Considering replacing your floor? Have you thought about replacing your floors with luxury vinyl planks or tiles? More and more homeowners are beginning to install luxury vinyl planks (LVP) flooring for a number of reasons. Luxury vinyl plank flooring is a very durable material and highly diverse. Mikes Custom Flooring will like to shine the spotlight on LVP and why more and more homeowners are installing luxury vinyl flooring in their home.
Vinyl Plank Floors are Cost Effective
LVP flooring is a relatively affordable flooring option. When comparing LVP flooring to hardwood floor materials they are often more cost effective which includes installation and additional installation materials. LVP flooring can mimic a number of different hardwood flooring surfaces. Not only is LVP flooring cost effective to buy and install, the cost of maintenance is also far less then other flooring options.
Installation of Vinyl Plank Flooring is Quick & Easy
LVTP flooring comes in different installation methods. One is an inter locking method much like laminate flooring. Another method uses a strong adhesive the inter lock around the edges of each plank. The last common method is a glue down method that allow for tighter seems. LVP flooring comes in different plank sizes and like any engineered flooring they range in quality. The better quality LVP flooring will also mimic textures creating more convincing replica.
Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring
LVP flooring is highly versatile meaning it can be installed any where inside the home. LVP flooring can be used in bathrooms, kitchen, living rooms and even on stair cases. LVP flooring is durable and is waterproof and even impacted resistant. LVP flooring is one of the few types of floor the can withstand impact, you can find a demonstration online where a bowling ball was drop on the flooring with no effects. So many people love the look of wood floors in their bathroom, with LVP flooring that is now possible.
Vinyl Floors are Easy to Clean
LVP flooring is also super easy to keep clean. As LVP flooring is waterproof it is also stain resistant. All that is needed to keep LVP floors clean is a broom or vacuum, and a mop. You can use plain water to clean the surface. However, do avoid strong concentrations of bleach; if disinfection is needed use a 1 to 10 ratio. Avoid dragging furniture or using vacuums with beater bars as they can scratch the surface.
Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Lasts!
LVP flooring has a very long life span as water, heat and impact has little effect on the flooring. Unless cut or scratched, LVP flooring can easily last 25 to 30 years. If you are looking for a flooring that will last a long time, that doesn’t require a ton of maintenance; LVP flooring is perfect for you.
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Luxury vinyl plank flooring is simply a great flooring material that works well in different climates, and can be installed anywhere in the home with easy. For those who are considering replacing their floor and want LVP flooring installed in their home contact Mike’s Custom Flooring. We provide installation and ongoing care for wood, laminate, engineered, and LVP flooring. Contact Mike’s Custom Flooring and schedule our services today.
