Hawaii's humidity runs 63β81% year-round. In those conditions, mold can take hold on a damp surface in under 24 hours. LVP has a 100% synthetic core β there's nothing in it for mold to grow on. That's why it's the most popular floor on Maui right now.
Maui's humidity averages 63β81% year-round β higher in windward areas. When moisture gets into an organic flooring material, mold doesn't wait. It can establish in under 24 hours. Wood swells and buckles. Adhesives fail. Laminate delaminates. The remediation is expensive and disruptive.
LVP's core is 100% synthetic β stone plastic composite (SPC) or wood plastic composite (WPC). No organic material. Mold has nothing to grow on. It installs directly over concrete slab β how most of Maui is built β without the moisture concerns that come with wood on slab. From Kihei condos to Wailea villas to Kahului rental properties, this is what we install most. Because it works.
Both are 100% synthetic and mold-resistant. The difference is format, look, and where you install them. Here's how to think about it.
Long planks designed to mimic hardwood. Warm, welcoming, works in living rooms, bedrooms, and open-concept spaces. Popular for rental properties converting to long-term use β durable enough for tenants, attractive enough to show well.
Square or rectangular tiles designed to mimic stone, marble, or ceramic. Cooler underfoot, classic in appearance β perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, and lanais.
Our showroom has samples from the premium names in LVP β brands that perform specifically in Hawaii's conditions. Come in and feel the difference in person. Wear layer thickness matters more than photos suggest β a 12-mil wear layer handles heavy use very differently than a 6-mil. We'll show you the difference and tell you which is right for your situation. Materials are ordered for your project once you've chosen.
LVP is our most popular product
on Maui β for good reason.
We'll test your subfloor, measure the space, and bring samples. You'll know exactly what you're getting before we install a single plank.
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