Vinyl Floors
Flooring Types > Stone • Tile • Wood • Vinyl Floors
Laminate • Floor Cleaning • Carpeting • Carpet Cleaning
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.
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 flooring 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.
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.