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Heavy Duty

For flooring designed to withstand heavy use and high traffic, heavy-duty vinyl is the ideal solution. Perfect for use in commercial areas, this type of flooring is also used in residential settings to provide a durable floor covering in homes and apartments. Thick cushioned vinyl flooring is extremely durable and soft underfoot, making it comfortable to stand and walk on. It is also a hard-wearing and long-lasting type of flooring.

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FAQs

  • Vinyl flooring is a durable floor covering that is made of layers using different synthetic materials. It’s designed to be extremely durable and functional and has excellent water-resistant properties. 


    It has become popular in recent years due to a wide choice of finishes that give the appearance of tile or real wood floors. 


    The main benefits of vinyl flooring are:


    • Water-resistant properties (making them great for bathrooms and kitchens).
    • Hard-wearing so they require much less maintenance and can last for many years.
    • They feel cushioned, which gives them a pleasant feeling when you walk across them.
    • They’re one of the most affordable flooring types sold in the UK.

  • Lino, or linoleum, is a type of vinyl flooring. While vinyl is made from synthetic materials, lino is made from natural materials like cork dust, pine resin, or sawdust. These materials are combined with linseed oil to form linoleum. 


    In terms of the difference, both vinyl and lino have the same level of durability and resistance. Some people feel like lino is slightly softer than vinyl. 


    Both types of flooring offer good slip resistance, making them ideal for humid areas like kitchens and bathrooms.

  • Vinyl is one of the most versatile flooring options and can be effectively used in pretty much every room.


    Due to the fact that they’re available in different colours and can take on the appearance of other materials like stone or wood, you can have them in any room.


    Just follow the links below to see our hand-picked selection of vinyl and lino flooring for each popular room:


    • Bathroom vinyl flooring
    • Kitchen vinyl flooring
    • Living room vinyl flooring
    • Bedroom vinyl flooring
    • Vinyl flooring for hallways
    • Dining room vinyl flooring

  • To go with our wide choice of vinyl flooring for rooms across your home, we have a huge collection of colours and styles.


    Our most popular colours are:


    • Grey
    • Black
    • Black and White
    • White
    • Pink
    • Green
    • Blue
    • Beige
    • Cream
    • Brown

    Alongside our colours, we’ve got specific styles to look at.


    Our stone-effect vinyl flooring is one of our most popular, as you can get the look of stone flooring for a much cheaper price.


    Wood-effect lino flooring is another top choice as it can mimic the look of real wood while adding water-resistant properties at a more affordable cost.


    Other top styles to choose from include:


  • Vinyl floors can be cleaned with a mop and warm water for normal cleaning. Vinegar may be added for a deeper clean. For ground-in dirt or stubborn stains, a few drops of dishwasher liquid can help to lift dirt. Vinyl floors should be cleaned thoroughly, and excess water should be mopped up.
  • Our vinyl flooring comes with a cushion backing to make it comfortable underfoot, which means underlay is not necessary. Floors do have to be relatively smooth before you have your new vinyl flooring fitted. Your local store will be able to come out and expertly measure and assess your current floor.
  • Both vinyl and laminate flooring are popular choices, and there is no clear winner. While laminate flooring tends to look more realistic to the materials it emulates and is a good choice for living rooms and bedrooms, vinyl is more water-resistant and likely better suited to kitchens and bathrooms. Vinyl flooring tends to be cheaper than laminate flooring.

Heavy Duty Vinyl FAQ's

Heavy-duty vinyl is exceptionally tough, thicker and more durable than regular vinyl flooring. Made from a combination of natural and synthetic materials, it is designed for heavy use and resists damage from rips and tearing. This type of vinyl flooring is waterproof, stain-resistant, and can sustain damage from water and spills, making it suitable for use in many different settings. 

Due to its durability and thickness, heavy-duty vinyl is used in many commercial and industrial properties, as well as areas with high footfall and heavy traffic. It is suitable for spaces like office buildings, lobby areas, and waiting rooms, and this good-quality vinyl may also be used in residential homes. Its high resistance to damage and water makes heavy-duty lino and high-quality vinyl flooring extremely long-lasting. And the best part is that they come at an affordable price!  
Heavy-duty vinyl flooring is designed to be highly resilient and capable of withstanding wear and tear. That means that wear-resistant flooring is manufactured with more density and a deeper profile to handle repeated use and heavy office furniture. Thick cushioned vinyl flooring usually has a depth between 6 and 8mm and can be as thick as 10mm.

In some settings like industrial or commercial buildings, heavy-duty vinyl flooring is the best option. It is also being used in homes for areas like kitchens and bathrooms or utility areas, subject to high use and heavy moisture. 

Thick lino and heavy-duty vinyl flooring have advantages over standard vinyl flooring in terms of:

Durability

The thickness of heavy-duty vinyl makes it capable of handling areas of heavy traffic in industrial or commercial layouts. It is ideal for spaces like lobbies or waiting rooms and stands well when it comes to consistent and repeated use. 

Resilience

The tough, wear-resistant and waterproof properties of good-quality vinyl flooring mean it will not be damaged by stains and spills. It is also resistant to rips, tears, punctures, and stains. 

Lifespan

As heavy-duty vinyl is so tough and durable, it can far outlast other flooring alternatives and withstand years of heavy use, making it an efficient and cost-effective option. 

Cushioning

Heavy-duty linoleum and vinyl are thicker than other flooring options and provide a soft, cushioned feel underfoot. That can make heavy-duty vinyl appealing for use in areas requiring potentially long periods of standing, such as waiting rooms. It’s also an attractive flooring option for kitchens and bathrooms.

Find Heavy-Duty Vinyl Flooring Near You

Where Can I Find Heavy-Duty Vinyl Flooring Near Me? For a wide range of heavy-duty vinyl flooring, United Carpets and Beds has a huge selection of styles, finishes, and colour options. Come and visit us at your nearest United Carpets and Bed store today and have a closer look at the high quality of our vinyl flooring products!