Attractive styling, easy maintenance, and versatility make vinyl flooring a great flooring option for just about any lifestyle.
RoomVinyl sheets, tiles, and planks can be used in every room in the house, and they're especially great for kitchens, bathrooms, and playrooms. Of course, with the ability to recreate the look of stone and wood, vinyl flooring will fit right in with your living room or bedroom décor as well.
Cleaning and maintenanceNo grout, no special cleaner necessary, and a nice smooth surface make vinyl flooring the easiest of all flooring types to clean. The only thing to worry about is leaving water on the floor for an extended period of time, which can make vinyl sheets curl and damage vinyl tiles and planks.
Kids and petsScratches, scuffs, and stains are no match for vinyl flooring. The superior durability of vinyl makes it ideal flooring choice for homes with kids and pets. It should be noted again, however, that vinyl tiles and planks are easier to repair than vinyl sheets.
Vinyl flooring is an affordable flooring choice on the market, but as with all other flooring options, the cost will vary depending on a number of factors.
TypeVinyl sheets are usually less expensive than tiles and planks—by about $1.00 per square foot. Within each category (sheets, tiles, and planks), the difference in cost between the least expensive and the most expensive product is typically around $3.00 to $4.00 per square foot.
DesignHigh-quality printing and ultra-realistic embossed designs that mimic natural materials are the most expensive vinyl flooring options, while basic colors and patterns typically fall at the lower end of the price range.
PerformanceVinyl flooring is available in a range of performance levels, including options with higher scratch and stain resistance, and options with additional layers of cushioning at extra cost.