Non Vinyl Plank Flooring is the next generation resilient flooring product for the floor covering industry. With increasing trend to phase out PVC applications in flooring, many leading manufacturers are already working towards developing PVC alternative resilient flooring products.
For polymer based resilient flooring, there are currently two type of polymers that are more prominent. One is polypropylene (PP) plastic, and another one is polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic. As the flooring market still has a preference for vinyl based resilient flooring, either PP or PET based LVT or SPC has significantly dominated the market share, however it does not impact manufacturers’ strategic direction for PVC alternative flooring solutions.
Here in this article, we will explore some of the leading innovators and developments in non vinyl plank flooring.
Leaders in PET Based LVT / SPC
Zhejiang Tianzhen Technology
As a leading manufacturer in luxury vinyl floorings, Tianzhen is among the top 3 resilient flooring exporters in terms of volume. They are considered a backbone supplier for many leading flooring brands. As one of the largest supplier in both China and Vietnam, they were also influenced from the Uyghur Forced Labor Protection Act (UFLPA) impact since 2023. An act which requires both manufacturers brands to have more transparent supply chain traceability. From the last observation from Tianzhen’s official website, there is a new flooring product launch associated with rPET resilient flooring.
Jiangsu Zhengyong Flooring
Jiangsu Zhengyong Flooring, also known as Z-Young Flooring is a world class manufacturer with production plants across China, Vietnam, Thailand and other locations. While they are not among the top 3 resilient flooring manufacturers, their capacity are still ranked one of the top 15 suppliers in the category.
Zhejiang Kingdom Floors
Kingdom Floors is one of the very renowned Chinese supplier in European markets . The business has employed local sales across different European regions and are actively promoting their flooring products locally. As a well know market leader, Kingdom has established themselves as a pioneer supplier following ESG and sustability innovations. Their digital printing technology for PET flooring contribute positively to PVC alternative flooring with wide range of designs.
Leaders in PP Based LVT / SPC
M.J. International Group
When it comes to luxury vinyl floorings, there is no other manufactures that has longer production history in Asia compared to MJ International Taiwan. They are the first manufacturer and producer of luxury vinyl tiles across Asia. MJ has a vision to be a world leader in LVT and SPC manufacturing, their on-going investments and implementation for world class management system has taken them to the next level of quality and innovation. More than just an ordinary non vinyl plank flooring manufacturer, MJ also work with other natural composition to deliver innovative products such as Rice SPC Flooring made from rice husk core.
Zhejiang Halead Flooring
Halead Flooring is a spin off from the Halead Group. The colmograte group has various of business unit focusing from Polyester Yarn, Plastic Films, and to Flooring. As one of the pioneer in PP Flooring development, Halead has introduced their PP-LVT products into the European markets. A proven success in market demand and PVC free trend.
Sichuan Hengdi Floor
Hengdi Floor China is a newly established flooring manufacturer in Sichuan China. As a very flexible and agile manufacturer, Hengdi is actively working on new innovation flooring developments. Their latest flooring R&D includes polypropylene based LVT, polypropylene based SPC, Loose Lay Grip Flooring, and Laminate like scratch resistance surface for LVT and SPC.
