Vinyl Floors
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Vinyl has a long history as a flooring choice, but in recent years, it has
unfortunately been labeled as ugly and old-fashioned. However, vinyl
is experiencing an upsurge in popularity, thanks to new styles and designs
coupled with vinyl's traditional durability, low cost, and ease of
installation and maintenance. Vinyl sheet flooring and tile are
available in many styles and colors, and they can be cut and laid out in
patterns. Some vinyl designs even mimic the appearance of more
expensive flooring options such as wood, ceramic tile, and stone.
You can read more about the pros and cons of vinyl flooring at this
vinyl flooring page published by Flooring Knowledge.
Vinyl flooring works well in any room of a house, even in high-traffic
areas and wet areas such as the kitchen and bathroom. In fact, vinyl
is the most water-resistant of all flooring materials. In addition,
vinyl reduces noise and is softer and friendlier to your feet than
hardwood, ceramic tile, or stone floors.
Before you lay down a vinyl floor, you must first measure the area and choose the best vinyl for your needs. Vinyl flooring comes in rolls, tile squares, strips, and planks. Many manufacturers offer vinyl floors, including Armstrong and Congoleum.
Vinyl flooring can be installed over almost any clean, dry surface and can sometimes even be glued directly to old vinyl, ceramic tile, and wood floors. Self-stick vinyl tile is the easiest to install and can be walked on as soon as it is installed. The Family Handyman offers instructions for installing a vinyl floor.
Vinyl flooring offers a no-wax surface and easy cleanup. All you
need to do to keep your floor bright and clean is to sweep and mop it
regularly. Your manufacturer may recommend specific cleaning
products, or you can try using white vinegar or mix a tablespoon of borax
in a gallon of warm water. The borax acts as a mild cleaner and will
preserve the floor's shine. This Flooring Knowledge article features
more tips and suggestions for
keeping your vinyl floor as good as new.
If your vinyl floor becomes stained, the Natural Handyman offers tips for removing stains from your vinyl floor. You can also learn how to repair your vinyl floor if the edges are lifting.