PVC flooring is known as a versatile flooring product for many interior and exterior projects. Although commonly used, many people are still wondering about the quality and safety of plastic flooring. So what is PVC flooring? What types of PVC boards are there? Is it user-friendly?
PVC floors are planks that are shaped into rectangular bars or square panels. They are made from PVC particles that create a solid structure. They are used as flooring, wall, ceiling and decorative materials. Surface can be smooth, wood grain, stone or carpet,... for a variety of options.
PVC FLOOR STRUCTURE
PVC flooring is made up of 100% PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride). This is the first plastic to be born, starting a new era for modern industrial materials. PVC plastic is produced and consumed with the third largest amount in the world after PE and PP. Polyvinyl Chloride is created from the artificial synthesis of Vinyl Chloride when exposed to sunlight, they exist as a white or yellow powder. This PVC layer will play the role of shaping the core and creating rigidity for the floor.
The decor film will depend on the textured paper layer, creating different surfaces for users to choose from. The decor film layer will be covered with a layer of glossy paint to protect against scratches, fading, and affecting the aesthetics of the floorboard. Some types of high-quality PVC imitation wood flooring will be embossed on the surface to create slip resistance for users.
TYPES OF POPULAR PVC FLOORS CURRENTLY
PVC flooring has many types for users to choose from. With a relatively simple structure and an uncomplicated production process, wooden floors can be changed more flexibly than other flooring materials for a variety of designs. Wood floors can be divided into the following types.
Homogeneous PVC floors
Homogeneous PVC floors come as an economical solution because of their long-term life and therefore they are good in high-traffic and industrial areas such as hospitals, schools, libraries, supermarkets, warehouses and so on.
Surface polyurethane coating prevents the dirt from sticking onto the surface and makes the cleaning of the floor easier. Homogeneous PVC flooring is practical and economical but does not meet very high aesthetic standards.
Electrical conductive PVC
Electrical conductive PVC flooring is homogeneous PVC flooring able to disperse static electricity out of the room. Floors like these protect people from static electricity influences created by machines placed in the building such as computer centers, friction machines etc. Electrical conductive PVC floors also protect highly sensitive equipment used in electro industry, medicine, biochemistry and chemistry from static electricity. By European standards electrical conductive PVC floors have to be installed in hospital surgery rooms and intensive care units.
ADVANTAGES OF PVC FLOORING
PVC board is a product line that was born with the optimal utility in design and use. Reduce costs, and at the same time with a variety of designs suitable for the majority of customers. This type of board has the following outstanding advantages:
DISADVANTAGES OF PVC FLOORING
PVC flooring has many advantages that are suitable for users. But there are disadvantages as well:
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