Vinyl flooring

Over the past few years, vinyl flooring has been losing market share to other types of flooring. This can be attributed to the fact that peoples tastes have changed, and vinyl is now viewed as something your grandmother had in her house. This is all changing, as the new look, new feel vinyl is now available in a range of designs and colors to match any décor.

Vinyl floors are now available in hardwood, tile and stone motifs. Many of these floors are also available with textured surfaces which give the floors a real life look and feel.

Vinyl floors are available in either a roll or individual pieces, which allows for easy removal and replacement of damaged tiles. In the case of wood and tile designs, each piece represents a plank or tile. Each plank or tile varies according to shade and texture, thus creating the random effects found naturally occurring in hardwood or stone.

All vinyl floors are glued directly down to the subfloor. The type of subfloor you have will determine the adhesive to be used. Concrete and wood are considered porous, so utilize an adhesive for porous subfloors. Terrazo is considered non porous and thus a non-porous adhesive should be used. Vinyl floors can be installed in any room in the home, including wet areas such as bathrooms and kitchens. Prior to installation, be sure to check the subfloor for signs of moisture, as moisture will result in the adhesive losing its adhesion properties and the floor will separate from the subfloor.

Vinyl flooring is a very durable material offering some of the best flooring warranties available, ranging from 5 years to life. These warranties usually cover aspects such as fading, discoloration, staining and ordinary wear and tear. Vinyl floors require very little maintenance, are easy to clean and perfect for homes subject to high traffic.