Knowledge Base
Flooring Guides
Everything about SPC and LVT flooring in one place — how it's built and compared, where it performs, how to install and care for it, and how to source or manufacture it from Turkey.
Our knowledge base brings together 146 in-depth guides — written to answer the real questions buyers, specifiers and brands ask about SPC and LVT flooring. Use the categories below to jump straight to what you need.
Flooring Basics
Start here — what SPC, LVT, EIR and rigid-core vinyl flooring are and how they're built.
Flooring Guide
What Is SPC Flooring Made Of?
Limestone, polymer and a stack of engineered layers. Here is exactly what goes into an SPC plank — and what each material contributes.
Flooring Guide
The History of Vinyl Flooring
Every floor you can click together today stands on 150 years of trial and error. A short history of how resilient flooring got here.
Flooring Guide
What Is SPC Flooring?
A complete guide to Stone Plastic Composite flooring — how it's built, why it's waterproof, and where it performs best.
Flooring Guide
What Is LVT Flooring?
Luxury vinyl tile, from its layered construction to where it belongs in a home.
Flooring Guide
What Is EIR Flooring?
Embossed In Register — the texturing technique that makes vinyl wood and stone look and feel authentic.
Flooring Guide
What Is Rigid Core Vinyl Flooring?
SPC, WPC, and what shops really mean when they say 'rigid LVT'.
Flooring Guide
Types of Vinyl Flooring Explained
Sheet, LVT, LVP, SPC and WPC — how the vinyl family fits together.
Flooring Guide
What Is the Unilin Click System?
The Belgian invention behind glueless floating floors, and why the license on the box matters.
Flooring Guide
What Is Click Flooring? Click-Lock Explained
The plank-to-plank locking system that lets floors go down fast, with no glue and no nails.
Flooring Guide
What Is a Floating Floor?
A floor that sits on the subfloor rather than being fixed to it, and why that changes how it behaves.
Comparisons
SPC measured against every other floor — vinyl, laminate, wood, tile, bamboo, cork and carpet.
Comparison
SPC vs PVC Flooring
A trick question with a useful answer: SPC is PVC flooring — of a specific, rigid kind. Here is how the terms relate and which to choose.
Comparison
SPC Flooring vs Solid Hardwood
Solid wood is the classic; SPC is the practical modern alternative. Here is an honest comparison of where each one wins.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs LVT Flooring
Are they the same floor? Where they differ, and how to choose between rigid SPC and flexible LVT.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs Laminate Flooring
How a rigid, 100% waterproof SPC core compares with a traditional laminate floor.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs Engineered Wood Flooring
Waterproof rigid-core SPC compared with real-wood-veneer engineered flooring.
Flooring Guide
WPC vs SPC Flooring
How stone-composite SPC compares with wood-plastic-composite WPC rigid vinyl.
Flooring Guide
SPC Flooring vs Ceramic Tile
Waterproof SPC compared with ceramic and porcelain tile — comfort, installation and upkeep.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs Vinyl Plank (LVP)
Both are vinyl — the core is what actually sets them apart.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs Hybrid Flooring
In many markets, SPC is a hybrid — the core inside is what matters.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs Bamboo Flooring
A genuine natural material versus a waterproof, worry-free one.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs Cork Flooring
A floor you feel versus a floor you forget about.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs Carpet
Cozy and warm versus waterproof and easy to keep clean.
Flooring Guide
Laminate vs Vinyl Flooring
They look alike, but the core material changes everything.
Flooring Guide
VCT vs LVT Flooring
Two vinyl tiles that look similar on a spec sheet and behave nothing alike on the floor.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs Sheet Vinyl Flooring
Rigid click planks or a seamless roll — which vinyl holds up better in your space.
Flooring Guide
SPC vs WPC vs LVT: Which Rigid Vinyl?
Three vinyl floors that look alike on a sample board and behave very differently on site.
Buying & Value
Cost, lifespan, thickness and warranties — how to buy SPC without overpaying.
Flooring Guide
SPC Flooring Myths, Corrected
Half of what buyers hear about SPC is outdated, and some of it was never true. A manufacturer sets the record straight — including where SPC genuinely has limits.
Buying Guide
SPC Flooring Installation Cost
Fitting is the part of a flooring budget people underestimate. Here is what actually drives the cost of installing SPC — without the guesswork.
Buying Guide
The Complete SPC Flooring Buying Guide
Everything that matters when you buy SPC flooring, in one place — so you can compare products properly and order with confidence.
Buying Guide
How Much SPC Flooring Do I Need?
