Why choose Vinyl Flooring?

Vinyl flooring is fast becoming one of the most sought after options in flooring. Even against the usual industry standards like ceramic tile, engineered wood and laminate flooring – vinyl flooring is proving to be the most popular choice in homes and offices and it is easy to see why.

The main components of Vinyl flooring materials are PVC vinyl and a plasticizer that are constructed in several layers with a large core that makes it both very durable and also extremely comfortable to walk on.

Vinyl is also a material that is highly recyclable and can be recycled up to 8 times, making it easy to re-incorporate into new products. 

Vinyl flooring is noted for its exceptional resilience which makes it ideal for high traffic areas, and it’s resistance to dampness means it can be used in high humidity areas such as bathrooms and kitchens as well. Vinyl flooring has a lifespan of five to thirty years, the lifespan of vinyl flooring materials might vary significantly depending on the quality.

The longevity of your vinyl flooring also depends heavily on care and upkeep. Vinyl flooring is very easy to care for and clean. Vinyl flooring in good condition can be wet-mopped and, if necessary, it can be vigorously scrubbed with safe cleaning products.

Where can vinyl flooring be installed?

Vinyl flooring can be installed in almost any setting but it is important to have it correctly installed and finished.

In most cases, floor preparation (self-levelling screed) is necessary before applying vinyl flooring. Almost any clean, dry surface can be used to install vinyl flooring with the right floor preparation and adhesive.

To complete your Vinyl Flooring installation you will need finishing profiles and skirting, TLC Flooring have a wide variety of finishing profiles and skirting available to match your choice of Vinyl Flooring.