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Sheet vinyl floors are one large roll of vinyl perfect for those high-moisture and high-traffic areas in your home.
The choice is yours.
Browse our sheet vinyl types and get to know the benefits and considerations of each.
Traditional Sheet vinyl flooring is an affordable flooring option that is beautiful and durable. It comes in a roll that is cut to size and is a single solid surface making it an excellent choice for moisture-prone rooms like kitchens and baths
Ideal Rooms
Bathrooms, mudrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens.
Benefits
It lasts – When properly maintained, sheet vinyl flooring can last a very long time. Manufacturers offer 15-25 year warranties.
Economical and resistant – Sheet vinyl is one of the most affordable flooring choices. It’s also resistant to water, which makes it a great choice for many rooms.
Stays warm – Sheet vinyl floors are comfortable on the feet and do not get cold in the winter.
Easy to maintain – Just ensure that grit and dirt are swept or vacuumed daily (don’t use the beater bar on your vacuum as it could damage the floor) to maintain the surface of the floor. Use a damp mop and a manufacturer-approved vinyl floor cleaner to remove stains.
Considerations
Sponge-like qualities -If a sharp object is dropped or dragged, it can cause a gouge or scratch on the floor.
Colour fading – Sheet vinyl is susceptible to colour fading due to prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Cannot be refinished – Sheet vinyl cannot be refinished.
Fibreglass vinyl flooring gives you a new level of strength and cushion to the floor.
Ideal Rooms
Bathrooms, mudrooms, playrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens.
Benefits
Easy on the feet – Made with thick dense layers of foam backing, this floor is soft and comfortable underfoot.
Easy to install – Fiberglass sheet vinyl can be installed as a loose lay or modified loose lay
Easy to maintain – It won’t shrink, warp or change size after exposure to wetness.
Considerations
Sponge-like qualities – If a sharp object is dropped or dragged, it can cause a gouge or scratch on the floor.
Colour fading – Sheet vinyl is susceptible to colour fading due to prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Tips to think about.
Better Resistance
The more expensive sheet vinyl flooring will have better resistance to staining, scratches, gouges and tearing and offer better warranties. The higher quality vinyl floors also have improved styling and more textural realism.
The Wear Layer
The wear layer is the top and most important layer of a vinyl floor. A wear layer thickness can range between 6 and 40 mils and the thicker the wear layer, the more durable the floor will be.
Use Floor protectors
Use floor protectors on furniture to reduce indentation. The heavier the item, the wider the floor protector needed.
Pre Work
Depending on the existing floor covering, there could be an additional expense if removal of your old flooring is required. Also depending on the condition of your sub-floor, additional work may be needed.
Installed by us.
You’ll receive your Nufloors pre-installation guide which will outline everything you need to know regarding installation.
Paint
If you are planning to paint, wallpaper, or do any other remodeling in the room, try to do this before your flooring is installed. Keep extra paint to allow for post-installation touchups.
Move Furniture
Who is moving the furniture? Plan this in advance. Ensure to remove all fragile items from the room.
Remove your existing Floor
Make sure you know who is removing your existing flooring. Speak with [store_name] about this.
Check door clearances
Measure door clearances before you have your new flooring installed. If the new flooring is thicker than your existing floor, your door bottoms may rub. Plan in advance to have someone shave or saw each door so it does not drag.
Frequently asked questions.
What’s the flooring buying process?
Visit us.
Come in and see the carpet for yourself. Our team of sales associates will help you select the perfect flooring for your home. Be sure to bring furniture swatches of fabric, bedspreads, wallpaper and paint that will be in the room.
Free In-home estimate.
Nufloors provides a free in-home measurement and estimate. This is when we determine how much flooring you’ll need. We’ll also review where the seams will be placed and pattern matches if applicable.
Confirmation and preparation.
Once the quote is accepted, we will schedule and confirm the project time with you. All preparation work will be discussed in detail.
What will sales associates ask me?
- Is there light or heavy traffic in this room?
- What is the room used for?
- Do you want a casual, formal or somewhere in between look?
- Do you have children or pets?
- Do you have a certain colour in mind?
- Is there a style you’ve owned or seen that you really like
What’s the difference between luxury vinyl and sheet vinyl?
Sheet vinyl is one large roll of vinyl compared to luxury vinyl which is available in plank or tile format.
For more information on sheet vinyl, please visit our blog post, Pros and Cons of Sheet Vinyl Flooring.
Why is vinyl flooring also called "resilient flooring?"
“Resilient flooring” is a term used for vinyl flooring. The terms vinyl and resilient flooring are often used interchangeably.
Will my dog's nails scratch vinyl flooring?
Vinyl Flooring has a protective wear layer to help prevent scratches. The thicker the wear layer, the more protection you will have. Keep in mind though that no vinyl floor is 100% scratch proof. Try to keep the dog’s nails trimmed to help prevent scratches.
What does the thickness and the wear layer thickness mean?
Vinyl flooring is measured in two thicknesses: Total product and wear layer. Total product thickness, measured in millimeters, determines how well the vinyl hides subfloor imperfections. Total wear layer thickness, also measured in millimeters, determines the vinyl floors durability
Can I use rugs or mats on my vinyl floor?
Yes, if they are labeled “colourfast” by the manufacturer. Non-staining, polypropylene-backed mats or woven rugs are best. Not recommended is the use of rubber or latex-backed mats because the chemical (antioxidant) used to keep the backing from becoming brittle can permanently stain your floor.
