Vinyl Flooring

Benefits of vinyl flooring:

* Design flexibility - Both vinyl sheet and tile flooring are available in many styles and colors. Vinyl tile is available in shapes that can be custom cut and laid out in patterns using different colors or finishes.

Tiles can be arranged, for example, to depict a corporate logo or to guide traffic in a hospital or retail setting. Virtually any look can be obtained to suit any decor, including classic looks that simulate wood and ceramic. Custom-made designs are easily created using sheet vinyl.

* Resilience - Vinyl floors will reduce noise and provide comfort underfoot. Unlike such hard surfaces as wood, laminate, terrazzo or ceramic tile, vinyl has "give" and thus is referred to as "resilient" flooring.

* Durability - Vinyl is durable and time-tested, maintaining its beauty after heavy use. It is moisture and stain resistant, so spills can be easily removed. When compared with alternative materials, vinyl offers a lower initial cost and economical maintenance over the life of the floor.

* Aesthetics - Today's vinyl products for the home are made to enhance the aesthetic features of a home's interior. Designers can use pattern and color to make a large room seem smaller or a small room seem larger. And since vinyl is durable, the color and original appearance will last longer with routine maintenance.

* Safety features - A wide range of both tile and sheet vinyl is available with enhanced slip-resistant surfaces. These floors are suitable for a variety of commercial and institutional applications, as well as residential. Check with manufacturers for vinyl products designed to meet other special needs like static control.

For hypersensitive people, where mold allergies may be a problem, vinyl offers advantages as well. Researchers at the University of Nevada at Las Vegas have found that carpet can produce high airborne mold counts, which can actually be aggravated by vacuuming. Vinyl, on the other hand, can be cleaned without dispersing high levels of mold into the air.

* Vinyl is not recommended for use in most commercial kitchens, although vinyl composition tile is commonly used in light duty kitchens and both tile and sheet vinyl are the leading choice for residential kitchens.

* Vinyl can be susceptible to tears when heavy or sharp objects (such as cans or knives) are dropped. In addition, they can be subject to permanent indentation from static loads or damage from rolling loads.

* Vinyl also may not be recommended for automotive maintenance areas or automotive showroom areas unless the flooring is protected from oil spills and contact with rubber tires.

* In addition, vinyl is not recommended for outdoor installation, where excessive heat, cold or sunlight may cause fading and discoloration.

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