Choosing the perfect flooring can be a challenging task when you have so many options out there. Apart from functionality, considerations such as longevity, installation, variety, colours, and cost are equally important when choosing flooring. This is where vinyl flooring comes in. An easy-to-maintain choice of flooring for commercial spaces as well as residential areas, it requires only occasional sweeping and mopping to maintain the look and feel of the decking. The Mill International is one of the reputable vinyl flooring suppliers in Singapore, and in this article, we’ll help to introduce you to vinyl flooring, the different types, and its many advantages.
What is vinyl flooring and its benefits?
Highly durable, waterproof, and available in an endless array of colours and designs, vinyl flooring is gaining traction among both business and homeowners, and vinyl flooring suppliers in Singapore are seeing a rise in its popularity especially due to its easy installation methods.Â
Preferred for its thickness and waterproof properties, vinyl flooring guarantees 100% water resistance since it is made of PVC, thus making it a suitable flooring option for F&B establishments and living areas at home, including for those with pets. When cared for properly, vinyl can be a very durable material lasting for at least 10 to 20 years. However, this is only the case if your vinyl is of high quality from a reliable vinyl flooring supplier. Manufactured with practicality in mind so it is extremely easy to maintain, vinyl flooring suppliers recommend just making sure any spillage is wiped off immediately so that it doesn’t leave a residue on the surface.Â
Types of vinyl flooring
The two main types of vinyl flooring are Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) and vinyl roll, both constructed differently to produce different effects. Luxury Vinyl Tiles is a versatile flooring option that has a thickness of between 4mm and 5mm, and a wear layer of between 0.3 mm to 0.5mm. As such, luxury vinyl tiles are perfect for both HDB and private housing in Singapore, providing maximum comfort for walking on your bare feet. Unlike the other vinyl flooring variations, luxury vinyl tiles can be installed using the click-on approach. Luxury vinyl flooring is also an affordable flooring material that can create the look of wood or stone at a fraction of the cost.Â
Vinyl roll on the other hand is fibreglass-cushion-backed flooring that comes in large, continuous, flexible sheets, and is available in an almost limitless number of styles from timeless to more playful designs. It is moisture-proof multi-layered, printed flooring that is available in continuous, large, flexible sheets. The closed-cell foam backing of a vinyl roll can be varied, and can be given the resilience profile of a sprung performance floor, suitable for stage shows, events, exhibits, catwalks and various dance performances. It can also be used as a permanent or portable dance floor which can be laid on problematic surfaces such as concrete, as well as suitable for use in kitchens and bathrooms because vinyl roll does not let water through.
 Being the thinnest form of all vinyl flooring between 2mm and 3mm, the installation of vinyl sheet flooring has to be carefully executed, so as to avoid any unevenness in the flooring. It offers a plethora of designs and colours, and such vinyl sheet flooring is best used for commercial kitchens or offices, where heavy walk-in traffic takes place.
Still have some burning questions in mind? Contact us at The Mill International if you’d like to find out more on vinyl flooring, or are looking for a carpet supplier in Singapore.