Luxury vinyl flooring over radiant heat: Is it possible?

Luxury vinyl flooring over radiant heat: Is it possible?

Yes, it is! Vinyl plank flooring (LVP) is considered one of the best options for this type of heat. So, is luxury vinyl tile (LVT). Both are forms of luxury vinyl flooring.

What is radiant heat?


Also called "underfloor heating," this supplies warmth directly to the floor. That's opposed to original heating methods where the air circulates, rises to the top, then falls to the cold floor. 

Radiant heating is considered one of the most energy-efficient methods. The original method, where the air circulates, requires the heating system to turn on more often. 

What to know before your flooring installation


Check with manufacturer instructions on proceeding with luxury vinyl flooring. There can be different installation methods.

  1. Be aware that extreme heat can damage LVP and LVT flooring. 
  2. Consider a Smart Thermostat where you can adjust the temperature in each room. This is as opposed to using heating that distributes the same temperature throughout.

About luxury vinyl flooring


If you haven’t seen it yet, come into our showroom to be gorgeous wood, stone, and tile echoes. They include Courtier (wood look) by Hallmark Floors or Triversa Prime Carrara (marble look) by Congoleum.

The floors have depth, dimension, and textured looks. Rather than sheets, Your LVT or LVP flooring in Beaufort, SC, is cut into long planks or square tile-sized pieces.

Luxury vinyl flooring is also durable, waterproof, and low maintenance. Installation is fast and uncomplicated and can be installed via the glue-down, floating floor, or Loose Lay method.

Visit our flooring store today


Southern Carpet Warehouse, a local, family-owned company, has over 20 years of experience. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff will stay with you throughout the entire luxury vinyl flooring (or another surface) process.

The area's largest stocking dealer, we constantly update on national and regional trends. Visit our showroom in Beaufort, SC. We work with homeowners and businesses in Beaufort, Laurel Bay, Saint Helena Island, Port Royal, Parris Island, Bluffton, Fripp Island, Okatie, and Hilton Head Island, SC.