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Q What is dry-back (glue-down) flooring?
A Dry-back (glue-down) vinyl flooring is installed by fully bonding vinyl tiles or planks to a prepared subfloor using adhesive. It creates a permanently adhered, low-profile floor suitable for commercial and residential spaces.
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Q What products are available as dry-back?
A Dry-back is offered as LVT/LVP with various wear layers, thickness options, textures, and finishes for heavy traffic use.
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Q Advantages of dry-back flooring?
A High stability, excellent performance under rolling loads, flat profile, strong adhesion, and easy replacement of individual tiles.
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Q Disadvantages of dry-back flooring?
A Requires a very flat subfloor, permanent installation, more labor time, and firmer underfoot feel.
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Q Best application areas?
A Commercial areas, offices, retail, hospitality, and any space needing a durable, continuous, low-profile floor.
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Q Can it be installed over existing flooring?
A Yes, as long as the existing floor is well-bonded and properly levelled.
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Q Are there any requirements for the subfloor?
A Very strict flatness tolerance. Leveling compounds may be needed.
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Q Is dry-back waterproof?
A Vinyl is water-resistant, but proper adhesive use and waterproofing details are important.
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Q How can I maintain the flooring?
A Sweep/vacuum regularly, damp mop with pH-neutral cleaner, avoid harsh chemicals, and use furniture pads.
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Q Warranty considerations?
A Warranty depends on correct installation, adhesive choice, and following manufacturer instructions.
