LifeProof vs Home Decorators Collection
LifeProof vs Home Decorators Collection is a choice between two of Home Depot’s own brands, so the answer sits in the specs of the floor in front of you: wear layer, plank size, case size and warranty. Below, the listings side by side, then the brand against Pergo, Levolor, Hampton Bay and Hunter.
Side by side, from the Home Depot listings
One typical listing from each brand. Pick the comparison.
| Home Decorators Collection Palenque Park Oak | LifeProof Sterling Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Wear layer | 12 mil | 6 mil, or 22 mil in the thicker version |
| Thickness | 5 mm | 7 mm |
| Plank | 7.1 x 48 in. | 8.7 x 48 in. |
| Per case | 23.8 sq. ft. | 20.1 sq. ft. |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime residential, 10-year commercial | Lifetime residential; 5-year commercial (6 mil) or 20-year full commercial (22 mil) |
| Returns | 90 days | 90 days |
| Home Decorators Collection | LifeProof | |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | Mostly solution-dyed polyester | Mostly triexta, many with PetProof technology |
| Face weight | 40 to 60 oz. in the styles we looked at, such as Trendy Threads I and II | 38 to 68 oz. in the styles we looked at |
| Width | 12 ft rolls | 12 ft rolls |
| Install | Arranged through Home Depot | Arranged through Home Depot |
| Home Decorators Collection Nobelford Oak | Pergo Outlast+ Marigold Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 12 mm | 12 mm (Pergo XP boards are 10 mm) |
| Board width | 7.56 in. | 7.4 in. |
| Per case | 15.95 sq. ft. | 19.63 sq. ft. |
| Water | Sold as waterproof | Sold as waterproof |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime residential, 10-year light commercial | Lifetime limited residential, 10-year limited light commercial |
| Returns | 90 days | 90 days |
| Home Decorators Collection | Levolor | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless 2 in. faux wood, in ready-made sizes, plus custom cellular and roller shades | Custom-made cordless faux wood in 2 and 2.5 in., in Classic Value and Premium grades, plus real wood |
| Sizing | Stock sizes, listed as trimmable; a 35 in. blind is made 34.5 in. wide | Made to your measurements |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime, on the cordless faux wood listing | On each Levolor listing |
| Returns | 90 days | Custom orders follow the listing’s terms |
| Home Decorators Collection | Hampton Bay | Hunter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who owns it | Home Depot | Home Depot | Hunter Fan Company |
| Where sold | Home Depot only | Home Depot only | Many stores, Home Depot included |
| Sizes | 18 to 72 in., up to 84 in. Fenceham | Many sizes | 52 in. models such as Builder Elite and Channing |
| Smart | Hubspace app on smart models | Hubspace app on smart models | Hunter’s own smart fans |
| Warranty | Lifetime motor on some models, such as Kensgrove LED | On each manual | On each manual |
Specs from one Home Depot listing per brand. Other colors and lines differ, so check the listing you’re buying.
Home Decorators Collection vinyl plank flooring vs LifeProof: which for your room?
Using the listings above. Pick the room.
The other names people compare
Short versions of each match-up.
Comparison questions
Short answers first, then where to read more.
Is LifeProof better than Home Decorators Collection?
Not across the board: the entry LifeProof vinyl has a thinner wear layer, while its 22 mil version is the toughest of the two.
Compare the exact listings in the table above.
Are LifeProof and Home Decorators Collection made by the same company?
Both are Home Depot brands; the listings don’t name the mills.
Hampton Bay or Home Decorators Collection?
Same store, same warranty route; compare the specific product.
For fans, check size, rating and motor warranty in the fan guide.
Hunter or Home Decorators Collection fans?
Hunter is sold in many stores; Home Decorators Collection is Home Depot only.
Both make 52 in. fans with LED lights. Read each manual’s motor warranty before you choose.