This was the first floating floor install I have ever installed; both for straight plank and herringbone, and I'm super impressed with the install and the look!
Note: if you're a beginner DIY'er I would confidently recommend installing the straight plank. The Herringbone takes a bit more skill and preparation with the layout.
Luxury Vinyl Plank is a composite floor that is comprised of a cork bottom, a proprietary waterproof core structure, and a vinyl top. The technology has gotten so good that each piece has different/natural wood graining, and the floors are also micro-textured for a more natural feel.
Some of the major benefits to these floors:
100% waterproof (you can install them in bathrooms without a worry)
Extremely scratch resistant = great for pets and high traffic homes
No underlayment required for install (thanks to the cork base its built in)
More Info on my flooring selection: https://coretecfloors.com
Straight Plank: Reserve Oak, COREtec Plus Premium 7”
https://coretecfloors.com/en-us/products/coretec-plus-premium-7/reserve-oak-vv458-02701
Herringbone: Rome Oak, all pieces are 26x4 and come with an 'A' and 'B' floor to allow the herringbone pattern to work flawlessly
https://coretecfloors.com/en-us/products/coretec-plus-enhanced-herringbone-(1)/rome-oak-vv497-00793