Measure the room, add the right waste allowance, and turn square metres into boxes — so you order once and order right.
Trends
Flooring Trends 2026
The colours, textures and plank formats defining floors this year — and how to choose ones that will still look right in ten.
Buying Guide
How to Choose SPC Flooring Colour
Light, room size, undertones and furniture all pull the decision. A simple method to land on a colour you will still love in five years.
Buyer's Guide
SPC Flooring Pros and Cons
The real strengths and honest trade-offs of rigid-core SPC, before you buy.
Buyer's Guide
Is SPC Flooring Worth It?
A grounded look at what SPC costs and what it gives back.
Buyer's Guide
How Long Does SPC Flooring Last?
What decides SPC lifespan, and how to add years to it.
Buyer's Guide
Understanding SPC Flooring Thickness
What the millimetres control, and the spec that matters more.
Buyer's Guide
What Drives SPC Flooring Cost
The factors behind the price, so you can compare quotes fairly.
Buyer's Guide
How SPC Flooring Warranties Work
Wear, residential, and commercial cover, minus the fine-print surprises.
Buyer's Guide
Best Waterproof Flooring Options Compared
SPC, WPC, LVT, tile — and why laminate does not make the list.
Buyer's Guide
Vinyl Flooring Pros and Cons
What vinyl does well, where it falls short, and the trade-offs worth knowing before you buy.
Buyer's Guide
How to Choose Flooring for Your Home
Four things to weigh, plus a room-by-room shortlist so you are not guessing at the showroom.
Buyer's Guide
SPC Flooring Colours & Design Trends
How to pick a tone that suits the room, the light, and the way the space is used.
Buyer's Guide
Wide Plank vs Narrow Plank Flooring
The width of a plank changes a room more than most buyers expect.
Flooring Guide
Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring Explained
The word 'waterproof' gets stamped on a lot of floors. Here is what actually earns it.
Applications
Where SPC performs best — wet rooms, basements, commercial spaces, rentals and pet homes.
Design Guide
Herringbone SPC Flooring
The herringbone pattern brings craft and movement to a floor. On a rigid, waterproof SPC core, it also brings practicality. Here is what to know.
Applications
SPC Flooring for Apartments & Condos
Apartments have their own rules — sound limits, quick installs and hard-wearing surfaces. Here is why SPC fits, and what to watch for.
Buying Guide
Best Flooring for Kitchens
Kitchens mean spills, heat, dropped pans and constant traffic. Here is how the main flooring options compare — and why waterproof SPC leads.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Bathrooms & Kitchens
Why a 100% waterproof SPC core makes it a strong choice for wet and splash-prone rooms.
Application Guide
Commercial SPC Flooring
Heavy-traffic, waterproof, certified flooring for retail, office and hospitality projects.
Application Guide
The Best Flooring for Basements
Damp concrete, humidity, and temperature swings rule out most floors below grade. Here's why waterproof SPC is the exception.
Application Guide
Is SPC Flooring Good for Pets?
Claws, spills, and shedding are what wear a floor out. Here's how SPC holds up in a busy pet household.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Rental Properties
Why landlords and short-let hosts keep specifying rigid vinyl over carpet and laminate.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Hotels & Hospitality
Floors that hold up to guest traffic, read like real timber, and stay quiet between rooms.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Offices & Workspaces
Durable underfoot, quiet in open-plan, and clean enough to install over an occupied weekend.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Healthcare & Clinics
A seamless-feel, waterproof surface that wipes clean and takes trolley traffic all day.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Schools & Education
Tough enough for a full corridor at breaktime, calm enough for a classroom, priced for volume.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Restaurants & Cafes
A floor that survives spills, grease, and a full dining room without losing its looks.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Gyms & Fitness Studios
The right floor for the right zone, with a straight answer on where rubber wins.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Living Rooms
The room your family lives in deserves a floor that looks like wood and behaves like stone.
Application Guide
SPC Flooring for Bedrooms
A hard floor can still be a restful one — here is how to get it right in a bedroom.
Technical & Certifications
Wear ratings, layers and the certifications (FloorScore, ISO, CE) that prove quality.
Technical Guide
High-Density SPC Flooring
Density is the quiet number behind everything an SPC floor does well. Here is what it controls, and how a buyer checks it without a laboratory.
Technical Guide
Click Flooring Locking Types
Not all clicks are the same mechanism. Here is how the main locking types actually work — and what that means on installation day.
Technical Guide
SPC Flooring Testing Standards
Behind every line on a spec sheet is a laboratory test. Here is what those tests actually do to a plank — and how to read the results.
