SPC Flooring vs Laminate Flooring
The honest side-by-side: materials, water resistance, durability, and price - from a factory that manufactures both under one roof.
Quick answer
Choose SPC for any wet or high-traffic area - bathrooms, kitchens, retail - because it is 100% waterproof. Choose laminate (AC4/AC5) for the most convincing real-wood look at the lowest price in dry rooms. Both install floating with the same click systems; wholesale prices overlap: SPC USD 5-10/m2, laminate USD 4-10/m2 FOB Shanghai.
Which one wins for you?
Bathrooms, kitchens & wet areas
100% waterproof core - water cannot swell it
Maximum wood-look realism
EIR textures reproduce real grain in stunning detail
Hot & humid climates
Dimensionally stable through monsoons and heat
Budget dry rooms
Best value per m² for bedrooms and living rooms
Side by Side
| Feature | SPC Flooring | Laminate Flooring |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | 100% waterproof | Water-resistant; swells at seams if wet |
| Core material | Limestone + PVC (rigid) | HDF wood fiber |
| Thickness | 3.5 - 8 mm | 8 - 12 mm |
| Wear resistance | 0.3 / 0.5 / 0.55 mm PVC layer | AC3 / AC4 / AC5 melamine |
| Underfloor heating | Up to 28 °C | Up to 27 °C |
| Installation | Click, floating, no glue | Click, floating, no glue |
| Feel underfoot | Firm, dense | Softer, warmer |
| Best for | Wet areas, commercial, humid climates | Bedrooms, living rooms, dry offices |
| Price level (FOB) | Mid | Low - mid |
Both lines, one factory
Color-matched skirting, mixed designs in one container, and free samples of any design.