Using Peel And Stick Vinyl Tiles In A Home

By Tiffany Gill


The list of options to surface the floors in a home comprises both soft and hard finishes. A common style that has been used for many years is peel and stick vinyl tiles. This is a resilient floor style that is solid yet has some give and many homeowners like it for the advantages it offers.

The most common size and shape for self adhesive vinyl tiles is a 12 inch by 12 inch square. They do come in other sizes though, with rectangular shapes available in a few widths and lengths. Before buying it is obviously sensible to measure the room being tiled to estimate the number of pieces required. Buying a few more than required means that spares will be available to replace damaged or worn out areas during the life of the flooring.

Tiles are most commonly used in bathrooms and kitchens and these are the locations that vinyl works best. The tiles are most commonly used as flooring although it is also possible to use them on walls. They can create splash backs behind sinks and in shower areas or simply be used to match the look of the walls with the floor.

A major benefit of using this style of floor is its affordability and it is generally less costly than other flooring styles. It can be applied over existing hard surfaces and this is a cost effective way to provide a room with a face lift. Generally the existing surface should be cleaned and primed before the flooring is installed.

A visit to a home improvement store will show a huge number of styles. Whatever the design of a home it should be easy to find a tile to match. Options available include pieces finished in one color. These can be used to create solid color floors or designs such as a chess board style. Simple to more intricate patterns can also be found and these can bring a nice look to a floor.

Natural materials can bring a luxurious finish to a floor, but come at a cost that many can't afford. However, it is possible to use vinyl tiles to copy the look at a lower price. They can easily be produced with a wood or stone look finish and when laid give the appearance of a natural material floor.

Vinyl is an excellent choice for flooring for a number of reasons. Its durability and hard wearing nature can shield it from damage so that it should continue to look good over a long period of time. There are no onerous requirements when it comes to cleaning, with sweeping and mopping enough to keep it in good condition. The fact that it has some give also makes it a comfortable option.

A benefit of peel and stick vinyl tiles that many homeowners like is how simple they are to apply. Most will be able to complete the work themselves in a relatively quick time. This keeps down the installation cost, which can be an added expense for other flooring options.




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