Luxury Vinyl Flooring, is it for you?

Vinyl flooring has come a long way since it made it's way into homes in the 1930’s. Thanks to over 90 years of enhancements we are lucky to have incredibly durable, stain resistant, affordable and oh so stylish options. To help you decide whether vinyl is right for you, we’ve put together a pro's & con's expert guide. Cons of Vinyl Flooring. Although vinyl flooring is incredibly versatile and low maintenance, there are a couple of things worth noting. While luxury vinyl is durable, it can be prone to gouges by sharp objects. Unfortunately it also cannot be refinished, so when it’s damaged, it needs to be removed and replaced. Luckily vinyl is such an affordable option a small repair won't hurt the bank too much. When installing vinyl, you need to work with a flat sub-floor. Surfaces that aren’t completely level, or have small bumps can cause visible lumps to appear in the surface of your flooring. We can do this for you. If your sub-floors need any levelling work our experts can provide this service and it will be included in your quote. Pros of Vinyl Flooring There are a number of pros to installing luxury vinyl Low maintenance. We consider Vinyl flooring the easiest floor to clean. All it takes is a quick sweep followed by a mop, it'd perfect for the vac/mop combination machines taking over the market. A well-installed and properly maintained vinyl floor can last well over 20 years. Vinyl flooring is designed with a clear wear layer, which acts as a surface barrier, protecting your floor from stains, spills and water. Great option for wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens or laundries. Vinyl doesn’t get cold in winter and generally provides a softer surface than timber or tiles, keeping you comfortable all year round. Great value! Did we mention how affordable vinyl is?? Get the luxe look for less. Available in a huge assortment of colours and styles, including some that look like stone tiles or timber planks, vinyl flooring suits any space. All in all Luxury Vinyl flooring is the number one pick that will suit any budget, style and flooring needs. Need help deciding? You can look through our website gallery, download our latest brochure or visit our showroom for inspiration and our staff are always here to assist with any queries.