Can Vinyl Flooring Be Used In Commercial Applications?

Vinyl plank flooring is cost effective flooring designed to resemble hardwood. Vinyl plank is less expensive than authentic hardwood flooring options. Vinyl plank flooring is available for purchase and installation in strips; it is available in a wide variety of styles and colors that imitate real categories of wood.

Most vinyl plank flooring is made of plastic (polyvinyl chloride). There are three core elements to vinyl plank flooring pieces: felt paper, vinyl foam, and protective layer.

In addition to saving thousands of dollars compared to genuine wood flooring, consumers of vinyl plank flooring enjoy several other benefits. These include economically feasible pricing and flexibility, its wear layer and moisture resistant properties, variety, accommodating pricing to meet nearly any budget.

Vinyl plank flooring design is especially popular in commercial spaces because it offers the beauty of natural wood, with durability and resistance far surpassing laminate and hardwood.

One of the top advantages of vinyl plank flooring is moisture resistance properties. Vinyl plank flooring was designed to withstand minor moisture exposure without distorting or getting destroyed. Vinyl plank flooring is 100% waterproof.

Even in the extreme scenario of major flood damage, vinyl plank flooring can be uninstalled, dried, and reinstalled.

Another word for the wear layer of vinyl plank flooring is the top surface. The wear layer determines the durability, stain, and scratch resistance of vinyl plank flooring. It is clear in appearance and urethane based. The thickest wear layers guarantee higher resistance and durability. Commercial vinyl flooring applications need a top layer measuring at least 20 mil.

Vinyl plank flooring is one of the easiest types of flooring to install. Since vinyl plank flooring is designed to lay on top of subflooring, the type of vinyl plank flooring and subfloor material determine if a floor underlayment is necessary.

Including the floor preparation and method of installation (click lock, glue down, or loose lay), installation only takes a few hours.

Just as with any flooring in your home, regular cleaning is required. Regular cleaning consists of sweeping, washing, and spot cleaning. Sweeping on a regular basis removes dust, dirty, and debris that can scratch vinyl plank flooring if it’s not addressed for a long period of time. Sweeping should be completed with a microfiber mop pad or a vacuum.

Washing should occur on a weekly basis micro-fiber wet mop using a pH neutral cleaning agent. Be sure to strictly follow the manufacturer instructions and follow its recommended pH neutral cleaning agent. Spills and other accidents should be treated immediately with a damp cloth and the same pH neutral cleaning agent recommended in the manufacturer instructions.

Heavy furniture should be cushioned with pads before it’s moved to vinyl plank flooring to avoid scratching.

Vinyl plank flooring is an excellent flooring source to utilize and has many attractive perks. The key benefits are its price, durability, endurance, low-maintenance, and endurance.