Vinyl Bathroom Flooring
Vinyl flooring is one of the most popular options for the bathroom. It is affordable, easy to clean, and comes in a variety of styles and patterns. Most importantly, vinyl flooring resists moisture penetration and comes in slip retardant surfaces. A floor’s resilience against steam, splashing, and humidity is an important consideration when selecting a bathroom flooring option. Other options, such as carpet, hardwood, and laminate floors, harbor mold and are highly absorbent.
Vinyl floors are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a hard plastic. They are fire retardant and do not burn easily. Known to bounce back from the weight on their surface, vinyl floors reduce noise and are comfortable to walk on. Vinyl floors come in tiles and sheets that are coated with a shiny or matte finished wear layer. Available in 12-foot rolls, sheets are extensive enough to cover the surface of a bathroom without seams. This type of continuous flooring is recommended because it eliminates the problem of moisture seepage through seams or grout lines.
Solid vinyl sheets are homogenous because they consist of the same material from top to bottom. Vinyl composition tile (VCT) is also available, made with a variation of solid vinyl and synthetic fillers and binders. An infinite variety of pre-selected or custom styles, colors, and patterns can be inlaid or printed on individual sheets. Vinyl floors can be cushioned or non-cushioned. These low maintenance floors are also easy to install and clean. Because grit and dirt can be ground into the material, vinyl floors should be swept or mopped regularly. Potentially staining wet spots should be dried promptly. Also, heavy furniture can scratch or dent the vinyl and should be placed on rugs. With these simple precautions, you will enjoy a hardy, low-maintenance floor on your bathroom for years to come.
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