Sunday, December 8, 2013

The Simplicity Of Installing Peel And Stick Vinyl Tiles

By Tiffany Gill


The list of options to surface the floors in a home comprises both soft and hard finishes. A common style that has been used for many years is peel and stick vinyl tiles. This is a resilient floor style that is solid yet has some give and many homeowners like it for the advantages it offers.

Vinyl tiles come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit different purposes. Those looking to use them will find twelve inch by twelve inch squares the most common style although they can be produced in other dimensions. The first step before buying is to accurately measure the area that is to be covered. This enables the correct number of pieces to be calculated although buying an extra box and keeping it in storage is a good idea. This means a supply is available should any need to be replaced at a later date.

There are a few areas of a home where vinyl surface floors are one of the best options. Rooms that have water supplies such as bathrooms, kitchens and utility rooms are locations to consider installing them. While tiles are typically designed as flooring there is nothing stopping them being used on walls as well. They can easily be used to create splash backs and other waterproof areas so that they match the look of the floor.

Budget is a consideration in most people's decision on the flooring type to use in their home. Its affordable cost in comparison to other materials makes a vinyl floor an attractive option. As long as the existing floor is sound it does no need to be removed and this makes installation simpler. Washing, drying and priming the surface is all the preparation required before the tiles are laid.

A visit to a home improvement store will show a huge number of styles. Whatever the design of a home it should be easy to find a tile to match. Options available include pieces finished in one color. These can be used to create solid color floors or designs such as a chess board style. Simple to more intricate patterns can also be found and these can bring a nice look to a floor.

Vinyl tiles can be produced to give the look of other materials at a fraction of the cost of the real thing. This includes a stone look that mimics granite, slate or marble. They can also come with a wood finish to create a hardwood-look floor and in this case the pieces can be produced in the shape of wooden planks.

Vinyl is an excellent choice for flooring for a number of reasons. Its durability and hard wearing nature can shield it from damage so that it should continue to look good over a long period of time. There are no onerous requirements when it comes to cleaning, with sweeping and mopping enough to keep it in good condition. The fact that it has some give also makes it a comfortable option.

It doesn't need an expert to lay peel and stick vinyl tiles in a property. Any home owner should be able to do the job themselves. This makes it a cost effective choice when it comes to installation and keeps down the overall price in comparison to other styles of flooring.




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