Buyers Guide To Vinyl Click Flooring
While we now have the luxury of choice when it comes to flooring, we’ve also got the burden of comparison. In a world of ever-evolving technology, the market is saturated with options, and sometimes knowing which is the best flooring to choose for our home can become tiresome. In this blog, we’ve given you the vital answers to help you transform your home.
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What Is Vinyl Click Flooring?
Vinyl click flooring is a type of Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) that locks together with a tongue-and-groove mechanism. It’s durable, waterproof and a dream to maintain – just like regular LVT – but with the added benefit of being quick and easy to install. Rather than having to glue it down, you’re able to interlock the planks together, saving time, mess and money.
Advantages of Vinyl Click Flooring
Affordable
Between five and ten times cheaper than real wood flooring, vinyl click flooring is extremely cost-effective while still giving your home a look and feel of luxury. For competitively priced flooring that doesn’t compromise quality - this is the way to go. Add to that the benefit of easy installation and you’ll be saving a great deal of money.
Easy Installation
You can forget complex and costly tools when it comes to installing your vinyl click flooring. There’s no need to worry about complicated and labour-intensive installation techniques. You can even lay your click flooring right on top of hardwood floors or tiles. If you’re considering a big renovation in your home or commercial space, this option will save you time and money.
Design
Whether you’re looking for a design that closely mirrors that of a genuine wood floor or you’re feeling bold and want to go for an unconventional colour, there are endless choices when it comes to the style of flooring out there. Nowadays, you’ll find an array of options in terms of pattern and texture, so matching – or contrasting – your decor will be easy.
Very Durable
It’s a pet- and child-friendly flooring and can withstand most of the rigours of daily life. So whether you’re choosing to install it in a high-traffic area, such as a hallway or office space, or you’re transforming your bedroom, you’ll get longevity and a great look when you choose vinyl click flooring.
Easy Maintenance and Repair
Requiring little more than a regular sweep and a damp mop, vinyl click flooring is great for those who don’t want to be scrubbing and micro-polishing their floors every week. In fact, avoiding excess water is recommended, so cleaning is extremely easy. Also, if you have to carry out any repairs, this is a pretty simple process, and most boxes will have extra planks in case you accidentally dent your flooring.
Underfloor Heating
As with any vinyl flooring, there are some requirements when it comes to fitting vinyl click flooring over underfloor heating, but it’s perfectly safe to do so. In fact, this type of flooring is one of the best for laying over your underfloor heating system.
Comfort
Softer on the surface than other hardwood flooring, vinyl click flooring is really comfortable to walk on. Another amazing fact is that this flooring can really stay at room temperature. So you don’t have to worry about a cold chill in the winter!
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Vinyl Flooring FAQs
Can You Glue Down Vinyl Click Flooring?
Click flooring doesn’t require glueing, which makes it a really easy install. Instead, it floats over the underlay. Glueing it down can cause extra work and even some damage that can reduce the lifespan of your floor. There shouldn’t be a need to glue down this flooring because its click mechanism means it will be secure and stay in place.
Do I Need Underlay For Vinyl Click Flooring?
Vinyl flooring is made up of different layers, so generally, an underlay is not necessary. It is important, though, to check your subfloor is completely flat because this may cause issues further down the line if it’s an uneven surface. The great thing about underlay is that it adds an extra layer of comfort underfoot and works as a great sound absorber. Check out our Underlay Buyers Guide for more information.
Is Vinyl Click Flooring Waterproof?
Thinking about laying vinyl click flooring in your kitchen, bathroom or mudroom? Go for it! All LVT floors are waterproof, making them a safe choice for these areas. This is all thanks to the click system that locks the planks together tightly and the water-resistant wear layer, preventing water from seeping through.
Bottom line? The pros massively outweigh the cons when it comes to buying this type of flooring. Not only does it come in a range of styles, it’s also suitable for every room in the house as well as commercial spaces. Ready to transform your home?
