What is the difference between Mannington ADURA Max and ADURA Rigid?

ADURA Max features a Wood Polymer Core (WPC) with an 8.0 mm thickness, offering superior acoustic comfort and up to 30% noise reduction. ADURA Rigid uses a Solid Polymer Core (SPC) with a 5.5 mm thickness, providing enhanced dent resistance and temperature stability without requiring acclimation.

Are Mannington ADURA floors waterproof?

Yes, both ADURA Max and ADURA Rigid feature waterproof cores, making them highly suitable for Austin homes dealing with humidity or concrete slab moisture. ADURA Max utilizes the HydroLoc waterproof core system.

What is the wear layer thickness on Mannington ADURA products?

All three primary ADURA collections (Max, Rigid, and Flex) feature a durable 20-mil wear layer. This robust wear layer, combined with ScratchResist technology and Microban protection, ensures long-lasting performance in active households.

Does ADURA Flex require transition strips?

No, because ADURA Flex is a traditional glue-down luxury vinyl tile (LVT) with a 2.5 mm thickness, it can be installed seamlessly across large areas without the need for transition strips, unlike floating floor systems.

Mannington ADURA Flooring Guide for Austin Homes: Max, Rigid, and Flex Compared

Mannington ADURA offers three distinct waterproof flooring lines for Austin homes: Max (WPC) for acoustic comfort, Rigid (SPC) for dent resistance, and Flex for traditional glue-down installations. With 20-mil wear layers and Microban protection, ADURA stands up to Texas humidity and active households while delivering premium hardwood aesthetics.

Austin's climate requires dimensionally stable and waterproof flooring, especially for homes on concrete slabs or those dealing with high humidity. ADURA Max's HydroLoc waterproof core and WPC construction handle these Central Texas conditions well. Its 30% sound dampening is also ideal for Austin's multi-story homes or active households.

Guide sections

Understanding the Mannington ADURA Collections
ADURA Max: Premium Comfort and Acoustic Performance
ADURA Rigid: Superior Dent Resistance and Stability
ADURA Flex: Traditional Glue-Down Versatility

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