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Pale oak SPC flooring inside a glazed tropical modern interior, separated by a threshold from an exterior stone terrace
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Pavimento clic de núcleo rígido SPC

Sistema rígido para climas húmedos, renovación rápida y entrega estandarizada.

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SPC ≠ WPC · Board moisture resistance ≠ waterproof floor system
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Vista rápida

SystemsRigid click floor · interior wall panel
Designs25+ wood · stone · terrazzo · textile · concrete
FloorFloating click installation
WallApproved adhesive / mechanical fixing
StrengthMoisture · speed · coordinated interiors
BoundaryNot ordinary outdoor / unverified wet-area use
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Por qué es una oportunidad

Demanda, clima, suministro, proyecto, potencial comercial y cumplimiento se evalúan en conjunto.

SPC supports coordinated floor and interior-wall systems where projects need durable finishes, rapid refurbishment and a broad design language.

  • Rigid mineral-polymer core rather than a wood-fibre-dominant core.
  • Floating floor installation can reduce wet trades and waiting time.
  • Purpose-designed wall panels extend the same visual language vertically.
  • The opportunity is targeted—not a claim that SPC replaces tile or exterior cladding everywhere.
SPC wall-panel system in a tropical office reception
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Análisis

4/5

Demanda

UBI market assessment

4/5

Adaptación climática

UBI market assessment

5/5

Gama de diseño

UBI market assessment

4/5

Ajuste al proyecto

UBI market assessment

4/5

Potencial comercial

UBI market assessment

3/5

Complejidad normativa

Pendiente

UBI preliminary market judgement. It is not an investment-return guarantee.

04

Comparación

No material is universally superior; selection depends on exposure, substrate, programme, service life and maintenance.

SystemMoistureInstallationTypical projectKey caveat
SPCStrong board-level resistanceFast floating click installationResidential, hotel, office and retail refurbishmentHarder underfoot; substrate and heat still matter
LaminateCore quality dependentFastDry residential and light commercial interiorsWood-fibre cores may swell after moisture exposure
Ceramic tileExcellent system potential when detailedSlower wet tradeWet areas, heavy wear and long service lifeHeavier, slower refurbishment and harder replacement
WPCProduct dependentFastComfort-led interiorsSofter foamed core; not the same product as SPC
LVTStrong material resistanceGlue-down preparation can take longerLarge commercial layouts and design flexibilitySubfloor telegraphing and adhesive system matter

SPC cannot universally replace tile. Wet rooms, outdoor areas, high-temperature zones and heavy loads require separate assessment. Board-level water resistance does not make the whole floor assembly waterproof.

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Aplicaciones

Each major use case now has its own original application image. Images illustrate design intent and are not claimed completed projects.

Warm oak SPC flooring in an enclosed tropical hotel guest room
FLOOR SYSTEM · Market Reference

Hotel guest room

Guest rooms and dry corridors after traffic, slip, fire and VOC review.

SPC flooring in a tropical office beside an indoor rain garden
FLOOR SYSTEM · Market Reference

Office & studio

Open office, meeting and reception zones with suitable castor and wear performance.

Pale oak SPC flooring in a shaded tropical classroom
FLOOR SYSTEM · Market Reference

School classroom

Classrooms and training rooms subject to fire, slip, VOC, acoustics and furniture-load evidence.

Stone-look SPC floor in a hospital administration and waiting lounge
FLOOR SYSTEM · Pending Verification

Hospital support zone

Administration, waiting and non-special support areas only; not sterile, wet-treatment or operating zones.

Natural oak SPC flooring in a compact tropical apartment
FLOOR SYSTEM · Market Reference

Urban apartment

Living, dining and bedroom areas with an indoor/outdoor threshold and controlled solar exposure.

Durable oak-look SPC flooring in a dignified affordable-housing apartment
FLOOR SYSTEM · Market Reference

Public & affordable housing

Standardized dry interiors where batch colour, replacement stock, VOC and warranty are documented.

