When the Choice Is Obvious: Benefits of Floor PVC Tiles

Can't decide on floor covering? Add PVC tiles to your comparison, and we'll tell you what advantages this finishing material has.

What is PVC tile?

This is a new generation multi-layer coating, flexible, lightweight and very durable. The surface finished with it is visually hard to distinguish from natural material finishing, although PVC tiles are thin boards, usually between two and five millimeters thick.

In composition, the tile made of polyvinyl chloride is similar to the linoleum we're familiar with, and if its manufacturer is reliable, such a product will not contain harmful substances like toxic phthalates.

Design: Irina Uzhintseva

What are the advantages of PVC tile floors? They are easy to install

Installing PVC tiles is a simple process that even an amateur can handle easily. Additionally, some types of such tiles, for example, Balance Rigid Click by Quick-Step, can be laid on uneven substrates and save money on floor leveling.

Quiet in the house

Unlike 'ringing' tiles or squeaky wooden floors, PVC tiles have better sound insulation performance due to their flexible vinyl base; moreover, when cutting PVC tile planks, you only need a knife, not noisy saws.

Not distinguishable from natural floors

The Quick Step brand offers various collections of vinyl floors — a decorative layer that realistically mimics oak finishes in different color palettes and textures, and a matte finish that enhances this effect.

PVC floors are not afraid of moisture

They can be laid in the kitchen or bathroom: the surface of PVC tiles is 100% moisture-resistant. Besides, they can be mounted on shower walls, for this you need to use thin PVC tiles and special adhesive. However, in steam rooms or saunas, it's better to choose traditional ceramic tiles instead of vinyl finishes.

Easy to keep clean

The protective water-repellent layer of PVC tiles is sealed and prevents moisture from penetrating the base. Therefore, vinyl floors are easy to clean, and traces of grease, dirt, and children's paint come off effortlessly. For example, green nail polish, nail lacquer, or permanent marker can be easily removed with a nail lacquer remover.

Comfortable to walk barefoot on

Despite being thin and flexible, the floor is solid and stable. It's also very tactile and warm because the boards adapt to the room temperature in which they are located. However, this material is also compatible with underfloor heating systems.

PVC floors last long

Naturally, the durability of vinyl floors largely depends on the manufacturer. However, in general, this option is quite reliable. For example, Balance Rigid Click by Quick-Step PVC tiles will last about 20 years — the manufacturer's warranty.

How to maintain?

The PVC tiles themselves are easy to keep clean. A damp mop won't harm them even if it's not well wrung out.

9 ideas for using PVC tiles

You can install it on walls... and even ceilings. Installing PVC tiles for floor decoration in the bathroom does not require a perfectly flat floor unlike ceramic tiles. You can also use it to cover steps. This material can be used to decorate the interior side of a bar counter. The secret of an impressive vinyl floor is simple: before laying, you should mix the planks so that adjacent elements have as contrasting a pattern as possible. PVC tiles look great on large surfaces. Oak floors are an essential element of classic interiors. Indeed, not everyone can afford them. But a floor made from PVC tiles, for example, Balance Click by Quick Step, is a more affordable option.

On the cover: design project by Olga Artemova.