Technical Guide
SPC Flooring Soundproofing
Hard floors can be noisy. Here is how SPC manages footstep sound, what the ratings mean, and when to add extra acoustic treatment.
Flooring Guide
SPC Wear Layers & AC Ratings Explained
How the wear layer, UV coating and AC class determine how long a floor lasts.
Flooring Guide
SPC Flooring Certifications Explained
FloorScore®, ISO and CE — what they mean and why they matter when you choose a floor.
Flooring Guide
What Is FloorScore Certification?
The indoor air quality label that puts a lab test behind a flooring brand's claims.
Technical Guide
SPC Flooring Specifications & Technical Data
The numbers a specifier actually checks before signing off a floor.
Installation & Care
How to install click flooring, avoid common mistakes, and keep it looking new.
Installation Guide
Which Direction to Lay SPC Flooring
Plank direction is a small decision that changes how a whole room feels. Here is a simple way to get it right before you start clicking planks.
Care Guide
SPC Flooring Problems and Solutions
Most SPC 'faults' trace back to the subfloor, acclimation or installation — not the plank. Here is what goes wrong, and how to prevent it.
Installation Guide
How to Install Click SPC Flooring
A step-by-step overview of the licensed Unilin click system — tool-free, fast, and reversible.
Installation Guide
How to Measure a Room for Flooring
A simple way to work out area, waste and the number of boxes to order.
Installation Guide
How to Acclimate SPC Flooring Before Installation
A quiet day of doing nothing that saves you a callback.
Installation Guide
SPC Expansion Gaps: Why They Matter and How to Set Them
Skip the gap and the floor has nowhere to go but up.
Installation Guide
Installing SPC Over a Concrete Subfloor
Get the moisture and flatness right and the rest is easy.
Installation Guide
Installing SPC Over Existing Tile and Other Floors
When you can float straight over the old floor, and when you need to prep first.
Installation Guide
Underlayment for SPC: When You Need It and When You Don't
The short answer is 'often not' — but the subfloor and the product decide.
Installation Guide
Installing SPC Flooring on Stairs
The one spot where the floating floor rulebook goes out the window.
Application Guide
Underfloor Heating With SPC Flooring
Rigid SPC pairs well with underfloor heating when you follow a few rules. Here's the best-practice setup, start to finish.
Maintenance Guide
How to Clean & Maintain SPC Flooring
A simple routine to keep a waterproof SPC floor looking new — no special products, no fuss.
Maintenance Guide
How to Remove Scratches From SPC Flooring
Most marks lift out with a light touch. Here's how to tell a buffable scuff from a gouge, and fix each the right way.
Maintenance Guide
Why Is My SPC Floor Lifting?
Lifting, peaking, and gapping almost always trace back to the install or the room, not the plank. Here's how to diagnose and fix it.
Maintenance Guide
Does SPC Flooring Fade in Sunlight?
SPC resists UV far better than most floors, but strong sun still needs a little management. Here's how to keep colour even.
Installation Guide
Click vs Glue-Down Flooring
Two ways to put down the same plank, with very different trade-offs in speed, repairs and cost.
Installation Guide
Why Workmanship Makes or Breaks SPC Flooring
The board is only half the job. The hands laying it are the other half.
Buyer's Guide
How to Choose a Good Flooring Installer
The plank is bought. Now find the pair of hands that will not waste it.
Installation Guide
DIY vs Professional Flooring Installation
Some floors you can lay on a Saturday. Some you really should not.
Health & Sustainability
VOCs, FloorScore, recyclability and the honest environmental picture.
Sourcing & Manufacturing
For brands, importers and distributors — OEM, private label, wholesale and export from Turkey.
From the Factory
How SPC Flooring Is Made
From limestone powder to a finished click plank — the production process explained by a manufacturer that runs it every day.
From the Factory
SPC Flooring Quality Control
Quality is not inspected in at the end — it is controlled at every stage. Here is what factory QC actually checks before your order ships.
From the Factory
How Flooring Designs Are Created
Before a plank is pressed, a design is born. Here is how a piece of oak becomes a decor film — and how texture learns to follow the print.
Sourcing Guide
SPC Flooring Supplier for Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is building at a pace few markets can match. Here is how to source certified SPC flooring for the Kingdom — at volume, on time.
Sourcing Guide
SPC Flooring Supplier for the Netherlands
With Rotterdam as Europe's largest port, the Netherlands is a natural gateway for flooring imports. Here is how Dutch and Benelux buyers source SPC.
