Vinyl flooring in Dubai

Vinyl flooring is made mainly from PVC, built up in layers: a backing, a core, a printed design film and a clear wear layer on top, often with a protective coating. Because PVC does not absorb water the way wood fibre does, vinyl copes with spills and mopping far better than wood or laminate. Beyond that shared base, vinyl comes in quite different forms, and the form decides how it is laid, how it feels and where it works. Search terms in Dubai reflect that: people look for vinyl, vinyl click, LVT and SPC, often without knowing they are related. This page explains the family; LVT and SPC have pages of their own.

• WaterVinyl itself is water-resistant, which suits kitchens and family areas. Water that runs under the floor at the edges can still cause problems, so it is not a substitute for proper waterproofing in showers.
• Sun and heatPVC expands with heat. Next to large, sunny windows, floating vinyl needs generous expansion gaps, and blinds help protect the colour. Glue-down floors in strong sun need an adhesive suited to it.
• SandThe wear layer takes the abrasion. Entrance mats and regular vacuuming keep it looking new longer.
• AC and humidityVinyl is far less affected by humidity than wood, which makes it a good choice for villas that are closed up in summer.
• Comfort and soundSofter and quieter underfoot than tile, which helps in apartments and upper floors.

• Vinyl typeSheet, glue-down LVT, flexible click or rigid SPC.
• Wear layer and gradeCommercial grades are made for heavier traffic.
• Base preparationSmoothing compound for glue-down floors, repairs for click floors.
• Pattern and borders
• Skirting, trims and stairs