Floor on Budget

The floor of the home gets constant wear and tear, especially if you have children and inside pets. Carpet especially tends to wear and age quickly when it is in a high traffic area. The floor is a part of the house that is very visible, so if yours is making you think of calling a removalist, why not upgrade? It will really make a big difference to the look and feel of your home – and add value into the bargain.

There are many flooring choices; some of them more budget friendly than others. For instance, these days vinyl floor coverings come in many grades and the more expensive ones are top quality, durable and look great – and are still cheaper than other kinds of flooring.  If you choose one that should be glued down, there will be no buckling when the weather gets hotter, as you find in some of the loose lay types.

Loose lay vinyl

The theory behind the loose lay vinyl sounds good. If it is not glued down it can expand and contract and you won’t even notice. It reality, the furniture prevents this movement to some extent. It anchors down part and when the rest expands there is suddenly a very noticeable buckle along the floor. However, if the loose lay vinyl is really thick, it may not buckle, especially if the room it is in does not get sunlight on the floor.

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