My husband and I installed NuCore luxury vinyl plank flooring in our home 6 years ago. We wanted hardwood flooring, but after reading about the affordability and ease of installation of LVP floors we chose to go with NuCore. We installed the flooring in the color Gunstock Oak in the studi office -craft room, two bathrooms, a hallway and laundry area. It is one of their textured plank flooring options. They also make other flooring products, and colors of planks that are high-gloss and smooth. Even after 6 years, it looks just as good as it did when we first installed it in each room. I have other LVP in my home that I also like, but if we need to update the flooring in another room of our home, I would go with with NuCore over other brands. I believe that the floors will outlast the 15-year residential warranty. If they stand up to the wear and tear of use as well as they have the past 6 years, I feel the flooring could last a lifetime.
NuCore Flooring: The Ultimate Alternative to Hardwood
NuCore is a vinyl plank floor product that looks like hardwood, making it an attractive option for homeowners who want the appearance of real wood without the high cost and maintenance. It is an engineered floor that has a few layers made up of durable materials, including a tough top layer, a wood look surface layer of vinyl, and a stable, rigid, and waterproof core with a cork underlayment. This unique construction provides excellent durability and resistance to scratches and stains.
Why I Like NuCore Over Other Brands of LVP Flooring
We have had NuCore installed in our home for 6 years, and it has performed exceptionally well. One of the reasons I like NuCore over other brands is that it is quiet and feels comfy to walk on. The planks have a cork backing, which provides padding and makes the floor feel solid. This is not the case with other brands of vinyl planks that have no cork backing. Additionally, NuCore is scratch-proof, even in high traffic areas. We have had our daughters’ pets stay with us over the years, and their messes are easy to wipe clean, with no scratch marks from their nails.
NuCore Waterproof Flooring FAQ’s
How Is It Holding Up After 6 Years?
Even after 6 years, NuCore looks just as good as it did when we first installed it. The flooring has held up well to wear and tear, and it still looks like new. I believe that the floors will outlast the 15-year residential warranty.
Is the Waterproof Flooring Installation Hard?
For a complete tutorial showing how to install the flooring, see this post: How to Install NuCore Flooring. The installation is relatively easy, and the flooring can be installed over existing tile or sheet vinyl.
Did You Install This on Top of Existing Tile?
Yes, we installed NuCore over existing ceramic tile in a full bath. As long as the tile or any existing flooring is clean and level, like wood subfloor or sheet vinyl, you can use NuCore over it.
How to Clean NuCore Flooring?
All vinyl plank flooring is easy to clean, but since I get asked this question frequently, I thought I should add it to this post. For the last 6 years, I sweep the floors with a broom and dust pan or run the vacuum over to pick up dirt. I then go over them with a Swiffer Wet Jet or Bona Mop with their spray cleaner and washable cleaning pad.
NuCore Flooring Maintenance
In addition to easy cleaning, NuCore flooring is also stain-proof. We have had paint spills, but they are easy to clean up even after they have dried. I use a stiff bristle scrub brush, water, and dish detergent with no damage to the floor.
NuCore Flooring Durability
The planks are 6.5mm thick, which makes them rigid and resistant to wear and tear. They have shown no wear even in a high traffic hallway. The flooring is thick and rigid enough that any imperfections in the flooring or subfloor under it have never shown up.
NuCore Flooring Transition
If you need to transition from NuCore to another height of flooring, you will need to use an endcap, reducer, or T-molding. T-molding is used when the two floorings are the same level. An endcap and reducer need to be used when the levels are different – vinyl plank, carpet, or hardwood. These pieces come in most of the floor colors to make the transition smooth and seamless.
Conclusion
In conclusion, NuCore luxury vinyl plank flooring is an excellent option for homeowners who want a durable, low-maintenance, and affordable flooring solution. It has performed exceptionally well in our home for 6 years, and I believe that it will outlast the 15-year residential warranty. If you are considering updating your flooring, I highly recommend NuCore.
