Pet-Friendly Flooring

Waterproof vinyl handles pet accidents without absorbing moisture, the 20-mil wear layer resists scratches from claws better than most laminate finishes, and the floating click-lock install allows individual planks to be replaced if heavily damaged.

The 20-mil ceramic-enhanced urethane wear layer on all our vinyl is harder than typical laminate finishes and resists most claw scratching from normal household pets. Keep nails trimmed for best long-term appearance, and place rugs at heavy-use spots like food bowls.

Wipe it up. The plank surface and seams are waterproof; accidents do not soak in. Use a vinyl-safe cleaner for stain removal. Unlike hardwood or carpet, there's no risk of warping or odor retention from pet accidents.

SPC's rigid stone-polymer core is more dent-resistant under heavy point-loads like large furniture or dropped objects. WPC's softer core can mark from very heavy point-loads. For most households with pets, either works; SPC is the safer choice for very large dogs or active homes.

Hardwood is less ideal for very active pets. If hardwood is preferred, choose harder species (American Hickory in Westvale or Hudson is hardest in the program) and place rugs at high-traffic pet areas. Be prepared to refresh the finish more often.

Place a waterproof mat under food and water bowls to catch spills and protect against constant moisture exposure. Even with waterproof flooring, prolonged moisture in a single spot can find its way to the subfloor over years.

Vinyl has more grip than hardwood for most pets. The matte embossed texture used across the program provides traction. For very young, elderly, or hip-affected pets, area rugs in main living spaces help.

Sweep or vacuum (without a beater bar) regularly to remove hair. Damp-mop with a vinyl-safe cleaner for deeper cleaning. Avoid harsh detergents and steam mops. For accidents, immediate wipe-up plus a vinyl-safe cleaner handles everything.

Yes, and it's actually a good choice. The waterproof surface handles inevitable accidents and is easy to clean, while the floor floats over the subfloor so individual planks can be replaced if damaged.

Optional. Many pet-owning homes go without rugs because cleaning vinyl is so easy. If you use rugs, choose rug pads designed for vinyl (avoid rubber backing that can stain vinyl over time).