Sourcing Guide
SPC Flooring Supplier for Spain
From coastal apartments to hotel renovations, Spain buys a lot of resilient flooring. Here is how Spanish buyers source certified SPC at volume.
Sourcing Guide
SPC Flooring Supplier for Poland
Poland is one of Europe's most active construction and renovation markets. Here is how Polish distributors and contractors source certified SPC.
Sourcing Guide
SPC Flooring Supplier for Canada
Canadian distributors and contractors need floors that ship reliably, clear customs cleanly and hold up to a hard climate. Here is how to source them.
Sourcing Guide
SPC Flooring Supplier for the UAE
Dubai and the wider UAE are among the busiest flooring markets in the region. Here is how to source certified SPC at volume — and why Türkiye is close by.
Sourcing Guide
SPC Flooring Supplier for France
French distributors and retailers work to strict EU compliance. Here is how to source CE-documented SPC flooring — and why Türkiye keeps it close.
Sourcing Guide
Best SPC Flooring Manufacturers in Turkey
There is no single 'best' factory for every buyer — but there is a clear set of criteria that separates a genuine top manufacturer from a reseller. Here is how to shortlist.
Sourcing Guide
Is Turkey Good for Sourcing SPC Flooring?
For many buyers, yes — and for specific, verifiable reasons. Here is the evidence behind sourcing SPC flooring from Türkiye.
Buyer's Guide
How to Choose an SPC Flooring Supplier
What to look for in an SPC flooring manufacturer — certifications, performance, and partnership terms.
Manufacturing Guide
Private Label & OEM SPC Flooring Manufacturing in Turkey
How to build your own flooring brand with a certified Turkish manufacturer — from specification to worldwide export.
Import Guide
How to Import SPC Flooring from Turkey
From first enquiry to delivered order — how sourcing waterproof SPC flooring from a Gaziantep manufacturer works.
Sourcing Guide
Sourcing SPC Flooring: Turkey vs China
How Türkiye compares as a manufacturing origin for waterproof SPC and LVT flooring.
Wholesale Guide
Wholesale SPC & LVT Flooring Supplier
Bulk supply and distribution partnerships for dealers, distributors and contractors worldwide.
Manufacturing Guide
Custom SPC & LVT Flooring: Colours, Sizes & Textures
Bespoke waterproof flooring engineered to your specification — colour, texture and dimension.
Manufacturer Guide
SPC & LVT Flooring Manufacturer & Exporter in Turkey
Why Türkiye — and MILAT Floor in Gaziantep — is a serious source for certified waterproof flooring.
Market Guide
SPC & LVT Flooring Supplier for Europe
CE-compliant, certified waterproof flooring for European distributors, retailers and projects.
Market Guide
SPC & LVT Flooring Supplier for the USA
FloorScore-certified SPC and LVT, exported from Türkiye for US importers and brands.
Market Guide
SPC & LVT Flooring Supplier for the Middle East
Waterproof, hospitality-grade flooring shipped from Türkiye to the Gulf and North Africa.
Buyer's Guide
How to Become a Flooring Distributor
A step-by-step path from picking a supplier to moving your first containers.
Sourcing Guide
The Turkish Flooring Industry: A Sourcing Overview
Why buyers from Europe to the Gulf increasingly source rigid vinyl flooring from Türkiye.
Market Guide
SPC & LVT Flooring Supplier for the UK
What UK importers and distributors should check before they source rigid-core flooring from Türkiye.
Market Guide
SPC & LVT Flooring Supplier for Africa
Why Türkiye is a practical sourcing base for distributors and projects across North and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Market Guide
SPC & LVT Flooring Supplier for Australia
For Australian importers weighing a Turkish manufacturer on quality and certification rather than distance.
Sourcing Guide
Sourcing SPC Flooring: Turkey vs Vietnam
A fair look at two credible origins for buyers deciding where to place SPC orders.
Market Guide
SPC & LVT Flooring Supplier for Germany
What German importers and distributors look for, and how MILAT lines up against it.
Sourcing Guide
Flooring Manufacturers in Turkey: Buyer's Guide
What international buyers should look for when sourcing SPC and LVT flooring from Turkey.
Sourcing Guide
Gaziantep: Turkey's Flooring Manufacturing Hub
How a carpet city became the address buyers use for SPC and LVT.
Sourcing Guide
Made in Turkey Flooring: What Buyers Should Know
Reading the origin label: what Turkish production actually tells you about the floor.
Buyers & Trade
For buyers sourcing a manufacturer — finding, vetting, sampling and ordering SPC flooring at volume.
