The Best Vinyl Flooring Options for Every Room

Vinyl flooring is made from several layers of synthetic material that are pressed together to create a durable flooring option. Vinyl flooring has improved a lot in recent years and is available in several different forms, such as tile, planks and sheets. There are numerous benefits of vinyl flooring:

• Easy to install
• Affordable
• Moisture-resistant and/or waterproof flooring (depending on the type)
• Strong and scratch-resistant (so it’s great for homes with kids and pets)
• Easy to clean

Frequently Asked Questions About Vinyl Flooring

How much does vinyl flooring cost?
Vinyl flooring cost varies by type. Peel-and-stick vinyl tile can be bought for as little as $1 per square foot, while luxury waterproof vinyl flooring can cost up to $8 per square foot.

Is it good to use vinyl flooring?
Vinyl flooring is a durable and affordable flooring option for your home, especially in high traffic areas. It's easy to install and if it's maintained, vinyl flooring can last up to 10-20 years.

Why do people use vinyl flooring?
Vinyl flooring is a great choice because it's low-maintenance, water-resistant, cost-effective and long-lasting.

Is vinyl tile flooring better than traditional tile?
Vinyl tile flooring and ceramic tile are both durable flooring options. However, ceramic tiles are more susceptible to damage. If you drop something heavy on it, it can crack or chip. It can also be difficult to replace a damaged tile, whereas replacing a piece of damaged vinyl flooring is much easier.

Get the high-end look of Calacatta marble, travertine or slate tile for a fraction of the cost. Today’s vinyl tile looks and feels like real ceramic or stone tile, but at a more affordable price. Since vinyl tile is manufactured to exact dimension and is precision cut, replacing damaged tiles down the line is an easy process. Vinyl tile flooring for bathrooms is a cost-effective option that gives the space a new look but also stands up to the wear and tear of a frequently used area since it’s waterproof and won’t peel, crack or swell if it’s exposed to water. Vinyl flooring kitchen tiles in a marble finish give you a modern look without undergoing major renovations.

Vinyl flooring is either covered in a no-wax coating that keeps it shiny and is good for high-traffic areas, urethane which helps resist scuffs or enchanced urethane which holds up to the heaviest traffic and is scratch ad stain-resistant.

Vinyl tile flooring can be installed over your existing tile or vinyl flooring as long as it’s smooth and free from any defects. New vinyl flooring can dramatically change the look of your home and this is a relatively simple DIY project that can be accomplished in a single weekend.

Hardwood floors add warmth to a house and give it a cozy look, but it comes at a high price and with strict maintenance guidelines. If you’re looking for an economical and durable alternative to hardwood floors, go with luxury vinyl plank flooring (LVP) instead. Vinyl wood flooring mimics the texture and color of hardwood with easier cleanup. Clean up spills quickly, sweep and mop with a damp rag and you’re good to go.

Luxury vinyl plank also comes in various sizes and widths, so you can get exactly the look you’re going for. Luxury vinyl plank flooring is water resistant, and some waterproof, unlike traditional hardwood floors. Proper installation is key since gaps do need to be sealed to prevent moisture from seeping through the floor. Luxury vinyl wood flooring will work in any room in your home if installed correctly.

Luxury vinyl plank is thicker than traditional vinyl plank flooring, thanks to the built-in underlayment layer. It not only feels better but is quieter too. With luxury vinyl plank flooring, you’ll never have to worry about your footsteps waking the baby or disturbing company.

Sheet vinyl flooring comes in either cut-to-length vinyl flooring rolls of 12-foot-wide by 1-foot-long pieces, or pre-cut 1x1 foot squares. The adhesive types and methods will vary by floor style. Sheet vinyl flooring is water-resistant and ideal for high-moisture areas, like mudrooms, laundry rooms and basements because it can be installed seamlessly. The faux grout lines or wood planks give this type of vinyl flooring a realistic look that instantly transforms any space with minimal effort.

With proper surface preparation, vinyl flooring can be installed over any standard underlayment, concrete, old ceramic tile, wood or non-cushioned vinyl flooring. Stability and water resistance make vinyl a good choice for any room at grade level, as well as rooms that are above or below grade level.

There are three vinyl floor installation options for vinyl tile, vinyl plank flooring or sheet vinyl:

• Interlocking vinyl planks
• Vinyl floor glue
• Peel-and-stick vinyl flooring

Protect vinyl floors from things like direct sun exposure, scratches from furniture and accidental spills to keep it looking as good as the day it was installed. Take a few precautions and extra steps to ensure your vinyl flooring stands up to the test of time and retains its durability and moisture-resistant qualities that made you choose it in the first place.