Residential

  • Living rooms
  • Bedrooms
  • Rental apartments
  • Show homes

Hospitality

  • Guest rooms
  • Corridors
  • Serviced apartments
  • Staff accommodation

Commercial & institutional

  • Offices
  • Retail
  • Classrooms and training rooms
  • Hospitals—administration and non-special clinical support areas

Public & affordable housing

  • Standardized apartment interiors
  • Bedrooms and living areas
  • Rapid turnover refurbishment
  • Projects with documented VOC and wear requirements

Not recommended without specific design review

Ordinary grades outdoors · Long-term standing water · Pool surrounds and commercial kitchens · Heavy forklift or aggressive chemical areas · Unmitigated strong solar exposure

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Clima del Sudeste Asiático

High humidity, monsoon rain, condensation, coastal exposure, solar gain and substrate moisture must be considered as a system.

CLIMATE 01

High humidity and seasonal moisture

Ventaja potencial
The rigid mineral-polymer core is not primarily wood fibre and generally resists moisture-related swelling better than ordinary laminate cores.
Limitación
Moisture may still be trapped below a floating floor; joints, walls and subfloors are not automatically waterproof.
Recomendación
Test slab moisture, provide the specified vapour control layer, keep expansion gaps and investigate any water ingress promptly.
CLIMATE 02

Solar gain and high temperature at glazing

Ventaja potencial
Qualified products can offer useful dimensional stability in controlled interiors.
Limitación
Strong direct sun and rapid thermal cycling can still cause movement, gapping or distortion.
Recomendación
Assess solar exposure, use shading, confirm heat-stability test data and provide movement zones for large areas.
CLIMATE 03

Ground-floor and below-grade moisture

Ventaja potencial
Floating installation can reduce wet trades and allow rapid fit-out.
Limitación
A rigid board cannot correct a damp, uneven or contaminated substrate.
Recomendación
Check flatness and moisture, repair the slab, use approved moisture control and never trap active dampness.
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Estructura

An original system diagram of the typical assembly; exact supplier construction must be confirmed.

1UV surface coating
2Transparent wear layer
3Printed décor film
4Rigid SPC core
5Balance layer
6IXPE acoustic backing
01UV surface coating

Wear, stain and gloss control; performance depends on formulation and cure.

02Transparent wear layer

A key determinant of wear suitability; project evidence required.

03Printed décor film

Carries wood, stone, terrazzo, carpet or concrete visuals.

04Rigid SPC core

Mineral-filled polymer core providing rigidity and click profile.

05Balance layer

Supports dimensional balance and back-side performance.

06IXPE acoustic backingOptional

Optional pre-attached layer for comfort and impact-sound improvement.

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Materias primas

Rigid core

  • PVC resin
  • Calcium carbonate
  • Stabilizers and lubricants
  • Processing and impact modifiers

Surface system

  • UV-cured coating
  • Transparent wear layer
  • Printed décor film and embossing

Backing & accessories

  • Balance layer
  • Optional IXPE or EVA
  • Specified vapour control layer

Specific formulation, proportions and chemical content must follow manufacturer technical data, SDS and third-party reports.

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Fabricación

  1. 01Raw-material weighing
  2. 02Hot and cold mixing
  3. 03Extrusion and plasticisation
  4. 04Calendering or lamination
  5. 05Surface lamination and UV curing
  6. 06Conditioning and cutting
  7. 07Profiling, click machining and bevel
  8. 08Optional backing lamination
  9. 09Inspection and packaging

Quality control that materially affects results

Formula stability and internal stress · Heat shrinkage, thickness and flatness · Click precision and toughness · UV adhesion and batch colour · VOC, odour and restricted substances · Backing adhesion and transport deformation

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Colecciones

Five coordinated design families and 26 named directions, informed by the breadth and presentation logic of professional rigid-core collections. Final décor films, embossing and batch colour require physical sample approval.

Oak spectrum
UBI SYSTEM · 01

Oak spectrum

Quiet Nordic lights through smoked and fumed darks, with matte registered embossing.

  • OW-01Limestone OakPale neutral
  • OW-02Natural Atelier OakLight warm
  • OW-03Honey Smoked OakMid warm
  • OW-04Mocca OakMid dark
  • OW-05Walnut OakDeep warm
  • OW-06Fumed Charcoal OakDeep cool
Mineral stone
UBI SYSTEM · 02

Mineral stone

Large-format limestone, travertine, marble, slate and sandstone references for floors and approved wall panels.

  • ST-01Pale LimestoneSoft ivory
  • ST-02Warm TravertineWarm sand
  • ST-03Silver VeinCool white
  • ST-04Graphite SlateDark mineral
  • ST-05Greige SandstoneBalanced greige
Terrazzo studio
UBI SYSTEM · 03

Terrazzo studio

Fine and medium aggregate visuals for education, hospitality, retail and residential schemes.

