Vinyl Flooring Alternatives

Thinking of using vinyl wood "look a like" flooring in a master bed room and fancy parlor. Both would have moderate to heavy traffic. This product would go over a concrete base.

Would you recommend using vinyl in these areas. And which company would you recommend.

Thanks,

Fred

Can you advise me on a product I can purchase in New Zealand that is a liquid similar to varnish or polyurathane that I can wipe onto vinyl or tiles to enhance the shine.
I used to use a product about 15 years ago which was a clear liquid in a clear bottle which you wiped on the vinyl with a cloth.This made the vinyl glow and lasted a couple of months or so. It was sticky on the hands until it dried and I think it was actually called Clear or Cleer but I can not locate it in stores here now.
Thank You. Sheila

would plywood be ok as an underlay for vinyl sheeting?

I have a sunroom with electronic baseboard heat. The vinyl flooring has pulled away from the wall under the heater and bubbles up a bit. I would like to replace the flooring. Should I pull up the old flooring first or try to glue the old down so it doesn't bubble and then put the new on top of it?

I am a commercial flooring estimator and from time to time I get a specification on integral cove base that asks for metal corners (no problem) and metal end-stops. Any idea where I can look to get information on pre-formed metal end stops for integral vinyl base.

Thanks.

Hi Tim,

I am planning on buying vinyl flooring for my kitchen and washroom area. I have brought home many samples for viewing. Can you advise me which flooring you consider the best. I am considering Armstrong flooring or Mannington Sobetta for the kitchen and Taskett flooring or Naturcor for the washroom. I would rather spend the money on something that is good and durable than save money and have problems down the road.

Thank you for your imput.

Shirley

My daughter says her self-stick vinyl tiles "ooze" adhesive between the tiles. Is that because it's older tile, or do folks still have that trouble. I intend to buy Lowe's or Home Depot boxed tiles. Thanks, Shirley

I am looking at the new vinyl flooring by Congoleum called Evolution and I am wondering if it is a good quality I am looking at one that is a wood-like and one that is a tile-like. the tile-like is Evolution and the wood-like is
K-tech. I would like to know if there is a big difference between the brands.

Dear Tim. I have a question regarding flooring. I have a job to prepare the underlay prior to the fitting of vinyl sheeting. I was planning to lay the standard 3mm hardboard. The problem is that most of the current floor is composed of wooden floor boards, whilst roughly 1/3 is concrete. The levels are almost the same, to within a couple of mm. My question is;- am I OK just to lay the hardboard over the whole lot? And if so, what is the best way to fix it to the concrete? I was thinking of using one of the modern "No More Nails" type of glues. Any thoughts or opinions would be gratefully received. Simon

Hi Tim, I have a leak in my basement on the side of the house nearest to the driveway. It leaks where the concrete wall meets the floor. It only leaks when it rains (In Oregon that is most of the time!) We have been told to put in a new driveway, to fix the slope of the driveway, however concrete is expensive and I am not sure I want to spend $7000.00 and be wrong. Any suggestions? This house was built in 1912 but my Dad put concrete in the basement in the 1950's. (No rebar!!) Thank you, Kathy

Hello Tim,

I'm installing the wood look vinyl plank in my den. This is a light traffic area, (kids are grown and gone). I've had a floor company tell me that I need to go with a vinyl plank of at least 12mm.
Please advise!!! Thanks!

We recently laid some vinyl tile and it is starting to bulge near the edges. Is ther a way to lay this back down with out lifting the tile?

We laid new sheet vinyl in our kitchen. It is the kind that floats and is glued at the edges. When we moved our refridgerator back in, it left a few stretch marks. I expected the marks to stretch out and dissappear after a few days. It has been over a week and the marks are still visible. Is there anything I can do to get them out?

Tim,

I'm thinking of Amtico Vinyl for kitchen, family room, eating area, hallway, & foyer. I was going to go with Bamboo, but am now concerned about moisture, squeaks, proper installation, etc. I do not know anyone who has Amtico and was wondering if you had any thoughts about which is the better choice?

Hi Tim,
I reside in India, Gujarat where the temperatures soar to 45 degrees celsius and above. The flooring we have has been destroyed by all the plastering that was done earlier. I would like to go for a new flooring which is not time consuming, looks good, easy to maintain and long lasting. Please advise. Regards

I'm interested in comments about 'luxury' vinyl. It is installed with 'grout' strips of vinyl. How easy to keep clean? Good product for family room-kitchen area?

Thanks

I am trying to get a vinyl plank and am looking at a floating option. Do you know about which company offers the best floating option to ensure that the planks have a nice snug fit since there is not actual locking like laminate? Need to decide ASAP,s o thanks for your input. Can't find a good place for reviews on-line.

Is there a difference between the vinyl tiles and the vinyl planks?

Is there any differences between Earthscapes and Tarkett Easy Living products. I am considering them in a wood look for uses in a long hallway, laundry room, bathroom & bedroom. Are there other products that would work better?

Hi, We are considering the installation of vinyl tile or vinyl sheets in our kitchen and hall. Would you recommend a manufacturer?; a thickness?