Ibis Laminate flooring is usually sold in interlocking planks, which create a floating floor. The planks lock together on the edges and an expansion gap is necessary around the perimeter of the floor to allow the boards to swell and contract from moisture. Vinyl flooring is made primarily from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin, which is a synthetic material produced by the petroleum industry. It’s typically texturized and dyed, laid in a single layer over rubberized plastic. Vinyl1 comes in both plank and tile form, can be glued down, installed floating, and even grouted. Concerns exist about emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from PVC products including vinyl flooring. Better Options is IBIS LAMINATED FLOORING