Types of Vinyl Flooring
With many options of vinyl flooring to choose from, it may be difficult to pick the right kind to install. Different types of vinyl flooring provide various characteristics that can help you in picking the best kind of flooring for your home or space. Below is a table that outlines the differences between different types of vinyl flooring:
Kind of Flooring | How It’s Sold | Installation | Cost |
Vinyl Plank | Vinyl planks are sold per piece and usually resemble the look of natural wood. | Vinyl planks are installed plank by plank. | The average cost is around $1.89 to $2.19 per square foot. |
Vinyl Sheet | Vinyl sheets usually come in 6 to 12-foot rolls. | Vinyl sheets usually are usually glued down and would need more experienced people for their installation. | The average cost is around $.50 to $1.50 per square foot. |
Vinyl Tiles | Vinyl tiles have the same characteristics as vinyl sheets, but the sheet is cut into smaller pieces. | Vinyl tiles are a better option for those who want to install the flooring on their own. This kind of flooring is installed piece by piece using a glue-down or a peel-and-stick-method. | The average cost is around $1.50 to $3 per square foot. |
Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) | LVT is sold in multi-ply planks or tiles and is more durable than other kinds of vinyl flooring. | Luxury vinyl tiles are usually installed using click-lock edge joints. | The average cost is around $2 to $7 per square foot. |