Durable and affordable, vinyl planks and tile have become an increasingly popular flooring solution for modern homes, rental units, commercial spaces, and more. With an endless selection of styles available, transforming your space into your picture perfect room has never been easier. Learn more about vinyl flooring below!
What Is Vinyl Flooring?
Vinyl flooring refers to a broad category of products including sheets, tiles, and planks. As a product that came to prominence in the 1940s both during and after the Second World War. As an incredibly durable and yet affordable option, the production and development of vinyl steadily increased, with vinyl planks (often referred to as luxury vinyl tile or LVT) hitting the market in the 1970s. Today, vinyl, in its many forms, serves as a valuable option for home and business owners looking to customize their space at a fraction of the cost of other solutions like hardwood or stone.
Basic Notes On Composition
Vinyl flooring planks are created using a layering technique involving the following components:
- A base layer to support the entire plank
- Fibreglass to keep the plank flat
- A cushioning layer to add bounce and texture
- The pattern layer, which determines the overall look (can easily replicate stone, marble, hardwood, and more)
- A wear layer to protect the pattern
- The topcoat to add sheen and protect the wear layer.
The finished product, particularly where planks are concerned is a rigid, waterproof product that is able to be placed with ease and that stand up to the demands of constant foot traffic over time!
Plenty of Benefits to Be Found
In addition to being cost effective and stylish, there are plenty of benefits to be found with vinyl flooring. Such benefits include ease of installation, long life cycle, simple maintenance, highly water resistant (making it ideal for utility rooms and basements), and more. For those looking for an incredibly versatile solution capable of standing up to regular foot traffic, the demands of pets and little ones, and style without breaking the bank, LVT is ideal.
Luxury Vinyl Tile At Ashley Fine Floors
Ashley Fine Floors is proud to be a leading supplier of flooring solutions for the Edmonton Region. Our inventory features a wide selection of luxury vinyl tile products for you to choose from. Visit us in store, or contact our team today to learn more!