Frequently Asked Questions
Vinyl flooring also know as resilient flooring because of its ability to bounce back, to withstand heavy traffic and easy maintenance. Vinyl flooring comes with several alternatives. It comes in tile as well as sheets format. Aesthetically it can be made to resemble other materials like stone, ceramic tile or hardwood. One can create numerous designs and patterns with it, due to availability of plentiful colors and textures.
Vinyl floors are composed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and can be made in homogeneous or in heterogeneous construction. Heterogeneous vinyl flooring is made up of multiple layers of PVC. The top layer is made up of PUR reinforcement (for easy maintenance) second layer is of pure PVC transparent wear layer (gives very high resistance to abrasion). The third layer is made up of glass fibre non woven reinforcement (for excellent dimensional stability). The last layer is made up of solid homogenous calenderer sheet that optimizes resistance to tear. Homogenous vinyl flooring is a single piece of PVC. Most of our vinyl floorings earn 2 LEED points as they have minimum 25.5% recycled content.
Vinyl flooring has several advantages.
Durability: It is non-porous and water proof. It can be used in wet areas along with indoors.
Hygiene: Antibacterial: These products do not allow bacteria, and fungi to grow on them. Therefore hospitals, pharmaceuticals, retail, schools and many other commercial areas prefer to use vinyl floors.
Aesthetics: They can be welded to make them seamless. It comes in various colors and textures therefore one can make any possible design to suit the décor of their premises.
Maintenance: With regular sweeping and wet mopping, the aesthetics of flooring can be maintained. The elasticity of flooring do not hurt the kids even if they fall.
Vinyl floor is suitable for any indoor setting. It is most popular choice for commercial areas where heavy footfall is received. It is used in areas where certain standard need to be maintained while performing their routine activities like hospitals, pharmaceutical labs and many more. Vinyl flooring can be installed over concrete, hardwood or plywood. Installing vinyl floor over existing vinyl floor is also an option, but we do not recommend doing so over two or more pre-existing layers. A smooth subfloor is necessary because any imperfections beneath the vinyl may show through.
The lifetime of vinyl flooring varies widely because quality of the product and wear and tear. , These two factors greatly impact the longevity of the product. Vinyl floor generally last from 10 to 25 years.
General Questions
This flooring material is available as sheets, tiles, and luxury vinyl planks. It is highly recommended because of its variety and superior quality. The tiles and planks are accurate and detailed in their imitation of real hardwood or stone
It is easy to calculate how much vinyl plank flooring or other variations of vinyl will be needed for your room. First, calculate the total square footage of the room and the square footage of the vinyl planks or tiles. Divide the total area of the room by that of the planks to find the number of the material you will need. While buying the boxes, shop for 5-10% extra material as some may get wasted during the installation for various reasons
The only drawback of luxury vinyl flooring is that it does not add to the value of your home. Over the years, vinyl can get scratched, discoloured and curl up at the edges. However, these troubles can be avoided with periodic maintenance to maximize the lifespan of the flooring.
Usually, the manufacturer will be able to recommend the right cleaning products for the flooring material you have chosen. In general, luxury vinyl can be cleaned with soap and water and regular sweeping. Avoid using abrasive cleaners and harsh detergents which can lead to discolouration of the floor. Solvent-based polishes and paste wax should also be avoided.
