--- title: "SPC vs. PVC Vinyl Flooring in Kathmandu: Which Is Best for Your Home?" description: Want to upgrade your floor in Kathmandu? Learn the difference between SPC and PVC vinyl flooring to find the best waterproof and warm option for your home. image: https://maplefurnishing.com.np/hubfs/Living%20Room%20Wooden%20Flooring%20PVC.jpeg --- [![Logo of Maple Furnishing House located at Baluwatar Chowk, Kathmandu](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/maple-furnishing-house-logo.png?width=350&height=65&name=maple-furnishing-house-logo.png "Logo of Maple Furnishing House located at Baluwatar Chowk, Kathmandu")](https://maplefurnishing.com.np) [![Logo of Maple Furnishing House located at Baluwatar Chowk, Kathmandu](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/maple-furnishing-house-logo.png?width=350&height=65&name=maple-furnishing-house-logo.png "Logo of Maple Furnishing House located at Baluwatar Chowk, Kathmandu")](https://maplefurnishing.com.np) - [Home](https://maplefurnishing.com.np#home) - [Products](https://maplefurnishing.com.np#products) - [Brands](https://maplefurnishing.com.np#brands) - [Blog](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog) - [Company](https://maplefurnishing.com.np#company) [Contact Us](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/contact-us) [Contact Us](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/contact-us) # SPC vs. PVC Vinyl Flooring in Kathmandu: Which Is Best for Your Home? August 27, 2026 [Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/author/maple-furnishing-house) [Home Furnishing](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/home-furnishing), [Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/maple-furnishing-house), [Flooring](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/flooring) *Written by [Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/). Helping Kathmandu Valley homeowners transform their spaces for 20+ years.* For a long time, cold tiles and marble were the only choices for homes in Kathmandu. But walking on cold tiles during winter mornings is very uncomfortable. On the other hand, real wooden parquet easily gets scratched, is expensive to fix, and gets damaged by dampness (seepage) during the monsoon season. That is why modern artificial wooden floors like **SPC** and **PVC Vinyl Flooring** are now the top choice for apartments, houses, and offices in Kathmandu. If you want to change your floors, here is everything you need to know in simple terms. ## 1. SPC Flooring (Stone Plastic Composite) SPC is currently the strongest and most durable modern flooring available. It is made by mixing natural limestone powder with plastic. This makes the inside hard like a stone, but the top looks exactly like beautiful real wood. - **100% Waterproof:** Unlike real wood, SPC will not swell or get ruined by water leaks or heavy monsoon dampness. - **Does Not Scratch or Dent Easily:** Because the core is hard, heavy furniture legs or high heels will not leave marks on it. - **Easy "Click" Installation:** SPC uses a lock-and-click system. This means it fits together perfectly without messy glue. We can even install it directly on top of your old flat tiles or smooth cement. - **Best For:** Master bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, and busy office spaces. ## 2. PVC Vinyl Flooring (Planks & Rolls) PVC flooring is a softer, flexible option made from vinyl material. It is available as wooden-style planks or big rolls that are glued directly to your floor. - **Very Affordable:** If you want the beautiful look of wooden floors but have a strict budget, PVC vinyl is the best and most affordable choice. - **Soft and Warm:** Because it is made of flexible material, it is softer to walk on and keeps your feet warm during Kathmandu's cold winters. - **Fast Fitting:** It can be pasted to the floor very quickly, transforming a room in just a few hours. - **Best For:** Rental flats, children's playrooms, low-budget renovations, and dry rooms. ## Quick Comparison | **Feature** | **SPC Flooring** | **PVC Vinyl Flooring** | **Normal Wooden Laminate** | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | **Waterproof?** | 100% Yes | Yes (Water-Resistant) | No (Can swell with water) | | **Warm in Winter?** | Yes, very warm | Yes, very warm | Yes, warm | | **Strength / Hardness** | Hard like stone | Soft and flexible | Medium (Compressed wood) | | **How it is Fitted** | Locks together (No Glue) | Glued to the floor | Locks together | ## Why These Floors Are Perfect for the Kathmandu Weather When choosing flooring in Nepal, we have to think about two big weather problems: ### 1. Freezing Winter Floors Normal tiles absorb the cold from the ground, making your house freezing in the winter. Both SPC and PVC floors block the cold from below. They keep your rooms much warmer, which means you don't have to keep your electric heaters running all day. ### 2. Monsoon Ground Dampness (Seepage) In ground-floor flats or older brick houses, water seepage coming up from the ground can ruin normal wooden floors very quickly. Because SPC has a stone-plastic core, it never gets moldy or damaged by ground water. ## Get the Best Flooring Service at Maple Furnishing House For any floor to look good and last a long time, the base must be prepared properly. At Maple Furnishing House, we take care of everything from start to finish: - **See and Feel the Real Thing:** Visit our showroom to look at different wooden colors and designs to see what matches your walls. - **Free Room Measurement:** Our team will visit your house to check your floors and measure exactly how much material you need, so you don't waste any money. - **Clean and Fast Fitting:** Our expert workers will install your new floor quickly and neatly, adding matching borders (skirting) to the walls for a perfect finish. ## Ready to Upgrade Your Floors? Change your cold tiles into beautiful, warm wooden floors today. - **Showroom Location:** Baluwatar Chowk, Thirbam Sadak, Kathmandu 44600 - **Call / WhatsApp:** [+977-9801016400](tel:+9779801016400) - **Email:** [maplefurnishing@gmail.com](mailto:maplefurnishing@gmail.com) ## **Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)** ### **Q. Is SPC flooring waterproof?