Vinyl flooring is durable and stands up well to heavy foot traffic. It is comfortable to walk on and reduces noise from footsteps, which can be important for owners with kids or pets. It is also less expensive than many other flooring options and is easy to install and maintain.

Vinyl floors are not load bearing and can be damaged by sharp objects. Also, colours can fade with exposure to too much direct sunlight and floors can be damaged by extreme temperatures. For that reason, vinyl is not recommended for outdoor or indoor/outdoor uses.

The key to successful installation of vinyl flooring lies beneath the flooring itself. Vinyl tiles require an extremely smooth surface, because any flaws and imperfections will show through as bumps and indentations in your floor. Usually the best subfloor is a layer of well-sanded plywood.