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Vinyl Floors
Vinyl flooring is an attractive and practical
choice that can be used in any room in the
house. It is easy to clean and is water resistant,
making it especially appropriate for kitchens,
laundries, utility rooms, mudrooms and bathrooms.
It is also a good choice for children's bedrooms
and playrooms Vinyl flooring comes in a huge
variety of colors and designs and in a wide
range of grades and prices. It is manufactured
in both sheets and tiles.
The following should be considered
when buying
vinyl flooring:
- Vinyl tiles can be less costly than vinyl sheets as
only the actual square footage of the floor
needs to be purchased. They offer more design
possibilities, as various sizes, colors and
patterns can be mixed and matched to create
borders and inlaid designs. Tiles are also
easier to install than sheets, especially
at the edges of the room. Self-stick tiles
do not require a layer of adhesive, but they
are usually poorer quality and will not last
as long.
- Sheet vinyl is cut to length when purchased, so the
extra waste involved can make it more expensive
for some odd sized rooms. Although a layer
of adhesive is required, sheet vinyl can
be faster and less messy to install. Sheets
also provide more protection against moisture
damage than tiles because there are no cracks
for water to seep through. Vinyl sheets come
with a PVC cushion layer, offering a more
comfortable feeling underfoot, but sharp
objects can damage sheets more easily than
tiles.
Vinyl floors are easy to clean with a mop
using diluted household detergent. Enhancing
products can be applied for extra shine,
but you will need to periodically strip them
to avoid a thick or yellowing build up. |
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