What is Karndean DesignFlooring?

Many people may be new to the world of luxury vinyl flooring or LVT (see below), or possibly you have heard of Karndean Flooring but are unsure exactly what this type of vinyl floor actually represents? Below is an simple explanation for the above question: 

Karndean is a vinyl flooring product made primarily from calcium carbonate (limestone), polyvinyl chloride and pigments. It is structured with five layers – two PVC backing layers, one high definition photographic layer, one clear PVC embossed wear layer and a top polyurethane (PU) protective coating. For more information on how Karndean products are made, you can view their Environmental Product Declaration by following the link at the bottom of this page.

Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)
LVT is an industry term, not a standard, for vinyl that realistically mimics the appearance of natural materials with an added layer to improve wear and performance. The extra layer of protection is usually a heavy film covered with a UV-cured urethane that makes it scuff, stain and scratch resistant.

http://www.karndean.com/en-gb/commercial-flooring/tools-and-resources/specification-tools/environmental-commitment/enivronmental-product-declaration