Vinyl flooring is durable, stylish, and always in style. For these reasons and more, this fantastic family of synthetic plank and tile has proven a Godsend for harried homeowners throughout the land. Easy to maintain and incredibly affordable, vinyl flooring lends realistic hardwood and stone-like looks to any setting.

At Sacramento Flooring Carpet One Floor & Home, we can help you find easy solutions for everyday challenges. We offer up a wide array of vinyl tile and plank, so you’re sure to find the perfect addition for your unique living space.

Types of Vinyl Flooring

Vinyl flooring is offered up in various forms. Sheet vinyl, the most affordable option, is sold by the roll. It’s used to cover large spaces without breaking the bank, making property managers a favorite.

Sheet vinyl has been available for a long time, but it has improved quite drastically in recent years. Modern-day technological advances have made for very convincing, photo-realistic digital imaging processes that look a LOT like natural hardwood and stone. Sheet vinyl is highly affordable and can be used to cover large areas, making it a property manager’s dream come true. It resists moisture and has few visible seams.

WPC, or wood plastic composite flooring, is a popular variety of 100% waterproof vinyl tile and plank. It is exceptionally sturdy, making it a commercial flooring favorite. However, you will also love it for moisture-prone areas in your home. It has hardwood-inspired grains and patterns are very realistic, yet it withstands spills, splashes, and heavy usage.

Rigid core is a popular type of hybrid vinyl. It’s built with a very sturdy core at the center of each flooring plank, so there’s little it can’t overcome. That includes frequent foot traffic, random dance-offs, and daily spills. We love it for its sheer variety: rigid core is offered up in a wide array of colors, finishes, and texture.

Although we wouldn’t want to directly compare actual hardwood to vinyl, vinyl plank is often the better option for spaces prone to moisture, spills, or heavy foot traffic. For those with pets and small kids, vinyl plank is a wise decision. While natural hardwood can easily shrink or expand when it gets wet, vinyl plank can exist amidst moisture and humidity. In fact, types are even waterproof. Resilient and dense, these planks won’t ever need painting, polishing, refinishing, or sanding. As for any accidental spills that happen- simply wipe them away and move on.

Traditionally, ceramic and porcelain tile have been a favorite way to protect moisture-prone floors and walls. Today, however, we’re busier than ever before, and the cost of living has increased. With vinyl tile, fortunately we still can enjoy our favorite looks while staying within our budget and working with our hectic lifestyles. Constructed in sturdy layers, vinyl tile calls on realistic digital imaging to convey an authentic hardwood or stone pattern. Everyday obstacles, like spills, splashes, or heavy foot traffic, are managed with ease, thanks to a protective topcoat and resilient vinyl backing.

Is Vinyl Flooring Waterproof?

All vinyl floors can resist moisture, but select options are truly waterproof. The addition of a watertight core makes your flooring splash resistant. Those products also boast a cork backing. Because of these hidden weapons, waterproof vinyl effectively keeps spills from children and pets from seeping into your subfloor.

Regular vinyl is only equipped to manage the occasional spilled beverage, whereas waterproof vinyl can be counted on to hold its own against constant humidity and the daily threat of moisture or splashes. It will protect your subfloor from seeping spills, thus inhibiting the growth of mildew and mold.

Waterproof vinyl flooring is a kitchen & bathroom favorite, but you certainly won’t want to limit it to your powder room once you experience the beautiful styles and selections currently offered up. If you have pets and small kids in the house, even better! You just might be tempted to install waterproof vinyl in your living room, and we say, “why not?”

Vinyl Flooring Installation

Vinyl flooring can be used in any room. We recommend opting for a waterproof product for kitchen or bathroom projects. Choose from planks and tiles in thousands of styles. There are trendy looks as well as classic designs that won’t ever go out of style. Casual or formal, contemporary, or traditional: vinyl flooring never disappoints.

Vinyl plank and tile are easy to install, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have to lay the groundwork. Before you or your crew begins installation, you’ll want to make sure your room is prepped correctly. Remove all traces of old flooring and adhesives. From there, a subfloor scrub is in order. A clean and dry canvas is always best for your new “work of art.”

Our Vinyl Flooring Selection

With an ever-growing inventory of vinyl flooring products, Sacramento Flooring Carpet One Floor & Home is your destination for design. Here, you’ll encounter all the leading luxury vinyl brands, along with exciting Carpet One Floor & Home exclusives. To learn more about vinyl flooring or browse our latest product displays, visit us at 7324 Folsom Boulevard, Suites B & C, in Sacramento, CA. Stretched for time? Shop us online right now.

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