Aurra Loose Lay Vinyl Plank
Most floors are permanent once they go down. If a plank is damaged, or you need to reach what is under the floor, the repair is rarely simple. The Aurra collection is built differently. It is a loose lay luxury vinyl plank, a heavy, dimensionally stable vinyl that can be installed without adhesive, held in place by its own weight and a friction-grip backing, or glued down when a project calls for it. Each plank measures 7 by 48 inches at 5mm thick, with a 20 mil commercial-grade wear layer, a ceramic bead urethane finish, and a deep wood grain matte texture. Explore the full luxury vinyl plank range to see where Aurra sits.
In simple terms: Aurra is a 100% waterproof floor that installs flexibly and lets individual planks be lifted and replaced. See the full range in person at our Mississauga and Barrie showrooms, or search loose lay vinyl plank near me to start your project.
What loose lay vinyl means
Aurra is a loose lay luxury vinyl plank. Loose lay is a distinct category of vinyl, separate from both click-together SPC and permanently bonded glue-down. The planks are heavy and dimensionally stable, with a friction-grip backing, so in many rooms they can be installed with no adhesive at all, held flat by their own weight. They can also be glued down when a project calls for it. A loose lay floor installs quickly with no adhesive fumes or curing time, and because individual planks are not bonded, a damaged plank can be lifted and replaced, and the floor can be taken up to reach what is underneath. That makes Aurra well suited to rooms with floor access panels, rental units, and spaces you may want to reconfigure later. For best results it is worth having our in-house vinyl installation team assess the subfloor first. One honest note: loose lay performs best over a clean, flat, smooth subfloor.
Decision line: choose Aurra when easy installation, future access, and simple plank-level repair matter to you.
100% waterproof, and what that actually covers
Aurra carries a 100% waterproof rating. The vinyl plank does not absorb water or swell, so spills, mopping, humidity, and damp conditions will not damage it, and the floor suits kitchens, entryways, laundry rooms, and basements. One honest clarification, covered in our guide on whether flooring is truly waterproof: a waterproof plank is not the same as a waterproof installation. A loose lay floor has seams between planks, and when planks are installed without adhesive, water can travel through those seams to the subfloor more readily than with a fully bonded floor. For everyday spills and humidity Aurra is well suited; in wet-prone rooms a glue-down installation is the more secure choice, and for a shower pan a sealed tile system with a waterproofing membrane remains correct.
What the 20 mil wear layer and warranty tell you
The wear layer is the clear coating that absorbs surface abrasion, and it is the most important durability figure on any vinyl plank. Aurra carries a 20 mil wear layer, a genuinely commercial-grade thickness well above the 12 mil layers common on residential-focused vinyl. The surface is finished with a ceramic bead urethane coating and is rated scratch, dent, and stain resistant. That durability is reflected in the warranty: a limited lifetime residential warranty and a 20-year commercial warranty. Because individual planks lift out easily, Aurra also suits below-grade spaces where future access can matter; our guide to the best flooring for a Toronto basement is a useful next step.
Aurra Collection FAQs
Is Aurra waterproof?
Yes. Aurra is rated 100% waterproof. The vinyl plank does not absorb water or swell, so spills, mopping, and humidity will not damage it. Note that a waterproof plank is not a waterproof installation. In wet-prone rooms a glue-down installation is more secure, and a shower pan still needs a sealed system with a separate waterproofing membrane.
What is loose lay vinyl flooring?
Loose lay is a category of vinyl plank that is heavy and dimensionally stable enough to be installed without adhesive, held in place by its own weight and a friction-grip backing. It can also be glued down. Because the planks are not bonded, the floor installs quickly and individual planks can be lifted out later.
Can Aurra be installed without glue?
Yes. In most rooms Aurra can be installed loose, gripped by its own weight and friction backing with no adhesive. For very large areas or floors with heavy rolling loads, a perimeter bond or full glue-down is recommended for added stability.
Can a damaged Aurra plank be replaced?
Yes, and this is one of the main advantages of loose lay. Because the planks are not permanently bonded, a damaged plank can be lifted out and swapped for a new one without disturbing the surrounding floor, which is far simpler than repairing a glued or click-locked floor.
What kind of subfloor does Aurra need?
A clean, flat, and smooth subfloor. Loose lay vinyl performs best over a sound, even surface, so bumps, dips, or debris should be addressed before installation. A smooth subfloor also helps the friction-grip backing hold the planks in place.
Where can I see the Aurra collection in person?
Aurra is available at both Squarefoot Flooring showrooms: 700 Dundas St E in Mississauga and 112 Saunders Rd in Barrie. Visiting in person lets you compare the full range of finishes under real lighting.
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