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The Surface Laboratory

At The Surface Lab – we introduce the very latest in flooring options for you to make a house a home with minimum effort. Gone are the days where vinyl tiles are the only man-made options for flooring — today you can enjoy a whole host of additional functionalities thanks to some truly smart materials. Our job is to introduce you to their unique properties and assist you with understanding each option. Let’s work together to take the hard work out of making your final choice.

We are homeowners just like you, so we made sure to combine what really matters into all that we offer. We focus on finding flooring options that enrich your decor and make you feel at home from the moment you walk through the door. We factor in cost, durability and ease of fitting; not to mention how quick and easy cleaning will be with any choice of our flooring. We want to make sure our products are made with a family lifestyle in mind and provide the finishing touch that makes all the difference.

With the experts in the complex world of composite materials on your side, you can take your pick from an ever-expanding range of finishes, colors and designs with ease. We’ll break down your options, highlight the key features you need to be aware of, and connect you with everything you need to upgrade your home in style. When it’s time to treat yourself to the best, we believe you should not settle for anything less.

Stone Polymer Composite (SPC)​

Stone Polymer Composite has quickly become the fastest growing option when it comes to flooring and countertops, and for good reason! The unique structure of the material increases durability, enhances the finish and provides a green, eco-friendly material that reduces the environmental impact of even the most in-depth renovation.

By combining a proven mixture of PVC, limestone powder and stabilizers, SPC floors deliver an option that’s both waterproof and resistant to repeated impacts. This makes them ideal for hardwearing flooring options in places like the bathroom, garage or basement where you want your flooring to stand the tests of time and always look as good as new.

To help make a house a home, this fire resistant flooring option is also hypo allergenic and quick to clean for a floor that’s easy to maintain. And for the perfect finishing touch, a color film is used to print on the design and color of choice before a wear layer is applied. This ensures scratches and stains are a thing of the past while also making sure that it never fades under continuous light exposure. Ideal when you want a durable flooring option that’s also versatile enough to seamlessly cover over the defects in your existing flooring.

SPC construction

UV Protection
Easy to clean surface that
prevents discoloration.

QXT Wear Layer
Industry leading protection
against scratches, dents, and stains
bolstered by real diamonds.

Decorative Layer
High definition natural wood
color with realistic wood texture.

Water Core
4.5mm engineered stone plastic composite
with 2200 PSI indent resistance.

Sound Absorbing Pad
1mm IXPE pad provides sound reduction, warmth,
and added comfort.

QUANTUM X™ WEAR LAYER

A coveted symbol of beauty and longevity, diamonds are one of nature’s hardest surfaces. With their unrivaled strength, real diamonds are the key ingredient in our Quantum X™ Technology, which results in unparalleled protection for our floors.The double UV Fade coating ensures the product is flame-resistant, stain resistant, scratch resistant, and indent resistant so your floor stays looking as good as it did when it was installed.

MEASURING SCRATCH
RESISTANCE

The Mohs scale of mineral hardness rates the scratch resistance of various minerals. While many flooring products utilize materials such as Aluminum Oxide, Quartz, and Ceramic Beads for durability, Diamonds dwarf those elements on the Mohs scale.

CLIMATEGUARD™ RESISTANCE

Unlike other flooring products, whose suggested temperature range should be between 55º F to 100º F, V-EVO series flooring is ideal for environments that experience seasonal temperature fluctuations, such as new construction projects, log cabins, and covered patios. With the ability to withstand frigid temperatures as low as -17º F up to scorching highs of 176º F, V-EVO flooring will guard against extreme temperature fluctuation in any sensitive environment.

AUTHENTEX™ FINISH

Our AuthenTex™ Finish combines high definition imagery with an Embossed in Register to expertly recreate the look and feel of natural hardwood.

Unlike many flooring products that are manufactured with random or no embossing, AuthenTex™ perfectly traces the wood grain to create indentation where needed and provides a stunningly realistic finish.

Unlike smooth floors that lack embossing, the AuthenTex™ finish also provides a level of slip resistance for added safety, as the textured surface is easier to traverse. By combining the timeless look of classic high-end hardwood with the benefits of modern flooring, the result is a surface that feels as luxurious as it looks.

FIRE RESISTANT

Resistant to fire damage and won’t assist the spread of fires.

INDENT RESISTANT

The durable wear layer on our floors protects against indentations, and scratches, as well as stains, and discoloration.

WATERPROOF

Our floors are completely resistant to water and moisture, and won’t swell, peel or buckle when exposed.

PET FRIENDLY

With protection against accidents, stains, and scratches, no four-legged friend will end up “in the doghouse”.

easy installation

Our simple click locking system makes installation a breeze.

Breathe Easy

Our products are manufactured to LEED and FloorScore standards for Indoor Air Quality and are certified to be free of VOC emissions.

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are a large group of chemicals found in many products used to build and maintain homes and are then released into the indoor air we breathe.

With Durato flooring in your space, you can Breathe Easy, knowing VOCs are no concern.

Breathe Easy

Our products are manufactured to LEED and FloorScore standards for Indoor Air Quality and are certified to be free of VOC emissions.

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are a large group of chemicals found in many products used to build and maintain homes and are then released into the indoor air we breathe.

With Durato flooring in your space, you can Breathe Easy, knowing VOCs are no concern.

COMPARE & CONTRAST

  • Panzu
  • Azul Tortuga
  • V-EVO Max
  • V-EVO XL
Feature PanzuAzul TortugaV-EVO MaxV-EVO XL
Feature
SPC
Quantum X™ Wear Layer?
ClimateGuard™ ?
AuthenTex™ Finish?
Waterproof?
Fire Resistant?
Pet Friendly?
Indent Resistant
Anti-Microbial?
Zero VOCs?
Extra Large Planks?
Overall Thickness4.7mm5.0mm7.0mm7.0mm
Wear Layers12mil20mil20mil20mil
Limited Residential WarrantyLifetimeLifetimeLifetimeLifetime
Limited Commercial Warranty5 Year10 Year10 Year10 Year
  • Panzu
  • Azul Tortuga
Feature PanzuAzul Tortuga
Feature
SPC
Quantum X™ Wear Layer?
ClimateGuard™ ?
AuthenTex™ Finish?
Waterproof?
Fire Resistant?
Pet Friendly?
Indent Resistant
Anti-Microbial?
Zero VOCs?
Extra Large Planks?
Overall Thickness4.7mm5.0mm
Wear Layers12mil20mil
Limited Residential WarrantyLifetimeLifetime
Limited Commercial Warranty5 Year10 Year
  • V-EVO Max
  • V-EVO XL
Feature V-EVO MaxV-EVO XL
Feature
SPC
Quantum X™ Wear Layer?
ClimateGuard™ ?
AuthenTex™ Finish?
Waterproof?
Fire Resistant?
Pet Friendly?
Indent Resistant
Anti-Microbial?
Zero VOCs?
Extra Large Planks?
Overall Thickness7.0mm7.0mm
Wear Layers20mil20mil
Limited Residential WarrantyLifetimeLifetime
Limited Commercial Warranty10 Year10 Year