Sheet Vinyl Flooring?

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Hi BP,

I'd love to hear your thoughts on sheet vinyl flooring.  I'm currently looking to re-do the flooring in half of my duplex and considering my options.  I know a lot of people recommend the tongue and groove vinyl planks, but they are a little expensive.  I have an open kitchen/living room area and I'd like to use the same flooring throughout.  I'm considering sheet vinyl for a few reasons:  cost, no seams in the floor (more waterproof than vinyl planks), and ease of install.  If anyone has any advice, recommendations, or pictures of sheet vinyl that they've installed I'd appreciate it.

Thanks,

Mike

Jassem A. · Answer

Sheet vinyl seems harder from a DIY perspective because cuts would need to be measured more carefully. I like the stick down vinyl planks that are about 0.59-0.79/sqft for going over old linoleum and 8-12mm laminate that are about 0.49-0.69/sqft for everything else.  I'll usually do tile in bathrooms if there is no linoleum because laminate will usually not last as long in bathrooms.

Chris Herbert · Answer

@Michael Campbell I had a flooring guy I use install it a few years back so unfortunately no longer have the brand or thickness

Michael Campbell · Answer

@Chris Herbert  Thanks for the input, this is exactly what I was looking for.  What brand of sheet vinyl did you use?  Do you know how thick is was?

Chris Herbert · Answer

@Michael Campbell I installed sheet vinyl in a few rentals in place of carpet in the living room and hall areas. In one rental it lasted only one year due to scratches and tears, some likely from furniture. The subfloor cannot have any bumps or they will show through and be visible and tear. It can also be difficult to patch as you would need to cut out the "plank" that the damage is on and glue down a new "plank" to fit. I was also not too pleased with the look of the vinyl sheet over a large area. I will not be using the sheet vinyl in living rooms going forward. I recommend using the vinyl plank flooring even though it is more expensive.

Jake C. · Answer

That looks like a good product. I am very curious to know how that works out for you, keep us posted!

Michael Campbell · Answer

Here is a link to the product I am considering:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Armstrong-12-ft-Wide-Se...

Compared to vinyl planks, it is less expensive, quicker to install, and provides greater protection against water.  It also has a 10 mil wear layer compared to 4 mil for the allure product.  In the pictures, I think it looks just as good as vinyl planks but I've never seen it in person.

Michael Campbell · Answer

Have you ever used vinyl sheet flooring?  I'm not a fan of the planks that glue together.  Some of the pictures I've seen of vinyl sheet flooring make it look surprisingly good which is why I'm considering it.

Jake C. · Answer

Vinyl planks are amazing and well worth the money. I use them on Section 8 rentals with 8 occupants; looks brand new years later. Pick a lighter color and they will show less wear. The ones I use are seen here: http://www.homedepot.com/p/TrafficMASTER-Allure-6-...

They are about $1.50 a sqf. If you're spending any less on flooring you are bound to replace it soon. In my humble opinion, vinyl sheet flooring looks cheap and ugly.

In wet areas, like kitchen and bathroom, use tile (properly installed!!).

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