More often than not, you either have the option to have your vinyl flooring water resistant or fully waterproof. This can be very tricky for a new customer who has no idea what differences between the two options are. At first glance, they may look very similar, however, there are some very important differences you need to know about and we will cover them in this article.
What’s the main difference between water resistance and waterproofing?
There are some things to keep in mind here. Waterproof flooring means you have a permanent material that won’t allow water to penetrate the floor. Basically, the water will stay on the floor until you clean it up. Water-resistant flooring has flooring substrates that protect it from things like water infiltration.
Things you should know about water-resistant vinyl flooring
Normally, water-resistant flooring is less expensive when compared to waterproof flooring. The idea here is that water stays on top of the floor for a limited time, at one point it will start being accumulated by your flooring materials. Ideally, you want to clean it up quickly, since the floor won’t be able to hold it for long. When you buy water-resistant vinyl flooring, your primary focus has to be the absorption rate. This will let you know how much protection you’re getting from your floor until it will end up absorbing the water altogether.
Most vinyl floorings are naturally water-resistant, so you will not have to worry if you spill some water on the floor and clean it quickly. However, you can’t just leave it there. You will need to clean the floor quickly, otherwise, it will end up with severe damage and that’s something you want to avoid.
Things to keep in mind about waterproof Vinyl Flooring
While waterproof vinyl flooring is more expensive, it also keeps your headache from worrying about water damage away. Water-resistant vinyl flooring can only keep the water above the flooring material for a limited time. When the water gets absorbed into the floor, it can lead to cracks and damage. With waterproof flooring, you get none of that. This is a very durable option and it will help protect your floor (and wallet) in the long run.
Another advantage is that waterproof vinyl flooring will also prevent air moisture generated by climate shifts. Nothing will damage your floor, making waterproof flooring extremely versatile and dependable. You can easily use it for your basement, bathroom, bedroom, kitchen and any other indoor location.
Which is the best option?
It all comes down to your own needs. If you have a limited budget and you know that you can take care of your floor very quickly after a water spill, then water-resistant flooring will do just fine. However, if you don’t want to worry about that or is prone to having a high amount of moisture in your home, then waterproof vinyl flooring is the right approach. It helps get the job done very well and it will bring you very good value and efficiency all the time!
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