Artistic Restorations
Vinyl Flooring
Vinyl flooring is the least expensive material used in flooring. If you're looking for an inexpensive and easy to care for flooring that's also durable, vinyl flooring is the ideal choice for you. Don't be fooled by the low cost -- vinyl floors are highly durable and sturdy making them suitable for high traffic areas like kitchens where cleaning up is required regularly. Installation costs are also lower than ceramic or wood floor. Vinyl floors come in 2 types -- vinyl tiles and sheet vinyl.
Vinyl flooring tiles can be used in homes, as well as commercial spaces. Vinyl flooring tiles that are used in homes can range from basic tiles that resemble ceramic tiles and self stick tiles, to thicker, luxurious looking, marble patterned vinyl floor tiles. The luxury tiles are heavier, and more expensive, but offer sunny, natural looking textures that resemble slate and wood. Tiles generally come in 12" X 12" sizes, although larger tile sizes are also available. Vinyl composition tiles are used generally in commercial settings, like malls and retail stores. Patterns can range from marble-like appearances to solid color tiles.
Vinyl flooring installation should be done by a professional. In case of an imperfect installation, grime can enter gaps between the vinyl tiles leading to accumulation of water and eventually, loosening of the tiles. For a perfectly installed vinyl floor, the sub floor preparation has to be perfect. Clean your floor using the manufacturer's recommendations, and use mats at doorways to keep your floor clean. Don't use soap or house hold cleaners on your vinyl floor.
Recent Requests
I would like to have the carpet removed from my stairs and landing into the hallway with wood laminate flooring. Also I'd like to replace the carpet with the same in the master bedroom , which is approximately 335 sf & in the study which is 135 sf (10 x10).
Ann S
I was wondering if someone could come to my house and give me a written estimate of how much it would cost to correct a poor wood floor installation job? I purchased Brazilian Walnut hardwood.
Tammy B