Luxury Vinyl Flooring Pros and Cons

LVP flooring is everywhere right now. Most people choose it because it sounds responsible: “It’s waterproof.” “It’s durable.” “Everyone’s installing it.” That feels like an obvious winner, until you consider longevity. A local flooring installer told me they’re already getting calls to rip out LVP and replace it with hardwood. Not in 20 years. In just a few. When LVP is damaged — from water, dents, or scratches — it’s permanent. There’s no sanding. No refinishing. No repair. You live with it… or