** Yes, SPC flooring is 100% waterproof and will not swell or get ruined by water leaks or heavy monsoon dampness, unlike real wood. ### **Q. Which is more affordable, SPC or PVC vinyl flooring?** PVC vinyl flooring is the more affordable option, making it a good choice for a strict budget while still giving the look of wooden floors. ### **Q. Do SPC and PVC flooring keep rooms warm in winter?** Yes, both SPC and PVC flooring block cold from the ground and keep rooms warmer than normal tiles, reducing how much you need to run electric heaters in winter. ### **Q. Can SPC flooring be installed directly over old tiles?** Yes, SPC flooring uses a lock-and-click installation system that fits together without glue and can be installed directly on top of old flat tiles or smooth cement. ### **Q. Is SPC or PVC flooring better for ground-floor flats with damp problems?** SPC flooring is better for ground-floor flats or older brick houses with water seepage, since its stone-plastic core never gets moldy or damaged by ground moisture. *👉 **Ready to transform your space?** [Contact us](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/#footer) today to book a free on-site measurement and consultation in the Kathmandu Valley.* --- [Home Furnishing](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/home-furnishing) [Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/maple-furnishing-house) [Flooring](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/flooring) - [Follow us on Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/spc-vs-pvc-vinyl-flooring-kathmandu) - [Follow us on Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/spc-vs-pvc-vinyl-flooring-kathmandu&text=SPC%20vs.%20PVC%20Vinyl%20Flooring%20in%20Kathmandu:%20Which%20Is%20Best%20for%20Your%20Home) - [Follow us on Linkedin](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/spc-vs-pvc-vinyl-flooring-kathmandu) - [Follow us on Whatsapp](https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?text=https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/spc-vs-pvc-vinyl-flooring-kathmandu&type=custom_url&app_absent=0) - Follow us on Copy Copied to clipboard --- ### Leave A Reply #### Search This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ### Category - [Maple Furnishing House (8)](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/maple-furnishing-house) - [Home Furnishing (7)](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/home-furnishing) - [Flooring (3)](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/flooring) - [Curtains (2)](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/curtains) - [Mattress (2)](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/tag/mattress) #### Recent Blog August 27, 2026 [Sleepwell Mattress in Nepal: Ultimate Buying Guide](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/sleepwell-mattress-nepal-buying-guide) August 27, 2026 [Artificial Grass in Kathmandu: Turf for Homes, Offices & Sports](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/artificial-grass-turf-kathmandu) August 27, 2026 [Complete Guide to Custom Curtains in Kathmandu: Fabrics, Layer & Style](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/custom-curtains-guide-kathmandu) ###### Blog ### Related **Blog** August 31, 2026 [by Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/author/maple-furnishing-house) #### [Sleepwell Mattress in Nepal: Ultimate Buying Guide](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/sleepwell-mattress-nepal-buying-guide) August 24, 2026 [by Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/author/maple-furnishing-house) #### [Artificial Grass in Kathmandu: Turf for Homes, Offices & Sports](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/artificial-grass-turf-kathmandu) August 23, 2026 [by Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/author/maple-furnishing-house) #### [Complete Guide to Custom Curtains in Kathmandu: Fabrics, Layer & Style](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/custom-curtains-guide-kathmandu) August 23, 2026 [by Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/author/maple-furnishing-house) #### [Zebra Blinds vs. Roller Blinds: The Ultimate Guide for Kathmandu](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/zebra-vs-roller-blinds-kathmandu) August 10, 2026 [by Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/author/maple-furnishing-house) #### [The Perfect Guide to Buying a Mattress in Kathmandu: Find Your Perfect Bed](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/best-mattress-bed-kathmandu) May 01, 2026 [by Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/author/maple-furnishing-house) #### [PVC vs. Wooden Flooring: Which is the Best Choice for Your Home?](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/pvc-vs-wooden-flooring-kathmandu) May 01, 2026 [by Maple Furnishing House](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/author/maple-furnishing-house) #### [Curtains vs. Zebra Blinds : Which is Best for Your Home in Kathmandu? ](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/blog/curtains-vs-zebra-blinds-kathmandu) ## Let’s Create Spaces You **Envision** [Book a Measurement](https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=9779801016400&text=Hello%20Maple%20Furnishing) [Call Us Today](tel:+9779801016400) [![Logo of Maple Furnishing House located at Baluwatar Chowk, Kathmandu](https://maplefurnishing.com.np/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo/maple-furnishing-house-logo.png?width=819&height=153&name=maple-furnishing-house-logo.png "Logo of Maple Furnishing House located at Baluwatar Chowk, Kathmandu")](https://maplefurnishing.com.np) Serving the people of Nepal for over two decades. 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