LVT Flooring
Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT flooring) is ideal for use throughout the home because it is easy to clean and more resistant to scuffs and stains than other flooring types. With the wide selection of wood effects, luxury vinyl tiles can create a natural-looking floor at an affordable price - providing an even blend of practicality and authenticity. Maybe this is why they are arguably the fastest growing floor covering in the world.
Besides being resistant to everyday damage, LVT is also waterproof, making it an excellent choice for kitchens and bathrooms. You might think that these tough, resistant qualities mean it won't be as comfortable underfoot, but that's not the case. Because of the cushioning, LVT floors are both comfortable and quiet to walk on.Although some people choose to install vinyl tiles themselves, most suppliers recommend that professionals install them. Site preparation is essential, with a critical factor being the need to check the sub-floor level. You also need to test for dips or humps using a long straight edge such as a spirit level. Another thing to consider is acclimatisation. It is best to leave the tiles in the room of installation for 48hrs before laying them. This acclimatisation helps to reduce excessive movement after installation.
Laminate Flooring
There is also a comprehensive range of laminate floors available; they come in a large selection of colours, textures and designs. The top veneer of laminate floorboards is a photo print of the type of wood the board is imitating. Because of advancements in design and manufacturing techniques, designs and styling can closely resemble actual wood and natural products.
Similarly to LVT, laminate floors are pretty resistant to stains, scuffs and scratches. This durability again makes laminate suitable for high traffic areas and a relatively inexpensive functional flooring. They are also easy to clean and ideal for homes with pets and children. Laminate floors are not waterproof, though. They rapidly absorb moisture like a sponge. Laminate floors are installed as floating floors. Floorboards are connected to each other but not to the subfloor using this method. Because laminate floors have a modified tongue-and-groove style of joining boards, they install similarly to solid hardwood flooring. However, unlike hardwood flooring, which typically requires professional installation, you can install laminate floors easily with only basic tools. Laminate floors, like all floor coverings, require a strong, solid subfloor.
Find a hardwood floor alternative.
Laminate floors and Luxury Vinyl Tiles are two great alternatives to a solid (more expensive) hardwood floor. By visiting our online carpet store, you can find almost 200 laminate floor products and over 50 LVT products. We select our laminate flooring with care to ensure its quality and value for money. We stock a wide variety, including those supplied by brands like Lifestyle FLOORS, all of which we have approved. Whether you aim to recreate the beauty of a hardwood floor or not, some excellent wooden effect products are available. Our high-quality, luxury vinyl tiles enable you to mix different designs to create unique patterns. Take a look.