  • TZ-01Ivory ConfettiLight neutral
  • TZ-02Desert AggregateWarm beige
  • TZ-03Sage MineralMuted green
  • TZ-04Clay StudioRose clay
  • TZ-05Night AggregateCharcoal multicolour
Textile relief
UBI SYSTEM · 04

Textile relief

Low-glare woven textures for wall features and selected low-contrast flooring concepts.

  • TX-01Linen WhiteWarm light
  • TX-02Bouclé GreigeSoft greige
  • TX-03Moss WeaveMuted green
  • TX-04Ink CrosshatchDeep blue black
  • TX-05Charcoal FeltCharcoal
Architectural concrete
UBI SYSTEM · 05

Architectural concrete

Calm microcement and trowelled concrete references from chalk white to graphite.

  • CN-01Chalk ConcreteOff white
  • CN-02Warm MicrocementWarm greige
  • CN-03Gallery GreyMid neutral
  • CN-04Clay CementMuted earth
  • CN-05Graphite FormworkDeep grey
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Especificaciones

System scopeSPC rigid-core floor plus purpose-designed SPC interior wall-panel optionManufacturer Declared
Floor product standardSelect product tested to the applicable resilient / rigid-core standard for the destination marketPending Verification
Total thicknessProject selection required; exact nominal and tolerance from final TDSPending Verification
Wear layerSelect by traffic class, abrasion evidence and warrantyPending Verification
Plank / tile formatWood plank, herringbone plank and large-format tile options; supplier confirmation requiredManufacturer Declared
Wall-panel formatLarge-format vertical panels or approved click panels; exact size and weight from wall-system TDSManufacturer Declared
Core compositionMineral-filled polymer rigid core; exact formulation and recycled content require declarationManufacturer Declared
Core densitySupplier declaration plus batch verification requiredPending Verification
Surface treatmentUV-cured coating with project-selected gloss, stain and scratch performanceManufacturer Declared
EmbossingWood, stone, terrazzo, textile or concrete embossing; EIR available by supplierManufacturer Declared
BevelSquare, micro-bevel or painted bevel by collectionManufacturer Declared
Floor locking systemFour-sided click profile; licensed profile and pull-strength evidence to be nominatedPending Verification
Acoustic backingOptional IXPE/EVA; thickness, adhesion and acoustic report must match the offered SKUPending Verification
Use classificationSelect by domestic, commercial or industrial traffic and destination-market standardPending Verification
Dimensional stabilityCurrent product-specific heat and dimensional-stability report requiredPending Verification
Thickness swell / water exposureBoard result does not establish waterproof joints or assembly; product-specific report requiredPending Verification
Reaction to fireProject-required floor and wall classifications must be verified separatelyPending Verification
Slip resistanceDry/wet test method and declared result must match the use zonePending Verification
Static load & residual indentationVerify for furniture, partitions, hospital equipment and commercial usePending Verification
Castor-chair resistanceProduct-specific test required for offices and schoolsPending Verification
Impact soundAssembly-specific laboratory result required; backing-only claims are insufficientPending Verification
Underfloor heatingOnly within manufacturer temperature limits and approved floor build-upPending Verification
VOC / indoor air qualityCurrent third-party certificate for the exact manufacturing site and SKUPending Verification
Phthalates, heavy metals & formaldehydeDestination-market restricted-substance reports requiredPending Verification
Wall substrateFlat, sound, clean, dry and compatible with the specified adhesive/fixing systemManufacturer Declared
Wall fixingManufacturer-approved full-spread/strip adhesive and/or mechanical fixing with edge trimsManufacturer Declared
Wet-wall detailingPrepared waterproof substrate plus sealed joints, corners, penetrations and terminationsManufacturer Declared
Exterior exposureNot included unless a separate façade/weathering system is tested and warrantedPending Verification
Packaging & batch controlCarton quantity, pallet loading, batch colour and spare-stock plan from final supplierPending Verification
WarrantySeparate floor and vertical-use warranties, exclusions and maintenance conditions requiredPending Verification
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Evaluación equilibrada

Potential advantages

  • Moisture performance is generally stronger than ordinary wood-fibre core flooring
  • Click installation can reduce wet trades and programme time
  • Suitable for selected renovation over sound existing tile
  • Wide visual range and straightforward routine cleaning
  • Coordinated floor, wall-panel and skirting concepts can create a complete interior system

