Vinyl Flooring Thickness

[Zachary LaJoye]

I’ve searched the forums and can’t find anything this specific so if this is redundant, I apologize. I’m getting ready to start a rehab on a duplex I just bought and I’ve been getting quotes on flooring. Each unit has an upstairs kitchen, large dining room and downstairs living room which I’ve decided to use vinyl planks on. After looking at Home Depot and Lowes, I’m trying to decide if the thicker vinyl planks are worth the extra $1ish per sq ft. Here’s what I’m looking at: 1) Allure Traffic Master. $1.69/ sq ft. 3.8mm thickness. 2) Lifeproof. $2.99/sq ft. 6.5 mm thickness. Does anyone prefer to go with the thicker vinyl? If so, why? Also, does anybody have any experience with vinyl flooring and stairs? Which products would you recommend? I’m willing to spend a little more on the stairs if it will last. Thanks.