Homeowners in 2023 are going to look at replacing their home flooring with a larger focus on saving money due to the cost of living crisis. Whilst this has undoubtably put a strain on home design budgets, it has not limited overall style choice.
There are cost-effective alternatives in the flooring market that replicate the exact look of expensive hardwood or stone flooring - and delivers much more satisfactory results. At Galloway Flooring, we know how to provide the perfect look at a fraction of the cost. Here we look into why products such as luxury vinyl flooring are the best option when trying to keep on top of your finances.
Why Vinyl Flooring?
You can be forgiven for believing that cheaper flooring would relate to a cheap product in its design. We have had it fed into us that top quality products cost more for a reason. However, cheaper flooring products have a wealth onto themselves that regular flooring options do not.
The relative ease on your bank balance is an obvious benefit, but luxury vinyl flooring is designed to protect against forces expensive flooring has never mastered. Those that have fitted their homes with vinyl flooring have been feeling both financial benefits and continued savings that this particular option provides.
Easy Maintenance
Not only are the various brands of vinyl planks and tiles an affordable option for today's homeowners, it is incredibly easy to take care of.
Most days, all it would take to keep the floor looking healthy is a quick sweep with a non-brittle brush and a once-over mop with warm soapy water. Vinyl flooring does not require expensive cleaning products in order to stay healthy, unlike a carpet would with shampoo or hardwood with varnishes and wood treatments. Vinyl remains highly resistant to wear and tear for decades with simple care measures, making it a solid long-term investment in your home aesthetic.
Durability
Vinyl tiles and planks are designed to be of a higher durability than any other flooring. Whilst carpet tiles and wooden planks may look great in a kitchen or bathroom setting, they are not a waterproof option, requiring replacement within 7-10 years.
Vinyl products are designed to be 100% waterproof so that your subfloor is fully protected from moisture. That is what makes luxury vinyl ideal for rooms where underfloor heating systems are planned to be installed. As well as waterproof, vinyl is highly heat resistant so any underfloor heating setup would not cause the tiles to warp from changes in temperature. The savings you get from not requiring repairs due to heat or water damage makes vinyl the perfect choice for water risk rooms such as bathrooms and kitchens.
Style Variety
One of the biggest problems vinyl flooring used to have was its limitations in design. Today it is a completely different story.
Domestic vinyl flooring has revolutionised the flooring industry by replicating many diverse styles. It is no longer limited to a look of light or dark wood flooring - it has evolved to effortlessly replicate the looks of stone, ceramic and even porcelain designs. The best thing is that most people would never know the difference, viewing your home as an expensive refurbishment without considering vinyl was below their feet.
Whilst vinyl flooring has upfront expenditure in the amount of tiles or planks, and professional installation hire, it is still a vast difference over costs associated with hardwood, carpet and stone flooring. To discover a world beneath your feet that does not deplete your home design budget, talk with Galloway Flooring and uncover the potential with luxury vinyl flooring.
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