Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) - Oak Visual
Synthetic (Polyvinyl Chloride) • Engineered (Non-Wood / Synthetic)
Grain Pattern
Photographic reproduction of wire-brushed, straight-grain oak with occasional cathedral peaks and knots; texture is embossed-in-register (EIR).
Color Description
Cool-toned 'Greige' (gray-beige) with whitewashed overtones; dark gray ticking in the pore patterns; color is stable and resistant to UV fading.
Hardness Rating
N/A (Synthetic Surface) - Equivalent to High Durability / Commercial Grade wear layer (typically 12-20 mil).
Durability Rating
Very Durable (Synthetic); 100% waterproof, resistant to rot, insects, and moisture-related decay unlike natural wood.
Common Uses
Residential and commercial flooring, specifically in high-moisture areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.
Geographic Origin
Manufactured; typically produced in China, South Korea, or the United States.
Market Value & Sustainability
Estimated Market Value
$2.00 - $5.00 per square foot (Retail material cost).
Wood Age Estimate
New/Modern (Less than 10 years old based on the 'greige' color trend and plank format).
Sustainability Status
Non-replenishable plastic product; check for FloorScore certification or Phthalate-free manufacturing; recyclable in specific industrial programs.
Workability
Does not work like wood; scored and snapped with a utility knife or cut with a miter saw; features a click-lock installation system.
Notable Features
Often features an IXPE or cork underlayment; static-dissipative; feels colder than real wood; repeating patterns visible across different planks.
Finish Recommendations
No finish required; factory-applied clear urethane wear layer with ceramic bead reinforcement.
Identification Confidence
High; the repeating pattern visible in the planks, the uniform micro-bevels, and the specific 'printed' look of the grain indicate this is a synthetic LVP flooring rather than organic wood.