Real constraints

  • Usually harder underfoot than timber and WPC
  • Cannot be repeatedly sanded like solid timber
  • Poor locks can chip or fatigue on uneven substrates
  • Heat and intense sunlight can drive distortion
  • Environmental claims require VOC, heavy metal and phthalate evidence
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Vida útil y garantía

Economy gradeIndicatively 5–10 years
Qualified residential gradeIndicatively 10–20 years
Hotel, office and retailAssess by traffic, wear layer and maintenance
  • Expected service life is not a warranty promise
  • Limited warranty depends on supplier terms and exclusions
  • Project-specific warranty must be agreed in the contract
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Instalación

01

Before installation

  • Check slab moisture and flatness
  • Confirm temperature and site acclimation
  • Plan setting-out and expansion zones
02

During installation

  • Use the specified vapour layer
  • Maintain perimeter gaps and doorway transitions
  • Do not trap floating floors below fixed cabinets
03

After installation

  • Use furniture pads and suitable castors
  • Protect strong solar-exposure zones
  • After flooding, dismantle and dry the substrate promptly
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Sistema de muro interior

SPC can be specified vertically when the selected product is engineered, tested and warranted as a wall panel system.

VERTICAL SYSTEM · Manufacturer Declared

SPC interior wall panel system

SPC flooring and SPC wall panels may share a mineral-polymer core, but they are not automatically interchangeable. Wall use needs a panel format and fixing method approved for vertical installation.

APPLICATIONS
  • Hotel lobbies, guestrooms and corridors
  • Apartment feature walls and headboards
  • Office reception and meeting rooms
  • Retail and commercial interiors
  • Manufacturer-rated bathroom wet walls
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
  • Flat, sound, clean and dry substrate
  • Specified adhesive and/or mechanical fixing
  • Defined joint, corner, penetration and edge details
  • Project fire, VOC and impact evidence
  • Wet-area waterproof substrate and sealed system where applicable
  • Vertical-use warranty from the selected manufacturer
LIMITATIONS
  • Do not assume ordinary floating floor planks are wall-rated
  • Not for exterior façades unless separately weather-tested and warranted
  • Do not rely on the finish panel as the sole waterproofing layer
  • Wet walls require sealed manufacturer details around every joint and penetration
Travertine-look SPC wall panel system in a tropical hotel lobby
WALL SYSTEM · Manufacturer Declared

Hotel reception wall

Large-format interior wall panels with specified substrate, adhesive, joints and edge trims.

Walnut-look SPC wall panel feature in an apartment living room
WALL SYSTEM · Manufacturer Declared

Apartment feature wall

Purpose-designed wall panel, not an assumed reuse of a floating floor plank.

Stone and textile-look SPC wall panels in a tropical office reception
WALL SYSTEM · Pending Verification

Office reception wall

Commercial interior feature walls subject to fire, impact and fixing-system review.

Purpose-designed sealed SPC wall panels in a hotel bathroom and shower
WALL SYSTEM · Pending Verification

Bathroom wet-wall system

Only a manufacturer-rated wet-wall panel system with sealed joints, corners, penetrations and prepared waterproof substrate; the shower floor remains non-slip tile.

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Mercados prioritarios

PRIORITY 1

Vietnam

Demand driver
Residential, hospitality and refurbishment demand
Entry route
Importer, distributor, contractor and project specification
Risk
Certification and import research update in progress
PRIORITY 1

Indonesia

Demand driver
Residential, hospitality and refurbishment demand
Entry route
Importer, distributor, contractor and project specification
Risk
Certification and import research update in progress
PRIORITY 1

Thailand

Demand driver
Residential, hospitality and refurbishment demand
Entry route
Importer, distributor, contractor and project specification
Risk
Certification and import research update in progress
PRIORITY 1

Malaysia

Demand driver
Residential, hospitality and refurbishment demand
Entry route
Importer, distributor, contractor and project specification
Risk
Certification and import research update in progress
PRIORITY 2

Philippines

Demand driver
Residential, hospitality and refurbishment demand
Entry route
Importer, distributor, contractor and project specification
Risk
Certification and import research update in progress
PRIORITY 2

Singapore

Demand driver
Residential, hospitality and refurbishment demand
Entry route
Importer, distributor, contractor and project specification
Risk
Certification and import research update in progress
PRIORITY 2

