Date: January 24, 2022

Some people choose vinyl flooring because it gives the impression of “back to nature” and is more aesthetic. Vinyl flooring is a type of synthetic-based flooring that is widely used because of its luxurious appearance and affordable price. Vinyl is available in tile (board) or sheet type. In order for the house to look as expected, it is important to pay attention to what are the tips for choosing vinyl before installing it on the floor of your house.

Tips for choosing vinyl for the floor of the house

Architect from SAIA Architecture, Ariko Andikabina said, the initial tips in choosing vinyl are to adjust it to the budget you have. “For vinyl, adjust the budget. The application is also relatively easy, some are added with adhesives, some do not need to be added with adhesives,” said Ariko when contacted by Kompas.com, Saturday (22/1/2022). According to him, what needs to be considered whether vinyl sheet or tile is when the vinyl has veins or fibers, then adjust the direction of the fiber according to the design. In addition, homeowners also need to make sure the floor to be installed on vinyl is flat. “For the thickness of vinyl as needed, there are many sizes on the market, 5 mm is enough, because thicker than 5 mm doesn’t really affect it too much,” he continued. If the vinyl is less than 5 mm thick, it will usually feel comfortable if the floor is uneven. Therefore, it is important to level the plinth floor. Ariko explained, if you tend to change tastes easily or want to replace the vinyl that is already installed, you can use vinyl that does not need adhesive. This is because the adhesive vinyl is a bit difficult to clean when peeled off.

Advantages and disadvantages of vinyl flooring

Quoted from Kompas.com, (12/11/2013), vinyl flooring has advantages and disadvantages. Here are the details:

Advantages of vinyl

First, the surface of vinyl is smoother than wood floors.

In addition, because it is coated with cloth or foam at the bottom, the vinyl floor also feels more comfortable when stepped on. The softness of this floor provides flexibility in its installation. Second, there are many options available.

Colors, styles, patterns, whatever you want are generally available. Vinyl floors are also designed to imitate other materials, such as stone or wood. From a distance, you will find it difficult to see the difference between vinyl flooring and the original material.

Third, relatively durable.

Some vinyl flooring manufacturers even claim that their products can last between 15 to 20 years. In addition, this floor is also strong because it can hold dirt and hold water. Maintenance is easy too. You just need to sweep and mop occasionally to make sure the floor is always clean.

Lack of vinyl

Even though it looks elegant and luxurious, vinyl flooring also has drawbacks, such as:

First, regarding the material, it is made of.

Vinyl is made using polyvinyl chloride (PVC). PVC is able to release volatile organic compounds (VOC) into the air. For people who are sensitive to it, of course this will be very dangerous. However, since 2010 many factories have started to reduce the PVC content in their products.

Second, if you are installing vinyl flooring on ceramic tile, vinyl flooring, or other materials, make sure the first layer is clean. Otherwise, the adhesive will not work properly and will come off faster.

Third, due to the relatively soft nature of vinyl flooring, it doesn’t harm your tiny electronics if they fall. Unfortunately, this floor is actually in danger if it is hit by a sharp object. Moving even heavy furniture is at risk of damage. In fact, this floor is relatively difficult to repair. You must replace it if it is damaged.