Initially, parquet was considered to be a floor covering made of one hundred percent natural wood. He needed constant and very laborious care, which took a lot of time and money. If a natural board could not be continuously processed, its appearance gradually deteriorated, some floor elements could rot, sag, etc. That is why today, thanks to innovative technologies, vinyl parquet was invented, which lasts much longer, does not It requires such careful care, besides it costs an order of magnitude cheaper.
General characteristics of flooring
This material is based on such an element as homogeneous polyvinyl chloride. Its percentage in this coating is 60-80. Additives used in the manufacture of flooring are stabilizers, pigments and plasticizers. Thus, it is natural quartz and vinyl that provide this flooring with its unique qualities. Just note that vinyl flooring is characterized by such features as wear resistance, elasticity, moisture resistance, fire safety, resistance to chemicals, etc.
Parquet structure
Each plank of vinyl flooring is two-layer. The lowest layer is durable vinyl, which is slightly offset to the left with respect to all subsequent upper materials. It is at the place of this displacement that the adhesive tape is located, which allows the flooring to be made using the “floating method”, which, in turn, provides a flexible floor structure. The top layer is a surface that completely mimics the structure of a tree. Also, vinyl flooring is always covered with a protective ceramic layer, which makes it both flexible and durable. It is very convenient for the consumer that this flooring is available in any shape and size. A rectangle with parameters of 30 x 21.5 x 0.16-0.32 cm is considered standard, however, if desired, you can find or order square or even triangular tiles.
Material Features
Moisture resistance and durability are the main features that vinyl flooring boasts. The reviews of the owners who mounted this decorative material at home tell us that it can be laid not only in the rooms, but also in the kitchens, and even in the bathrooms. The protective topcoat ensures complete tightness, so that moisture does not get under the floor. A relief that is invisible to the eye, which is formed by ceramic spraying, makes the surface slightly rough. Therefore, according to users, if you stand on such a wet floor in the bathroom, you will never slip and fall. Moreover, it is thanks to this thin layer of ceramics that vinyl parquet is very easy to care for.
Versatility and flexibility
In the truest sense of the word, vinyl flooring is a very flexible material. It fits perfectly on any floor surface, perfectly smooths out minor imperfections and gives the room a complete and well-groomed appearance. The universality of the material lies in the fact that it can be mounted both in residential apartments, where it will last more than half a century, and in office, commercial premises. The pattern will not be erased for more than forty years, which can be said about deformation. By the way, if initially your floor is not too smooth, then the installation of such a flexible floor will be the best solution. Due to its technical features, it will hide all the flaws.
You need to choose the right brand
The quality of this floor covering, like any other material, is determined not only by general data, but also by the manufacturer. The most recommended option is Allure Floor vinyl flooring, which can be purchased at any building hypermarket in the country. He has all of the above qualities, in addition, you can choose absolutely any option - both in terms of color and texture, and in terms of shape.