{"id":1528,"date":"2017-08-29T12:12:44","date_gmt":"2017-08-29T11:12:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/advice\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=1528"},"modified":"2019-10-29T17:19:58","modified_gmt":"2019-10-29T17:19:58","slug":"vinyl-flooring-right-choice","status":"publish","type":"project_page_element","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/advice\/projects\/flooring\/vinyl-flooring-right-choice\/","title":{"rendered":"Vinyl Flooring: Is it the Right Choice for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vinyl flooring is really popular and a great material to use to cover your floor. Lots of people choose to use it because it\u2019s water resistant and comes in a wide range of attractive colours and patterns.<\/p>\n

Vinyl flooring comes in both tiles and sheets. Tiles are relatively DIY-friendly, which is great if you want flooring that you can fit yourself. Installing sheets are more difficult so are usually best left to a professional.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re thinking about getting vinyl flooring, it\u2019s a good idea to do your research to check that it\u2019s right for you. To help you out, we\u2019ve come up with a list of its pros and cons.<\/p>\n

Pros<\/h3>\n

Durable<\/h5>\n

A significant advantage to vinyl flooring is that it\u2019s durable. It can withstand heavy foot traffic easily and is suitable for areas with high levels of moisture, like bathrooms. This contrasts with carpet and wooden flooring, which are easily damaged by water.<\/p>\n

Quiet<\/h5>\n

Another benefit to vinyl flooring is that it\u2019s quiet. This is great if you\u2019ve pets or children running around. Unlike wooden or laminate flooring, vinyl will keep your home relatively quiet. Plus, it has more give than harder types of flooring, which means it\u2019s more comfortable to walk on.<\/p>\n

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Versatile<\/h5>\n

People also choose vinyl flooring because it\u2019s versatile. It\u2019s available in lots of different colours, patterns and effects so is a great way to coordinate your home.<\/p>\n

Cons<\/h3>\n

Susceptible to damage<\/h5>\n

A downside to vinyl flooring is that it\u2019s susceptible to damage. Although it\u2019s generally durable, it can get damaged by very heavy objects or high heels. It can also fade when exposed to direct sunlight over long periods and get damaged in extreme temperatures.<\/p>\n

Difficult to repair<\/h5>\n

Another disadvantage to vinyl flooring is that it\u2019s difficult to repair. If it gets ripped or torn then it can\u2019t be refinished \u2013 instead you\u2019ll have to replace the whole flooring section.<\/p>\n

Not environmentally friendly<\/h5>\n

Vinyl is also not a great option because it\u2019s not very environmentally friendly. It\u2019s not biodegradable and is almost never recycled so contributes to waste levels. Plus, its manufacturing process means that it releases toxic chemicals after installation, which can lead to respiratory problems.<\/p>\n

So vinyl flooring could be a great material to use in your home. If you want to install vinyl and need some help, click \u2018Start my project\u2019<\/a> and complete our online form. We\u2019ll connect you with up to 4 flooring installers in your area.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Vinyl can create a practical and attractive floor space in your home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":1538,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"tax_works":[52],"class_list":["post-1528","project_page_element","type-project_page_element","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tax_works-flooring"],"acf":{"price_time":[{"acf_fc_layout":"time_limit","time_title_label":"Installation time","time_detail_label":"Approx. 1 - 2 days","time_sub_detail_label":"Depending on the area size"},{"acf_fc_layout":"price","price_title_label":"Cost","price_detail_label":"Approx. \u00a35 - \u00a330 per square metre","price_sub_detail_label":""}],"benefits_inconvenients":[{"benefits":"