LVT / Glue-down installation

Dryback LVT flooring

Build a glue-down LVT range for the installation channel you serve. Specify the flexible plank or tile, approved adhesive approach and prepared subfloor as one commercial offer.

Product details Build a product brief

Large pale limestone-look LVT floor tiles with narrow joints in a contemporary commercial reception — Generated LVT finish reference · construction and installation specified separately

Product knowledge01 / Understand

Adhesive-bonded planks and tiles

Dryback LVT is bonded to a suitably prepared subfloor with the adhesive specified for the product and application. Glue-down and gluedown are common names for this installation route. It differs from a floating click floor and needs its own installation guidance.

Plank and tile formats allow wood- and stone-look collections, coordinated laying patterns and project layouts. The pattern, edge treatment, dimensions and approved colour standard should be reviewed together before sampling and pack artwork are finalised.

A buying brief should identify total thickness, wear layer, surface treatment, dimensional stability, intended use and packing coverage. Site conditions, moisture assessment, subfloor preparation and the adhesive system remain part of the installation specification.

One product route, clear terminology

Use dryback and glue-down consistently in quotations, carton copy and fitting instructions so that buyers understand the installation method.

Product and adhesive compatibility

Match the flooring to the intended use, prepared base and approved adhesive guidance. Product-specific instructions define the preparation and curing requirements.

The buying decision02 / Specify

Build the specification

A comparable quotation needs a defined product, application and destination market. Agree these decisions before approving the range.

Prepare your specification

Dryback LVT flooring: commercial specification
Decision	What to define
Board specification	Total thickness, wear layer, decorative layer, backing and approved surface treatment.
Format and pattern	Plank or tile dimensions, edge detail, colour standard and planned laying patterns.
Installation	Prepared subfloor, moisture assessment, adhesive guidance and site conditions.
Commercial documentation	Intended use, supporting tests, fitting instructions and private-label artwork.
Packing	Coverage per carton, batch identification, pallet layout and agreed delivery basis.

Before you order

Buying questions

Does dryback mean a floor can be laid without adhesive?

No. Dryback LVT uses an adhesive-bonded installation method. It should not be confused with loose-lay products or a floating click system.

Can dryback LVT be supplied as wood-look planks?

Yes. Luxury vinyl flooring is supplied in both plank and tile formats. The selected decor, dimensions, edge detail and laying pattern belong in the range specification.

Can the same adhesive be used for every LVT product?

Follow the selected product’s installation guidance. The adhesive choice depends on the flooring, subfloor, site conditions and intended application.