Lay It Down: A Flooring Blog

Posted on: 1 March 2023

Are you ready to add new flooring in a room of your home, but wondering what type of material to use? If you are leaning towards a wood flooring material, you may find that vinyl flooring is a great choice. Here are a few key things that you should know about vinyl flooring before you make a decision. 

Vinyl Is Durable

Vinyl is an extremely durable material, which makes it a great choice for flooring. If you are planning to use vinyl flooring in a place with high traffic, such as a mud room, then you can have peace of mind that the flooring will last longer than other materials. It will see wear and tear over time, but the material is definitely designed to take it and still look good.

Vinyl Is Easy To Maintain

Part of the reason why vinyl flooring is so durable is because of its easy maintenance. There is not much you need to do to maintain vinyl flooring aside from regular sweeping and cleaning. You don't have to use special cleaning materials on a vinyl floor since you can use a damp mop and liquid soap. Needing fewer special materials to clean vinyl flooring means you're more likely to do it.

Vinyl Is Water Resistant

Vinyl is also a water-resistant material, which makes it ideal for any room in your home that can get water on the floor. This includes laundry rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms. These are rooms that you would not be able to install natural wood in, but vinyl flooring gives you that natural wood look with none of the hassle. 

Vinyl Is Comfortable To Walk On

If you have vinyl flooring in your home then you will be walking on it with bare feet at some point. You'll find that vinyl flooring is a very comfortable material to walk on. Some vinyl flooring has a padded layer underneath it that gives the floor a bit of bounce to it, but even without the padded layer, vinyl flooring will feel like a soft material. Temperature-wise, it is not going to be as cold as tile in the winter, but it is not going to be as warm as carpet either. This makes it a good mix for comfort all year round. 

Vinyl Is Versatile

If you're looking for a flooring material that comes in a specific style, color, or pattern, know that it is likely out there with vinyl flooring. It's an incredibly versatile material that's made in a variety of design styles, so you'll be sure to find something that you like.  

For more info, contact a local vinyl flooring supply company.