In modern home renovation, SPC flooring (Stone Plastic Composite) has rapidly gained market popularity due to its waterproof, fireproof, and zero-formaldehyde properties. However, the quality of SPC flooring in the market varies significantly, making it difficult for consumers to distinguish good from bad at a glance.
As a professional flooring manufacturer, HRFLOOR will teach you how to check high-quality SPC flooring from a professional perspective.
I. What is Truly “Good” SPC Flooring?
The excellent performance of premium SPC flooring stems from its “pure” interior. To judge its quality, you first need to understand two core indicators: Raw Materials and Ratio.
- 100% Virgin Material: Good SPC flooring insists on using 100% virgin PVC material. This means the product contains no recycled materials or waste, eliminating potential risks of heavy metals, phthalates, and other harmful substances from the source.
- More PVC Ratio: The core layer of SPC flooring is formed by mixing PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) and calcium powder (Calcium Carbonate) in a specific ratio. The standard industry ratio for quality is 1:3.2, whereas top brands like HRFLOOR optimize this ratio to 1:3.12. A higher PVC content means the flooring is more durable and flexibility.
- Thickness Determines Strength: The thickness of SPC flooring typically ranges from 4.0mm to 10.0mm. Thicker flooring often implies a stronger locking mechanism strength and a better sound insulation.
Good SPC flooring not only concerns the lifespan of the flooring but also directly affects the health of your residental or commercial environment. Choosing products that have passed international air quality certifications, such as FloorScore or GREENGUARD, is an important basis for ensuring extremely low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emissions and environmental safety.
II. Practical Inspection: Bend, Look, and Verify
Beyond understanding theoretical standards, we can also use some simple and intuitive methods for rapid inspection.
1. Bending Method (Most Simple)
Take a complete plank of flooring and attempt to bend it. High-quality SPC flooring will not break even when bent more than 90 degrees. Afterwards, observe the color of the fracture or incision. The cross-section of high-quality flooring appears pure white or creamy white, with a clean texture.
Conversely, if the color is dark grey or contains a large number of black specks, there is a high probability that cheap recycled material was added.
2. Laboratory Composition Testing (Most Rigorous)
While ordinary consumers cannot perform professional laboratory composition tests (such as FTIR, GC-MS, etc.), we can judge quality by checking the product’s official certifications and performance parameters.
HRFLOOR maintains long-term cooperation with internationally renowned laboratories such as SGS, TUV, and Intertek. You can verify our commitment to quality in our SGS composition test reports.
III. Advantages of High-Quality SPC Flooring
Such high-standard flooring can bring you the following long-term benefits:
- Ultra-Long Lifespan: The service life of high-quality flooring is at least 25 years.
- Ultimate Stability: Whether in winter or summer, the flooring is less susceptible to temperature influence, preventing expansion gaps or edge breakage.
- Eco-friendly & Non-toxic: 100% virgin materials ensure no VOC emissions, guarding your family’s respiratory health.
- Worry-Free Installation: High PVC content improves the flooring’s toughness, allowing for installation even on slightly uneven ground. The thicker locking design avoids edge breakage during transport and installation, significantly reducing wastage costs.
When choosing SPC flooring, remember the four principles: “Check raw materials, Check the ratio, Test the flexibility, and Verify certifications.” You will easily be able to purchase premium products that are beautiful, durable, healthy, and eco-friendly, laying a solid foundation for your home life.