Buyers & Trade
How to Audit a Flooring Factory
An hour inside a factory tells you more than a hundred emails. Here is what experienced buyers look at — and what they walk away from.
Buyers & Trade
White Label Flooring
Sell flooring under your own name without building a factory. Here is how white label works, what it costs you to control, and how to start.
Buyers & Trade
Sourcing Agent vs Factory Direct
An agent promises local knowledge; a factory promises control. Here is an honest comparison of the two ways to buy flooring abroad.
Buyers & Trade
Exclusive Flooring Distribution
Exclusivity can build a business — or lock you into targets you cannot hit. Here is how exclusive distribution works and what to negotiate.
Buyers & Trade
Specifying SPC Flooring
A flooring specification stands or falls on its clauses. Here is what architects, designers and QS teams should write into an SPC spec.
Buyers & Trade
Flooring Trade Shows
A trade fair puts hundreds of flooring suppliers in one hall. Here is how buyers turn two days of stands into a shortlist worth having.
Buyers & Trade
Cheapest Country to Import SPC Flooring From
The lowest factory price and the lowest real cost are rarely the same number. Here is how the sourcing origins actually compare.
Buyer's Guide
How to Find a Reliable SPC Flooring Manufacturer
Where to look, how to shortlist, and how to separate real factories from resellers.
Buyer's Guide
Questions to Ask an SPC Flooring Manufacturer
The checklist that separates a good supplier from an expensive mistake.
Buyer's Guide
Flooring Supplier Red Flags to Watch For
How to spot a weak or dishonest flooring supplier before the deposit leaves your account.
Buyer's Guide
How to Buy SPC Flooring Wholesale
The bulk-buying process, from first enquiry to receiving the container.
Buyer's Guide
How to Request SPC Flooring Samples
The cheapest insurance in the whole sourcing process.
Buyer's Guide
SPC Flooring Factory Direct: Skip the Middleman
What you gain buying straight from the plant, and what you take on.
Buyer's Guide
Flooring MOQ & Lead Times, Explained
Why manufacturers set the minimums they do — and how to plan your order around them.
Buyer's Guide
SPC Flooring for Contractors & Fit-Out Projects
What to specify and source when the floor has to survive a commercial fit-out and the handover inspection.
Buyer's Guide
SPC Flooring for Retailers & Showrooms
Building a range you can actually sell — and reorder without surprises.
Buyer's Guide
SPC Flooring for Property Developers
One durable floor, specified once, delivered consistently across every unit.
Buyer's Guide
How to Get an SPC Flooring Catalogue & Quote
What to prepare so a manufacturer can send you the right catalogue and an accurate price the first time.
Buyer's Guide
OEM vs ODM Flooring: What's the Difference?
Two sourcing models, one decision: how much of the product do you want to define yourself?
Buyer's Guide
Incoterms for Flooring Buyers: EXW, FOB, CIF
What each three-letter term actually decides on a container of SPC or LVT.
Buyer's Guide
How Much Flooring Fits in a Container?
Why an SPC container fills up by weight long before it runs out of room.
Buyer's Guide
Importing Flooring: Duties, Customs & Documents
The paperwork and process that gets a container of SPC through your border.
Buyer's Guide
Flooring Import Payment Terms Explained
How money moves on a flooring order, and how to keep your first one safe.
Buyer's Guide
How to Inspect a Flooring Shipment on Arrival
The checks to run before you sign, and what to do if something is wrong.
Buyer's Guide
What to Check Before You Buy SPC Flooring
A short, honest checklist from the factory floor — so the floor you buy is the floor you keep.
For Brands & Distributors
Source or manufacture SPC flooring from Turkey
MILAT Floor manufactures SPC and LVT flooring in Gaziantep — OEM & private label, wholesale, custom production and worldwide export. Explore the manufacturer hub or talk to our team.
FAQ
Quick answers
What is SPC flooring?
SPC (Stone Plastic Composite) is a rigid-core, 100% waterproof vinyl flooring. See our guide 'What Is SPC Flooring?' for the full breakdown.
What is the difference between SPC and LVT?
SPC has a rigid stone-composite core, while traditional LVT is more flexible. Read 'SPC vs LVT Flooring' for a side-by-side comparison.
Can I manufacture flooring under my own brand in Turkey?
Yes. MILAT Floor offers OEM and private label manufacturing. See the 'Sourcing & Manufacturing' guides for how it works.
Is SPC flooring suitable for bathrooms and commercial spaces?
Yes — its 100% waterproof core suits wet rooms, and its AC5 wear rating suits heavy commercial traffic. See the Applications guides.