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What is Dryback LVT?
Dryback LVT is luxury vinyl flooring with a flat, unprofiled back that is bonded directly to the subfloor using adhesive. Sleek offers dryback LVT in plank, tile and herringbone formats.
What “dryback” means
“Dryback” describes the back of the flooring. Unlike click flooring, there is no locking profile or attached underlay. Each plank, tile or herringbone block is bonded directly to a suitably prepared subfloor using flooring adhesive. Dryback LVT is therefore also commonly known as glue-down LVT.
How is dryback LVT installed?
Dryback LVT is bonded directly to a suitably prepared subfloor using flooring adhesive. Unlike a click floor, each plank, tile or herringbone block is individually positioned and bonded in place. Correct subfloor preparation is important to achieving a high-quality finished floor.
For detailed fitting requirements, refer to the Sleek Flooring installation guidance or speak to your Sleek retailer.
Dryback LVT vs SPC Click
Dryback LVT — glue down
A slim plank, tile or herringbone block bonded directly to a suitably prepared subfloor using flooring adhesive.
SPC — rigid click
A rigid plank with a 5mm core and 1mm IXPE backing — 6mm overall — installed using a click-fit system.
Within the Sleek collection, dryback LVT is available in plank, tile and herringbone formats, while our SPC range provides the rigid click-fit option.
Sleek dryback LVT at a glance
2.5mm
Total thickness
0.55mm
Wear layer
Glue‑down
Installation
25 Year
Residential warranty
20 Year
Commercial warranty
Choose your format
Sleek dryback LVT comes in three formats — each 2.5mm thick with a 0.55mm wear layer.
Where can dryback LVT be used?
Living spaces
Natural wood and stone designs for everyday living.
Kitchens
Plank and tile designs for busy family kitchens.
Bedrooms
Wood designs and natural tones for quieter interiors.
Hallways
Plank and herringbone designs that make an entrance.
Bathrooms
Plank and tile designs for a clean, contemporary finish.
Not sure which suits your room? Your local Sleek retailer will help you match the look and the format.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. “Dryback” describes the flat back of the product and “glue-down” describes how it is installed. Both terms refer to luxury vinyl that is bonded directly to the subfloor with adhesive.
Neither is better in every situation. Dryback LVT is bonded directly to a suitably prepared subfloor using flooring adhesive, while SPC is a rigid plank installed using a click-fit system. Your Sleek retailer can help you choose the right format for your project.
Yes. Sleek LVT Herringbone is a dryback (glue-down) format, supplied in 600 × 100 mm blocks.
Dryback LVT needs a sound, level and suitably prepared subfloor, because the finished floor follows the surface beneath it. For detailed subfloor requirements, refer to the Sleek Flooring installation guidance or speak to your Sleek retailer.
Dryback LVT requires careful subfloor preparation, adhesive application and accurate positioning. We recommend discussing installation with your Sleek retailer, who can advise on the appropriate installation route for your project.
