Category: Finishes
Prepared by Eng. Ahmed Fathy, Projects Manager ·
Definition
Vinyl flooring is PVC in continuous sheets, tiles or planks, including welded medical vinyl used in hospitals, luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and rigid-core SPC planks for homes and offices.
Why it matters on a project
Quick to lay, quiet and comfortable, and welded sheets leave no joints for germs. But it needs a perfectly level base because any defect shows through.
Measurement and pricing
Per square metre including adhesive and welding, skirting and edges per linear metre, with floor levelling usually separate.
Common mistake
Laying vinyl on a damp or uneven screed, so it bubbles and the floor defects show through.
Frequently asked questions
Why is vinyl used in hospitals?
Welded sheets leave no joints and turn up the wall, making cleaning and infection control easier.
How do LVT and SPC differ?
LVT is flexible vinyl plank usually glued; SPC has a rigid stone-polymer core and clicks together without adhesive.
Related terms
- Floor screedA thin mortar or concrete layer that levels the floor before tiles or parquet.
- SkirtingA strip at the base of the wall that protects the wall-floor junction.
- Epoxy flooringA resin floor coating for warehouses, car parks and commercial kitchens.
- Surface preparationCleaning a steel surface to a specified grade (e.g. SSPC-SP 10) before coating to ensure adhesion.
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