Vinyl Flooring For Your Kitchen

In contrast to Lino, Vinyl is completely synthetic but it is also highly practical, particularly I the kitchen. It is flexible, waterproof, and reasonable affordable and easy to keep clean. It also comes in a host of colors and patterns. The most popular contemporary vinyl are those which mimic natural flooring materials – wood, stone, marble, for example or even glass and steel. These can be expensive but need no sealers and little upkeep, so after cost are low. Vinyl does not wear particularly well, however and can be damaged by heels or heavy item drag on the surface.

Durability & Life Expectancy
A properly installed and maintained, high quality vinyl floor can last 20 to 30 years. Recent improvements in wear layers have enhanced vinyl's resistance to stains, scratches, moisture and fading. Because the 12' width allows for fewer or even no seams, vinyl floors reduce or eliminate places where dirt or moisture can accumulate. Vinyl's surface is waterproof for worry-free living, even when spills are not wiped up immediately. Because of all of these benefits, vinyl sheet is one of the best choices for high traffic areas, or households with active children or pets. You can get a reliable flooring contractor here.
Keep in mind:
* Thinner vinyl is more susceptible to gouging and other durability problems.
* Thicker vinyl is a better choice for performance in high-traffic areas.

Typical Warranties
Five to 20 year range, depending on quality, against rips tear, gouges and stains. Better quality floors carry a lifetime warranty on manufacturing defects and wear-through. Lower end products may warrant for fewer years and/or just certain aspects.

Care & Maintenance
The original and still the best, easy care resilient flooring! Vinyl never needs waxing, buffing or polishing. Simply sweep as needed and mop occasionally with a vinyl floor cleaner. Liquids pool on the surface, making clean-up easy. Because vinyl is waterproof and stain resistant, clean-ups can wait until you're ready to mop them up.