For most Austin homeowners, floating LVP is the preferred choice because it handles minor concrete slab imperfections well and allows for easy single-plank repairs. Glue-down LVP is better suited for commercial spaces or areas with heavy rolling loads, as it bonds directly to the slab for maximum stability but requires a perfectly flat subfloor.
Most Austin homes are built on concrete slab foundations, which can have moisture, minor cracks, and flatness issues. Floating LVP is the standard choice for most Austin residences, requiring the slab to be within a quarter inch over ten feet of flatness. Glue-down vinyl bonds directly to the slab, which can help stabilize minor movement, but requires tighter flatness tolerances. Both methods require moisture testing before installation on a slab.