Vinyl Plank/Tile Flooring | Lewes DE

Flooring is one of the most important elements in your home. The right flooring provides great comfort and affects the physical appearance of your house. Vinyl plank and vinyl tile flooring provides realistic designs that display the natural beauty of stone, wood, slate and marble. This unique flooring material incorporates textures that deliver a convincing appearance to enhance your home. Vinyl planks and tiles are some of the most popular types of flooring products available. They are long-lasting, easy to maintain and durable enough to survive the wear and tear of a busy household. Vinyl flooring is a man-made material which comes in a large variety of styles and textures which are nearly identical to natural hardwood, stone or tile at a fraction of the price.

Vinyl Tile in Kitchen

Vinyl flooring has numerous advantages such as:

• Waterproof
• Stain resistant
• Resistant to moisture related swelling and shrinkage
• Perfect for families with kids and pets
• Easy to clean and low maintenance
• Easy to install and remove if needed
• Relatively inexpensive compared to other flooring types
• Easy to replace if damaged
• Ideal for homeowners

In addition to its other advantages, vinyl planks and tiles lasts twice as long as solid wood flooring before their surface began revealing wear.

Vinyl Flooring Composition

Vinyl flooring is made from composite synthetic and natural materials. In standard vinyl planks and vinyl tiles, the base layer is typically fiberglass coated in PVC vinyl and a plasticizer. Then a sheet that gives the plank it's visual appearance is printed then embossed with a surface ware layer made of clear vinyl. On top of this layer, sometimes a tough layer of no-wax polyurethane is added to help the flooring last longer and make cleaning easier. Click together vinyl plank flooring has a thicker core layer that the locking system is cut into. This core can include wood plastic composite (WPC) a mix of PVC and sawdust  and also stone plastic composit (SPC) a mix of limestone and PVC. Luxury vinyl is available in tiles or planks, sometimes called LVT and LVP. There are glue-down, self stick, and interlocking versions that join together similar to laminate flooring.Vinyl tile and vinyl plank flooring thickness ranges from 1.5 mm to 14 mm.

Grout-able Vinyl Tile In Bathroom.

Glue Down Vinyl Plank and Vinyl Tile Installation.

 To prepare the floor for installation, you need a surface that is flat and clean. Clean the floor thoroughly, removing all dirt, debris, and grease. Spread adhesive and wait until it is completely dry and tacky to the touch. No glue should transfer to your finger tips when testing the tackiness. Planks or tiles are then placed in the glue and are ready to walk on right away. Some vinyl tiles and planks can be gruted to mimic the look of ceramic and have the benefits of vinyl tile. Like being warm, waterproof, and cost.

Click Together Vinyl Plank and Vinyl Tile Installation.

There are also interlocking versions that join together similar to laminate flooring. The great benefit to using vinyl planks that click together is that they don’t require any glue or adhesive and can be installed over most existing flooring. To begin installation, cut off the tongue using a utility knife and place it against shims along the wall. Shims are used to maintain a space between the floor and the wall for expansion. Even tough most vinyl planks do not expand or contract with humidity and temperature changes, the house and walls do move and the floor needs space. If no expansion gap is present, the floor will lift up in areas causing a trampoline effect. Worst case it can also damage the locking systems of the planks. Next connect a row following manufacture directions. Continue until you complete the first row, cutting the last piece with a utility knife or saw to fit properly. Be sure to offset the planks so they are staggered by an amount specified by the manufacture. Continue the installation until the room is finished,

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Vinyl plank and vinyl tile flooring provides a new concept of extravagance with realistic designs to accent your home. Experience the richness of textures and color found in nature. Vinyl flooring captures the refined character and random artistry of slate, genuine rock and hand-crafted ceramic tile. Vinyl planks perfectly emulate wood flooring and truly showcases the beauty of wood without all of the maintenance and durability concerns. Live comfortably with distinct grain designs, warm colors and enduring features perfected by time. Vinyl flooring brings superior appearances without all the worry.

Cleaning vinyl plank and vinyl tile

1. Use a vacuum with a had surface feature, broom and dust mop frequently in between cleanings to remove lose dirt, sand, and dust. This dirt can ware down a finish over time when walked over. Doing this frequently will help keep your floor looking like new longer. Always clean up spills immediately with a clean cloth.
2. Clean your floor by mopping to remove caked on dirt. Use a cleaner specifically made for vinyl floors only. Not a multipurpose floor cleaner. Read and follow the directions carefully.