Choosing new floors can feel like a balancing act of performance, durability, and visual appeal. Luxury vinyl flooring is a great choice to meet all three, offering superior stain and scuff resistance and the natural looks of wood and stone. From rich, textured imitation hardwood panels to sleek but soft imitation stone tiles, luxury vinyl can lend your New Hampshire homestead rustic charm and ease of maintenance.
If you're ready for your local New Hampshire flooring experts to help you with your luxury vinyl flooring project, reach out to The Home Beautiful Flooring America today!
The three most common formats of luxury vinyl flooring are luxury vinyl planks (LVP), luxury vinyl tiles (LVT), and vinyl sheets.
Luxury Vinyl Planks replicate the appearance of hardwood flooring without sacrificing the durability, water resistance, or softness underfoot of vinyl. LVP can come in a variety of species and highlight warmer, richer, or darker wood gradients with a textured feel to add additional dimension to the floor.
Luxury Vinyl Tiles replicate ceramic or stone tiling without the added maintenance or cold feeling underfoot of stone flooring. LVT also offers superior impact absorption and resistance to chipping or scratching from pet claws compared to stone tiles.
Vinyl Sheets come in large rolls compared to the individual cuts of the two other vinyl formats. These sheets represent an economically efficient flooring solution for high-traffic, high-wear areas like bathrooms, utility rooms, and mudrooms.
Homeowners in the Lakes Region often incorporate coastal decor into their interior design, with driftwood patterns and muted greige palettes complementing both modern and traditional farmhouse styles.
White oak and natural oak-colored luxury vinyl planks offer a warm, honey tone to interiors that help brighten the home during long winter nights.
Many local projects also include wide-cut planks to lend the sensation of more space, complementing open-concept kitchens and living rooms.
Regular sweeping and vacuuming are important for luxury vinyl flooring, as dirt and pet hair can wear away at the flooring over time. Be sure to use a soft-bristled broom or a vacuum meant for hardwood floors.
When mopping a luxury vinyl floor, a damp but not wet mop is ideal, along with a cleaning solution specifically designed for luxury vinyl flooring. Avoid soaking the floor or allowing standing water, as this can seep into and warp vinyl flooring if left unattended.
Avoid bleach and ammonia-based cleaners, as well as abrasive powders, which may grind down the protective layer of the flooring and make liquid and scratch damage more likely.
Professional installation of luxury vinyl flooring can help ensure the longevity of your new floor and prevent costly headaches down the road. Also, depending on whether your flooring is LVP, LVT, or vinyl sheet, the installation process will differ slightly.
For luxury vinyl planks or tiles, the installer will first inspect the subfloor for any damage or rot and clean and repair the subfloor as necessary. Then, an underlayment is placed if needed for extra shock absorption and moisture resistance. After that, the installer will place and lock together the panels or tiles. While these are sometimes glued down, many LVP or LVT floors will "float," meaning they are not affixed directly to the subfloor. Finally, baseboards or molding are placed around the floor to cover expansion gaps.
For vinyl sheets, the cleaning and inspection of the subfloor will be the same. Once the subfloor is prepared, the installer will take the complete dimensions of the space and cut the vinyl sheet to size. An adhesive may be applied under the sheet or around the edges of the floor space, and the sheet is carefully rolled into place to avoid air pockets. After the sheet has been rolled out, baseboards or molding are applied.
The friendly experts at The Home Beautiful Flooring America are ready to help you through the whole flooring process, from choosing the format and style of your vinyl flooring to the end of installation.
The Home Beautiful's installation is also backed by Flooring America's Adore Your Floor Guarantee, to make sure you love your new floor!
The Home Beautiful Flooring America is proud to serve Belmont and the Lakes Region of New Hampshire! If you're considering a new vinyl floor and are ready for a free room measure, reach out today!
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