Loose Lay Vinyl Planks

When the products were first introduced into Australia, it was originally claimed they required no adhesive due to the success of glue-less installation in other markets. In Australian conditions, however, this proved to be the wrong method of installation due to the varied climates, and the fact that in other markets, many people climate control their homes all day long.

Much trial and error went into fixing this problem, and in the end many manufacturers preferred their products to be installed with at least pressure sensitive adhesive. Other manufacturers prefer that a hard set adhesive is used to remove the possibility of long-term problems with the product. Due to the temperature sensitivity of vinyl plank flooring, we recommend that you follow the manufacturer’s installation guidelines at all times.

Prior to the release of hybrid flooring, vinyl plank flooring was the go-to product for most households. It is still a hugely popular option for both commercial and residential use.

The benefits of vinyl plank flooring include:

• Commercially rated wear layers
• Options for any budget
• Low maintenance and easy to clean
• Huge variety of options including stone, tile and timber looks
• DIY-friendly installation
• With the right floor preparation, it can be used over any subfloor, including wet areas
• Repairs are relatively easy in that single planks can be replaced without uplifting other sections of the floor

For Residential use, Vinyl Plank Flooring offers many advantages. If you are after a floor that is tough, durable, waterproof and easy to keep clean, then this may well be the flooring choice for you.

For Commercial Use, Vinyl Plank Flooring is great for all of the same reasons, In addition, having it glued to the floor with Hardset Adhesive, will endure that the floor lasts for a long time. Vinyl Plank Flooring is already the flooring of choice for many retail spaces and commercial spaces.

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On the Upside, Vinyl Plank Flooring is relatively inexpensive compared to other types of hard flooring. It is waterproof, resilient, easy to clean and easy to repair. It is also quite easy to install as a DIY project, but if you do have it installed by a professional, the cost of installation is less than that of Hybrid, Laminate and Timber Flooring.

The down shot of Vinyl Plank floor is it’s sensitivity to temperature, meaning that if it is not bonded to the floor with hard set adhesive, it is likely to grow and shrink with changes in temperature. Vinyl Plank can also look a little like plastic because the surface is rarely Embossed in Register, and the pattern repeat is not great in most cases. It is also one of the least Eco friendly options.

If Vinyl Plank Flooring is being installed over yellow tongue boards or timber floors, most manufacturers require that an underlay of Masonite be nailed to the floor first, and then the Vinyl planks are glued to them.

For Acoustic purposes Underlays are available to help with Structure Borne Noise reduction.

When the Loose Lay Vinyl category was first introduced in Australia, it claimed to require no adhesive due to the success of glueless installation in other markets.

However, Australian weather conditions are unique, with the potential for extreme fluctuations in temperature. Most manufacturers insist on luxury vinyl planks being glued down with at least a pressure-sensitive adhesive due to the varied nature of the Australian environment.

Many prefer that a hard set adhesive is used to remove the possibility of problems with the product. Due to the temperature sensitivity of vinyl plank flooring, we recommend that you follow the manufacturer’s installation guidelines at all times.

Online Flooring Store features a range of high quality, luxury vinyl flooring brands.

Choose the Industrial brand for unique, contemporary flooring designs well-suited for industrial and commercial applications. Or discover the lovely natural designs of the Soundless or Revolution brands, which feature both light and dark colour options.

Online Flooring Store recommends using vinyl loose lay flooring in any room in your home or business. These products are known for being a water-resistant and easy-to-clean option for flooring. These qualities make it a great choice for any room, especially one which might experience the unexpected spill.

Due to the durability of the material and its reliability in moist environments, vinyl looselay flooring is often a great choice for kitchens and bathrooms. For a reasonable expense, vinyl floors allow you to achieve the same high-quality, luxury look and feel of other flooring varieties.

90% of vinyl planks are laid directly on to concrete. Therefore, they are not considered a type of floating floor. Acoustic underlay is required in high-rise applications and multi-level buildings, such as offices and apartments.

This acoustic underlay is made of rubber and cork, is between 2-5mm in thickness, and acts purely as a noise reduction for the premises below. NOTE: Underlay does not act as a floor levelling property and isn't used for fixing an uneven floor.

Yes, although we recommend using felt furniture pads underneath furniture legs to prevent scratches. Avoid using rubber as this can stain luxury vinyl flooring.

For heavy appliances and furniture, use a large, non-staining surface floor protector. You can also put most luxury vinyl plank flooring under appliances and kitchen cabinets, but it is a good idea to glue down those sections.

Vinyl plank floors are the most DIY-friendly flooring solution on the market. If you have a straight edge, a sharp knife and are careful with adhesive, vinyl plank flooring is a genuine DIY option. We can send you the manufacturer’s installation instructions prior to installation.

If your floor is uneven and requires floor preparation, it is best to have this done by a trained floor preparation specialist.

If you prefer to leave the entire process to the experts, we have a network of 200+ professional floor layers that can lay your floors for you.

Vinyl Plank is quite easy to install compared to other resilient and hard flooring types. It is the detail work and finishing of difficult cutting where the skills of a tradesman can make a big difference.

If you think you’d like to try installing Vinyl Plank Flooring as a DIY project, we’ve put together this handy Installation Guide to help you in the task. Otherwise, we can have one of over 220 qualified trades people Australia wide contact you.

Luxury vinyl plank floors are the most DIY-friendy flooring on the market. If you have a straight edge, a sharp knife and are careful with adhesive, luxury vinyl plank flooring is a genuine DIY Option. Online Flooring Store can send you the manufacturer’s installation instructions prior to installation.