Vinyl flooring’s reputation for aesthetics is fast becoming a legend. It is a synthetic material specially designed to bear the brunt of maintenance and is remarkable in terms of functionality.

Vinyl flooring produces a vast array of finishes at your disposal. It is also one of the most economical flooring options available.

Vinyl flooring can replicate wood, stone, marble, and many other luxury flooring materials.

What’s In Vinyl Flooring?

Vinyl flooring is typically made of four layers. The foremost layer is made of foam or cork so that it could work as the underlayment for the flooring. Thereby ensuring that one doesn’t have to install a veil of another material before lying down the vinyl planks.

Also, it helps in noise cancellation (noise that emerges from the floors beneath) and acts as a layer of cushioning to make walking less strenuous.

Upon the base layer – the waterproof layer is laid. This layer is engineered to soak up moisture without diluting the quality of the texture/surface. The waterproof layer is either wood and plastic clogged together or from the stone elements that are sandwiched between the design and base layers.

Above the waterproof layer is the finesse layer that sports a high-resolution printed image of your choice—most of the design layers are designed to reminisce wood, stone, marble and other top-notch materials.

Then there sits a wear layer at the top of vinyl flooring whose job is to bear friction, load and brushing. It is designed to add longevity to the life of vinyl flooring by curbing the impact of possible damage to the surface.

Types of Vinyl Flooring

Vinyl Plank

 This type of vinyl flooring is best for high-traffic areas that are prone to wear and tear.

Vinyl planks reminisce hardwood floors. Aesthetically, vinyl planks give you the soothing-eye vibe of comfy wood interiors of various finesse and are water-resistant, unlike natural hardwood.

Vinyl Tile

Vinyl tiles reminisce stone or ceramic tiles. Like vinyl plank they come in a wide variety of designs and hues that give the same effect as their natural counterparts.

Vinyl Sheet

Vinyl sheets come in the form of rolls which could be laid over in a single swoop. Vinyl sheets are cost-effective compared to tiles and planks, but they can’t be used in cramped up spaces.

Luxury Vinyl Plank and Tile

Anatomically, luxury vinyl planks and tiles are different from their counterparts as they have more layers stacked up (both for beautification and durability) and are usually five times thicker.

These are designed using 3D printers, making them the best choice if you are trying to reminisce natural hardwood.

Vinyl Flooring Factors to Consider

Traffic

Vinyl floors are essentially designed to minimize wear and tear. If your house is swarmed with family and friends around the weekend, vinyl floor planks can really come in handy. Although some vinyl planks are only as thick as 2mm, there are thicker choices of planks available in the market which are best suited for places where there is heavy foot traffic.

Current Floor

Vinyl planks and tiles are highly versatile in terms of their adaptability to olden surfaces. However, applying vinyl to uneven surfaces can be tricky because the rough patches won’t vanish, and they will hamper both the durability and the finish.

Vinyl flooring can be laid over a preexisting layer of vinyl; however, flaws in the olden layer will start to surface with time.

In the case of a rugged olden floor, it is best advised to add a layer of well-sanded plywood between vinyl and the olden surface to fill up the old patches and oddities, thus; leading to a perfect finesse and comfortable feel.

Although wood’s natural warmth and beauty make it a popular choice, it isn’t always the greatest option. If you mix wood with water, you’ll get a bad result. For bathrooms, basements, and laundry rooms, vinyl or tile is a common choice because of its ability to resist moisture. As a result of its water resistance and authentic wood look, Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring may be installed virtually everywhere in your home, even in places with higher-than-normal humidity.

However, vinyl planks are engineered to resist heavy usage and wear in a family home and mimic the look and feel of real wood planks. You may now enjoy the natural beauty of wood without having to deal with the upkeep it requires. Luxury Vinyl flooring’s enhanced coatings keep messes like food and drink spills and bath splashes at bay, as well as muddy footprints.

LVP is available in a variety of plank widths, allowing you to achieve the most realistic hardwood appearance possible. Oak, walnut, and exotic species, as well as beveled edges and textured surfaces, are just a few of the exquisite wood looks available.

Jane