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Vinyl Flooring Basics


Highly customizable

Vinyl flooring is a highly customizable form of flooring that is made from plastic. Because of the versatility of plastic, vinyl flooring can be made to replicate nearly any design that a homeowner is trying for.

Durability

The durability of vinyl flooring is wholly dependent on what the homeowner is willing to put into the vinyl. Vinyl can be mixed with clay and mineral fibers for a lower cost, but for more durability solid vinyl is recommended.

Ease

Vinyl flooring is also relatively easy to install, if you are installing vinyl flooring tiles. But for sheets of vinyl it is recommended that a homeowner hire a professional and skilled installer, as the process could be ruined by an inexperienced installer.

Where to install

The sub floor of any vinyl flooring must be absolutely smooth because bumps, seams, and even raised nail heads will eventually become visible at the surface.









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