
makes
installing
these
Armstrong
floors
easier
than
ever.
It's
only
part
of
the
entire
installation
process,
though.
To
have
a
successful
installation
of
your
LVT
floor,
most
of
the
real
work
is
in
preparation.
Part
of
this
comes
in
reading
your
directions
carefully
before
doing
any
work.
Various
precautions
need
to
be
taken
with
some
Armstrong
flooring,
including
proper
acclimation
to
your
environment.
In
other
cases,
it
means
prepping
your
subfloor
before
the
floor
is
put
down.
When
starting,
make
sure
your
subfloor
is
clean
and
dry
at
the
very
least.
Armstrong
LVT
can
go
over
most
subfloors,
but
it
should
never
be
wet
or
dirty.
Also,
make
sure
it's
level.
You
can
buy
self-leveling
kits
to
take
care
of
this
if
your
subfloor
has
cracks.
Move
all
furniture
out
of
the
room
before
applying
the
floor
as
well.
Trimming
along
your
walls
should
also
be
removed
to
avoid
any
damage
during
the
installation
process.
Gather
all
the
tools
you'll
need.
It's
going
to
mean
having
everything
from
a
utility
knife
to
safety
goggles.
You
may
even
need
extra
underlayment.
The
most
suitable
substrates
for
installation
include
concrete,
suspended
wood
with
approved
wood
underlayments,
suspended
hardwood
flooring,
single-layer
resilient
flooring,
ceramic
tile,
and
polymeric
poured
floors.
You
can't
install
Armstrong
LVT
on
carpet
or
hardwood
flooring
installed
over
concrete.
As
you
install
the
luxury
vinyl
tile
or
planks,
be
sure
to
plan
out
where
you'll
start
and
end.
Pick
a
starting
wall
first.
Then
start
laying
the
pieces
in
the
corner
of
the
room
on
the
left
side
of
your
starting
wall.
While
each
piece
goes
into
place,
you'll
want
to
use
a
hand
roller
to
make
sure
the
tile
or
planks
fully
adhere.
Keep
the
end
joints
of
each
piece
staggered
to
a
minimum
of
6
inches
in
adjacent
rows
to
help
bring
a
seamless
installation.
Butting
the
edges
together
neatly
gives
you
a
perfect
connection
of
each
piece
using
FasTak.
Transition
strips
are
always
provided
with
your
Armstrong
LVT
order
so
you
can
install
pieces
into
closets
or
other
irregular-shaped
areas.
Remember
to
wait
about
five
days
before
you
start
cleaning
your
floor.
You
need
to
let
the
adhesive
cure
for
that
long
before
doing
thorough
mopping.
FasTak vs. Glue-Down Method
The
use
of
the
FasTak
method
on
Armstrong
LVT
is
very
useful
for
those
who
want
a
DIY
installation
project.
Regardless,
it's
not
the
only
type
of
way
to
install
these
floors.
Glue-down
installation
is
also
possible
with
all
Vivero
floors.
Some
people
prefer
this
to
give
a
more
solid
installation.
If
you're
placing
your
LVT
floor
in
a
larger
room,
sometimes
glue-down
is
better
since
it
provides
more
durability.
Also,
if
you
constantly
move
heavy
furniture
around
a
room,
glue-down
methods
prevent
the
floor
from
lifting
in
certain
places.
Should
you
decide
on
glue-down,
keep
in
mind
it's
more
work
during
installation.
Still,
it
does
give
a
more
permanent
installation
method,
and
it's
still
easy
to
remove
the
tiles
or
planks
when
the
floor
needs
replacing.
Those
of
you
who
have
never
done
glue-down
before
should
consider
hiring
a
professional
installer.
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