Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) is a great flooring
option that has become very popular in recent years because of its ability to replicate the look of tile and hardwood flooring through 3D printing technology which adds depth and realism. There are several great advantages for choosing luxury vinyl flooring, even above the look of wood and tile without the hefty price tag.
Easy Installation
A big advantage of luxury vinyl is that it can be installed almost anywhere. It can even be installed over existing flooring. Plus, because of its easy installation, it cost less than other flooring options to place. It is also the easiest flooring to install yourself and can be a great DIY project for beginners.
Design Options
Luxury vinyl flooring has the largest variety of styles and designs to choose from. Luxury vinyl can replicate both tile and hardwood with realistic patterns and textures that can make it difficult to know the difference. Because luxury vinyl comes in either tiles or planks, it even has realistic grooves between the tiles/planks, giving it a great advantage over other vinyl options, like sheet vinyl.
Durable
Luxury vinyl is one of the most durable flooring options out there. Not only can it withstand water and moisture, it is also stain and scratch resistant. This durability makes it an ideal flooring option for where water may be an issue bathrooms, as well as rooms with heavy traffic.
Low Maintenance
The best way to clean LVT on a daily or weekly basis is the two-bucket method. While there is a tendency to rely on the one-bucket system, that method essentially involves washing your floor with dirty water. A two-bucket system allows you to wash your floor with one bucket filled with properly diluted neutral cleaner and another bucket filled with clean water, thereby limiting cross contamination and ensuring you're not spreading around dirt.
As with any other flooring, deep cleaning is essential on a consistent schedule even for LVT. We recommend twice a year for most buildings or homes, but commercial buildings with heavy, daily foot traffic should be deep cleaned more often. Call us to schedule a free consultation, so we can advise you on your cleaning needs. The professionals at Bishop are always happy to help!
