Vinyl Floor Styles

Many people have a slightly outdated vision of vinyl. If, when you hear vinyl flooring, you see a small choice of colors and a lack of interesting patterns, allow us to paint a totally different picture.

Today, vinyl flooring has joined the ranks of tile, laminate and carpeting in offering you beautiful products, a broad spectrum of colors, and a virtually endless array of patterns and configurations.

Given that, the goal of this page is to help you determine what combination of aesthetics, style and performance best fit your vinyl flooring needs and budget.

Advances in Science and Style
Long gone are the shiny, plastic-looking vinyl floors that easily dented and ripped. New technology built into most vinyl floors helps prevent rips, tears or gouges.

Many of these stylish new products emulate the look of natural stone, slate or ceramic tile and can fit into any budget.

Any Room
Traditionally, vinyl flooring was found only in kitchens, baths or laundry room areas.

However, thanks to the aesthetic improvements, people are enjoying the beauty and low maintenance of vinyl in a variety of rooms throughout an active home.

One of the advantages that's causing vinyl to spread throughout the house is the cushion and warmth underfoot that it provides, in comparison to natural stone or ceramic tile.

Easy Replacement
If replacing a floor covering may be in your future, keep vinyl in mind. Vinyl floors are much easier to remove than a grouted ceramic tile or natural stone floor.

Pay More, Get More
As you move up in the vinyl flooring price range there are many benefits.

You get more options - more versatile patterns, colors and textures.

You get more protection. Premium wearlayers offer superior resistance to stains, scuffs and scratches. This benefit is especially important for families filled with kids and pets. Wear layers also make clean up easier.

You get more enhanced performance constructions, designed to protect your floor from rips, tears, gouges and permanent indentations.

It's All About Size
When selecting a vinyl pattern, consider the size of the room and the size of the pattern.

A smaller pattern works well in small areas or in rooms where the pattern will be visually interrupted with pieces of furniture, or a kitchen island. However, keep in mind that larger flooring patterns can sometimes actually visually expand a room.

Lighter flooring colors will make a smaller room appear larger, while darker colors will absorb the light and create a more intimate setting.

Coordinate with Your Surroundings
When considering vinyl flooring styles, consider any printed fabric on your furniture or wallpaper in the room.

If the fabric or wallpaper is a large-scale print you'll want to look at smaller patterns for the floor. Conversely, if you have a small-scale pattern in the fabric or wallpaper you'll want a larger pattern for the floor.

Gloss Levels
Vinyl flooring products come in a selection of gloss levels to suit your needs.

Generally speaking, the lower the gloss level, the more forgiving your floor will be to the daily wear of foot traffic. Choose your gloss level accordingly.

Match Your Style.
With all the options available in vinyl floors, take your time. The right style, color, pattern, gloss level, and price point is available, and if the vast options are a little overwhelming, know that the folks here at America's Floor Source are ready to help.