Cambodia

Demand driver
Residential, hospitality and refurbishment demand
Entry route
Importer, distributor, contractor and project specification
Risk
Certification and import research update in progress
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Cadena de decisión

Developer and hotel ownerArchitect and interior designerEPC, main contractor and fit-out contractorImporter, distributor and installerProject procurement team
  1. 1Project brief
  2. 2Design selection
  3. 3Sample approval
  4. 4Technical review
  5. 5Quotation and mock-up
  6. 6Commercial terms
  7. 7Production and inspection
  8. 8Logistics and installation
  9. 9Handover and after-sales
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Servicios UBI

01Product–project matching
02Multi-factory quotation
03Samples and mock-up coordination
04BOQ and specification matching
05OEM / ODM
06Quality inspection
07Certification review
08Cross-border logistics
09Customs-document coordination
10Local partner cooperation
I have a project requirementI want to become a local distributorI am a supplierI need samples or a quotation
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Referencias

Application Scenario

Tropical hotel guest room

Typical Southeast Asian application scenario—not a claimed completed project.

Tropical hotel guest room
Application Scenario

Serviced apartment rapid refurbishment

Use case for feasibility discussion; project evidence not yet supplied.

Serviced apartment rapid refurbishment
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Documentos

Technical DatasheetTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
Installation GuideTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
Maintenance GuideTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
WarrantyTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
Fire TestTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
Slip ResistanceTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
VOC / Indoor Air QualityTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
Heavy MetalsTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
PhthalatesTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
FormaldehydeTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
SDSTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
EPDTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
Packaging DataTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
Project Submittal TemplateTBC · Documento pendiente
Pending Verification
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Preguntas frecuentes

01Is SPC the same as WPC?

No. This page concerns a dense rigid SPC core. WPC commonly refers to a different, foamed composite core with a softer feel.

02Can SPC replace tile?

Not universally. Tile remains more appropriate for many wet, outdoor, high-temperature and heavy-duty conditions.

03Is an SPC floor waterproof?

The board can be highly moisture resistant, but that does not make joints, walls, penetrations and the full floor assembly waterproof.

04Can it be installed over existing tile?

Sometimes, if the tile is sound, clean, dry and flat and transitions remain workable. Follow the selected manufacturer's requirements.

05Is ordinary SPC suitable outdoors?

Generally no. Rain, solar gain, thermal cycling, drainage and substrate moisture require an outdoor-rated system with product-specific weathering, heat-stability and slip evidence.

06Is SPC suitable for schools, hospitals and public housing?

It can suit classrooms, offices, ordinary residential areas, hotel rooms and non-special hospital support areas when wear, fire, slip, VOC, cleaning and substrate requirements are verified. Laboratories, sterile rooms, wet treatment areas, commercial kitchens and heavy workshops need a different project-specific system.

07Can SPC be installed on a wall?

Yes—SPC is available as a purpose-designed interior wall-panel system. Select a product approved for vertical use, then follow its substrate, adhesive or mechanical fixing, joint, edge, fire and warranty requirements. Do not assume every floating floor plank is automatically wall-rated.

08How should environmental performance be judged?

Review current third-party VOC, heavy-metal, phthalate and other relevant reports for the exact product—not general marketing claims.

09Can UBI coordinate samples and OEM?

UBI can coordinate project samples, supplier comparison and OEM/ODM requirements subject to supplier confirmation.

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Fuentes y descargo

Fuentes

RFCI — Rigid CoreAccessed 2026-07-11RFCI — Resources & ASSURE certificationAccessed 2026-07-11Shaw — Resilient Installation Guidelines for SPC ProductsAccessed 2026-07-11Karndean — Rigid Core Installation Format and CollectionsAccessed 2026-07-11Karndean — Korlok Select Technical Data SheetAccessed 2026-07-11Tarkett — Elegance Rigid 55 SPCAccessed 2026-07-11Vilo — SPC Wall PanelsAccessed 2026-07-11Kermit Floor — SPC Floors, Walls and SkirtingsAccessed 2026-07-11Brodecor — NextStep SPC Wall PanelAccessed 2026-07-11

Actualizado

2026-07-11

Market Reference

Descargo

This page presents a product and market opportunity. It is not investment advice or a final technical commitment. Final specifications, certification, warranty, lead time and pricing are governed by signed contracts and supplier documents.