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Vinyl Flooring

Vinyl flooring is the tried and true waterproof, durable and versatile flooring solution.

Vinyl options come in either a sheet or plank form depending on the situation. Vinyl can reflect the natural styles of laminate and hybrid flooring, while being economical, durable and easy to maintain. Vinyl flooring is glued to the subfloor, making it easy to remove damaged planks without lifting out the rest of the flooring around it.

Vinyl flooring is composed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), along with some other elements for flexibility, color and texture. As we said above, vinyl flooring comes in 2 forms:

LVT: Most of our vinyl flooring is sold in planks, which are rigid but almost entirely mimic the feel of hardwood flooring or ceramic tiles. Being installed in planks, they are also easy to DIY and fast to install.

Roll Vinyl: For larger areas, we also sell vinyl rolls, which are flexible and continuous. There are a large amount of designs and styles for roll vinyl for all environments that you may wan

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Vinyl flooring provides excellent short-term water exposure damage resistance, making it suitable to install in kitchen areas However, it may warp or damage under extended exposure to water, such as in cases of flooding, and in such cases it is recommended to check the residential product warranty.

Vinyl flooring prices are generally similar in cost to most hybrid options, however laminate is a consistently less expensive option than both.

Vinyl flooring has similar properties to Hybrid such as being waterproof, high scratch resistance and durability while offering the ability to easily change individual planks without removing adjacent ones. Compared to laminate flooring, vinyl offers the great advantage of being waterproof and easier to maintain/clean.

The lifespan for all types of flooring depends on their exposure to daily wear and the buyer’s maintenance. However, for residential use and with proper care, vinyl flooring will last between 15 and 25 years, while laminate flooring will last between 10 and 25 years based on the level of care. Hybrid flooring will last between 20 to 30 years.

Vinyl installation requires glueing down the planks to the subfloor, which is viable to do DIY, but more difficult than a floating system. At IKA Housing, we can provide Vinyl installation, however the cost depends on multiple factors:

  • Size of the room: The larger the room, the higher the cost of installation.
  • Vinyl Roll or Vinyl Planks: Vinyl Roll is generally less costly to install than Vinyl Planks, due to its reduced thickness and versatility.
  • Labor costs: The cost of installation can vary depending on the complexity of the project and the experience of the installer.
  • Installation Material costs: There may be additional installation costs involved, such as material to level the subfloor or the cost of vinyl glue.
  • Generally, the installation cost for Vinyl Rolls and Tiles range from 25$ to 35$, however this could be higher or lower depending on your situation. It is best to contact us if you want an accurate installation estimate for your project.

For the most quality out of your Vinyl flooring over a long period of time, you should clean your floors to maintain no stains or dirt build up. This can be done by vacuuming and brushing high traffic areas every day, and also wiping the floor every week with a damp mop or moist cloth. Vinyl flooring is scratch and stain resistant inherently, so you can look forward to easy maintenance.