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The Benefits of Vinyl Flooring in Home Offices

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Vinyl flooring has been in vogue for decades. In fact, there are areas where vinyl based tiles and sheets have little or no competition. This includes sports / games enclosures, certain sections of hospitals and education centres. It is also a perfect option for homes and offices, especially as a cost effective solution. Vinyl based flooring offers several benefits. One of them is sound absorption. So, how does vinyl flooring reduce noise? Most of the vinyl based flooring has an underlayment also called backing which is made from softer material. Unlike floorings such as those laid with hardwood or regular tiles which reflect sound waves, vinyl absorbs a large part of these unwanted acoustic disturbances thereby reducing sound transmission. Of course, sound dampening can be achieved through dedicated mediums and materials. However, these options are quite pricey and therefore dent the pockets of homeowners and commercial property owners. Additionally, luxury vinyl tile flooring also o...

Vinyl Plank Flooring vs. Vinyl Sheet Flooring: Which Is Right for You?

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One of the most popular flooring options which incidentally is waterproof, dimensionally stable and available in a range of textures and finishes is Vinyl. What makes vinyl flooring the first choice of commercial and residential property owners is its form factor. Vinyl based flooring is sold as - Roll / sheet form. Plank ( In several textures and thicknesses ). So, which one is right for you? For that, we need to compare the advantages and the disadvantages of vinyl based sheet flooring and vinyl plank flooring . COST - It is pretty obvious that vinyl sheet flooring will cost less as several manufacturing steps involved in slicing sheet into planks are completely circumvented. Fewer processes translate into savings. On the other hand, vinyl based planks need to be cut, chamfered / bevelled, embedded with "click-lock" mechanism or coated with adhesive. This leads to increase in cost which ultimately is borne by the buyer. Tip - If you are on a shoestring budget roll /sheet ...

5 Reasons Why Vinyl Flooring Is the Perfect Choice for High-Traffic Areas

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Human habitats, whether residential or commercial, are distinctly demarcated depending on their functionality. While some of these sections are randomly exploited, there are others which are subjected to constant movement of people and people related activities. These are called "High Traffic Areas". Interestingly, HTA's demand durable flooring, such as those set up with vinyl tile . Any other form of flooring may not be a good idea as it may not withstand the continuous onslaught of human actions. Mentioned below are 5 reasons why vinyl flooring is the perfect choice for high traffic areas. 1. Resistance - Wear & Tear Property owners need to understand that friction and scratches are an integral part of any home, especially where toddlers and pets are a part of the family. In such a scenario running, playing, dropping hard objects and spilling liquid is quite common. Unlike other materials, SPC vinyl flooring also known as "stone polymer core" flooring off...

The Benefits of LVT Flooring - Durability, Versatility, and Style

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  Unlike interior design professionals, individual property / home owners tend to fall for “Looks” ignoring some of the essential attributes of flooring materials. So, why do you need to consider durability, versatility and style features? The answer is really simple. Flooring is the heart of any space. It can change its character. If carefully chosen and installed it can make your habitat appear larger than it is, reflect warmth, offers a sense of being grounded and of course evokes that “Feel Good” emotion through its aesthetics. Enter LVT flooring , and voila, you have all the above characteristics seamlessly merged into one distinct material. Why is durability important? Durable flooring option like LVT vinyl flooring is 100% resistant to scratches and scuffs, even in high traffic areas of your premises. It is a boon for home owners where children and pets are omnipresent, a place where spills, falls and frequent abrasions are a part of the daily routine. Workplace is another ...

How to Clean and Maintain LVT Floors for a Long-Lasting Finish

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There is an old adage which says that "Prevention is better than cure". The proverb couldn’t be more appropriate for LVT flooring . Many of you may wonder about the analogy between the two. This inference is made vis-à-vis preventing damage to luxury vinyl tiles, which incidentally is also one of the ways to prolong its finish. PREVENTION - Some of the ways to keep LVT vinyl flooring healthy are - Make sure your movable furniture is cushioned with rubber or soft plastic caps. These protectors will prevent scratches when moved to and fro. If installation of caps is not possible, a non-slip mat can be placed below the furniture. Here is a pro tip. Set up door mats at every entry, especially in areas that boast LVT flooring. This will prevent dirt and debris from seeping inside, and causing irreversible scuffs or sharp grazes on the flooring. Do not drag or push heavy furniture across LVT vinyl flooring as this can inflict deep scrapes which in most cases are difficult to fix. ...

LVT versus Other Types of Flooring - Unbiased Comparison

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Are you planning to change the flooring of your property? Have you bought a new real estate space and are looking to install a distinct, durable and creatively defined material to cover the bare flooring? Yes! Then you should definitely check out the following options in spite of LVT flooring having several advantages over some of the contemporary and traditional offerings.  Solid Wood –  Although solid wood flooring in tile or plank form looks rich, and provides that unusual warmth it is not one of the best choices. One of the reasons is the price point. Solid wood flooring is not only pricey to install but also expensive when it comes to maintenance. It demands regular touch-ups because of its inherent weaknesses. Solid wood or hardwood material is vulnerable to wear and tear / abrasion. Chipping, denting and forming scratches are some of the common issues associated with this type of material. On the other hand LVT vinyl flooring scores high when it comes to durability. L...

Is LVT Flooring for High Traffic Areas a Perfect Choice?

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Quite a few sections of commercial and residential properties experience rampant human traffic. This could be in the form of employee movement or thronging / trudging of family members / guests. Some of the subdivided smaller rooms which are subject to overwhelming friction include passageways, pantry, conference room in case of commercial spaces and foyer, patio, kitchen, bathroom, main hallways and even living room in case of residential properties.  In such a scenario, owners tend to seek durable flooring in the form of stone, ceramic or marble. Most property owners simply give LVT flooring a miss which incidentally is a big mistake. Luxury vinyl tiles and luxury vinyl planks are fantastic options for real estate spaces which are prone to human-led wear and tear or exposed to moisture. Advantage LVT Vinyl Flooring -  LVT tiles and planks not just look good, and available in assorted premium textures including stone, ceramic and wood, they also boast fantastic resistance t...