Forest HD
Collection
5mm Acoustical Glue Down LVT with Painted Beveled Edges and EIR Texture. Factory-bonded sound pad delivers STC 62 / IIC 64 — no separate underlayment required.
5 Colorways
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Driftwood
Forest HD Collection · 5mm · 20-mil · 7"×48"
Driftwood
Medium warm gray oak with subtle driftwood grain — ideal for contemporary multi-family and hospitality.
Painted Beveled Edges
Forest HD's defining feature: each plank edge is precision-painted to create a shadow-line V-groove that elevates the floor's visual depth and authenticity.
Enhanced Plank Definition
The painted bevel emphasizes each plank boundary with a precise shadow line — creating a more dramatic, authentic hardwood appearance than a plain bevel.
Eliminates the 'Sheet Look'
The V-groove shadow effect visually separates planks, preventing the seamless sheet appearance common in standard LVT. Floors look more premium and plank-like.
High-Traffic Performance
Especially effective in corridors and high-traffic areas where edge wear is most visible — the painted finish maintains its definition under commercial use.
Traditional & Rustic Aesthetics
Ideal for hospitality, senior living, and multi-family projects that call for a classic wood-floor character without the cost or maintenance of real hardwood.
Painted Beveled Edges — Technical Brief
Full specification document covering edge construction, paint process, and application guidance
STC 62 / IIC 64 — Factory Bonded
Forest HD's integrated acoustical pad delivers certified sound performance without a separate underlayment — saving material cost, labor time, and installation risk.
Third-party certified on standard 3/4" gypsum assemblies — meets IBC Section 1207 residential requirements with margin to spare.
Outperforms 2mm LVT + 1/8" sound mat combinations. Factory-bonded acoustical pad eliminates a full labor phase.
Heavy-duty 20-mil wear layer rated for multi-family, hospitality, and senior living applications — exceeds NALFA and FloorScore standards.
5mm total construction with integrated acoustical pad — no separate underlayment required. Installs direct to concrete or wood subfloor.
Part of the Soundstop Acoustical Family
Forest HD is built on AFC's Soundstop acoustical platform — the same factory-bonded pad technology that eliminates the need for a separate sound mat on upper-floor multi-family and hospitality projects. Compare all Soundstop tiers and see the full ROI Calculator on the Soundstop page.
Where Forest HD Performs Best
| Space / Application | Fit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hi-Rise Apartments | Ideal | Tested on a Concrete Floor Assembly |
| Hotels: Guest Rooms, Corridors, Fitness Centers, Restaurants | Ideal | Luxury appearance + acoustical performance |
| Senior Living Resident Units | Ideal | Comfort underfoot + sound control |
| Apartment Corridors | Good | Pair with City Squares carpet tile for best results |
| Restaurant / Retail | Ideal | 20-mil wear layer handles high foot traffic. Painted Beveled Edges give a premium look. |
| Ground Floor Units | Good | Acoustical pad provides thermal comfort benefit |
Technical Specifications
Documents & Resources
Forest HD Data Sheet
Full product specifications, colorways, installation requirements, and carton data
PDF · Product Data SheetPainted Beveled Edges — Technical Brief
Edge construction details, paint process specification, and application guidance
PDF · Technical BriefOrdering & Lead Times
Forest HD is stocked in all 5 colorways. Standard orders ship within 3–5 business days. For large multi-family or hospitality projects, contact AFC for pallet pricing and dedicated project allocation.
[email protected]Forest HD vs. Standard LVT + Sound Mat
Forest HD's factory-bonded acoustical layer eliminates the need for a separate sound mat — removing an entire labor and material line item from every upper-floor unit.
On a 200-unit building averaging 850 SF per unit, that's ~$127,500 in total savings.
Plus STC 62 / IIC 64 acoustical performance — exceeding most multi-family code requirements without a separate underlayment.
Pricing is estimated based on typical market rates. Contact your local flooring contractor to confirm pricing.
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