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Types of Vinyl Flooring in Elgin

Most people remember standard vinyl being a go-to laundry room, bathroom, and kitchen flooring material for ages. Vinyl’s moisture-resistant properties made it the functional choice for rooms that get exposed to water. Vinyl flooring has recently transformed into a better-looking, more practical option:

Standard Vinyl

Standard vinyl is also known as sheet vinyl because it comes in flimsy sheets or squares consisting of thin but coated vinyl with printed designs. Standard sheet vinyl with felt or fiberglass backing provides a thin layer of flooring over the wooden or concrete subfloor, barely thicker than paper. So, it can puncture easily and be uncomfortable to stand on.

Luxury Vinyl

Instead of wallpaper-like sheets or squares, luxury vinyl comes in interlocking, semi-rigid tiles and planks. The multi-layer design of luxury vinyl enhances its toughness, acoustic control, and comfort:

A layer of foam cushions the floor for noise control and greater comfort underfoot
An interlocking core layer
The reinforcing layer of solid PVC
Fiberglass backing
The layer printed with a design to simulate ceramic tile, natural hardwood, or stone
A resilient protective layer resistant to stains and moisture
A clear topcoat

Advantages of Vinyl Flooring

Cost-Effective

On a budget, the price comparison to real wood, tile, and stone makes vinyl flooring a no-brainer. Naturally, high-quality luxury vinyl is costlier than its standard vinyl counterpart. But luxury vinyl is still very affordable and worth it if you consider all the benefits.

Tough

You don’t have to choose between cost-effectiveness and longevity with luxury vinyl. Well-maintained luxury vinyl can hold up for 20-25 years.

The beauty of genuine wood floors comes with the likelihood of scratches, dents, wear, and damage from moisture. Alternately, luxury vinyl is specifically engineered to handle reasonable amounts of humidity and liquid, it won’t tear, and it takes a lot to scratch or stain it. All this considered, luxury vinyl planks and tiles are ideal for bathrooms and families with kids and pets.

Versatile

Though it truly shines in the kitchen, laundry room, or bathroom, vinyl is functional and attractive enough to coordinate with any room and style. It comes in just about every pattern, color, and natural look imaginable.

Comfortable

The hardness of standard vinyl, stone, ceramic, and wood floors can take a toll on the feet after long periods. Additionally, they can be frigid to the touch during cold weather. Luxury vinyl flooring has the advantage of padding that insulates warmth and provides a softer feel underfoot.

No Nonsense

The comparatively methodical nature of installing most other flooring types can be a major hassle, especially in busy, essential places like kitchens and bathrooms.

Re-doing your floors doesn’t have to cause a drawn-out upheaval of your daily life. Vinyl installation is more straightforward and stress-free, so contractors can finish the job and be out of your way long before the project starts causing a nuisance.

The low-maintenance care and cleaning requirements of vinyl have their own appeal. There’s no panic or elbow grease involved in cleaning up messes.

Care Tips for Vinyl Flooring

Admire your vinyl floors for many years by following these basic care Dos and Don’ts:

Vinyl Care “Dos”

Pick up messes right away to help prevent liquids from getting through flooring seams and damaging the inner layers
Try to vacuum or sweep every day to prevent gritty substances like dirt from wearing the protective surface down
Lay mats by entryways to keep dirt and debris away
Use warm water and gentle soap to damp mop weekly
Protect from direct sunlight
Protect while moving furniture
Use only vinyl-approved cleaners and polish

Vinyl Care “Don’ts”

Don’t mop with excessive water or hot water
Don’t leave liquids on vinyl flooring
Don’t use the vacuum’s beater bar
Don’t use steel wool
Don’t steam clean

Why Choose Us for Vinyl Flooring and Installation in Elgin

For a company that prioritizes customer satisfaction with vinyl flooring installation in Elgin, trust Royal Flooring. We uphold a Royal Promise to you:

The Free In-Home Appointment is your chance to narrow down the best floors for you, get a complimentary installation estimate, and apply for affordable financing that we offer to those who qualify.

Our Quality Assurance commitment includes easygoing scheduling and rescheduling and two confirmation calls within the two days before your installation appointment.

Know for sure that you got the most competitive price with the Low Price Guarantee. Up to 30 days after paying for vinyl flooring services, let us know if you’ve found a lower cost with someone else. We’ll refund 110% of the difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here’s anything else you need to know about vinyl flooring installation in South Elgin and beyond:

What is the cost of vinyl flooring installation?

Vinyl flooring installation costs less than pretty much every other type of flooring. Standard vinyl is the least expensive hands-down. Luxury vinyl costs a little more, but with durability and its gorgeous stone, wood, or tile appearance, the price is nothing compared to the real deal.

What rooms can I install vinyl flooring in my home?

Vinyl is so water-resistant, it’s the perfect match for your kitchen, laundry room, and bathroom. But it works in every other room as well, from living rooms to bedrooms. Vinyl holds up to stains and scratches too, so it can withstand rooms where kids and pets hang out.

Why should I hire a professional for vinyl flooring installation in Elgin?

The simple process of installing vinyl is appealing to DIYers. But with Royal Flooring’s Quality Assurance and Low Price Guarantee, you have our word that the finished product of vinyl flooring services will be exactly what you want. Our installation professionals have decades of experience and are vetted to interact respectfully with our customers and handle their belongings.