Description
Nova Serenbe English Walnut Stratford ™ flooring is a natural beauty
Inspired by a lifestyle that’s close to nature, yet with a sense of urban sophistication and refinement. Serenbe™ flooring is both elegant and eclectic, familiar yet surprising, comfortable but daring. Explore stenciled concretes, crackled woods, classic marbles, cottage pines and urban oaks. Serenbe is what you select for your space to express what is magically, naturally and uniquely you. You’ll find Serenbe™ in the NovaFloor® Flooring Design Center at your NovaFloor® Elite Dealer All Pro Floors.
Choosing the Right Product for the Space
Deciding which product is right for your space is easy when you understand the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Both types of products are completely waterproof and easy to keep clean with a vacuum designed for hard floors and a simple mop. The differences are more in the nuances,
Rooms
The room plays a big role in determining the correct flooring product. Vinyl is a popular choice because it holds up to both dry and wet spaces, allowing it to be used continuously from a living room into a kitchen or from a bedroom into a bathroom. Running continuous flooring can help a home appear larger and more open because there aren’t threshold lines breaking up the visual space. Floating vinyl plank floors are a great choice for bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, and bedrooms.
If you are laying floors in a large and expansive area, a glue down flooring application can provide more durability. Of course, glue-down applications are appropriate for smaller rooms as well. The flooring product should have instructions for the maximum number of square feet it can cover without a threshold. Take note of those instructions when deciding how often transitions are needed.
Durability
Because floating floors are not formally adhered to the subfloor, there is a chance a plank could come up, especially if heavy furniture is pushed across the surface of the floor. Glue-down installation holds up to high-traffic areas while reducing the chance for the floors to roll or lift up, especially if things are frequently moved or rolled across the floors, such as carts and furniture. Both products are dent and scratch resistant, making them strong enough to hold up to heavy furnishings without fear of marks or imperfections.
Because floating floors are not formally adhered to the subfloor, there is a chance a plank could come up, especially if heavy furniture is pushed across the surface of the floor. Glue-down installation holds up to high-traffic areas while reducing the chance for the floors to roll or lift up, especially if things are frequently moved or rolled across the floors, such as carts and furniture. Both products are dent and scratch resistant, making them strong enough to hold up to heavy furnishings without fear of marks or imperfections.
Noise
Noise should not be a consideration because both floating and glue-down vinyl plank floors produce the same sound when they are walked on. Vinyl planks feature multiple layers and are a relatively quiet choice for any room, especially compared to tile floors. The noise is determined more by the construction of the material than by the installation process. For quiet floors, look for vinyl flooring with noise-dampening layers, such as cork built into the design. If any floors seem noisy, adding an area rug in high-traffic areas can go a long way to minimizing sound.
Costs
The affordability is one of the main draws to vinyl plank flooring of both installation varieties. Glue-down vinyl plank floors are less expensive per square foot than floating options, but the cost savings is then offset by the fact that additional installation supplies are needed. If professional installation is used to complete the glue-down process, the total cost of product and installation could far exceed floating vinyl plank flooring. Even with professional installation, vinyl flooring is more affordable than most other types of flooring. When selecting a product, consider everything needed from start to finish and factor it into the overall budget.
Repairs
Even though both products are incredibly durable, sometimes repairs are necessary. If a section of the floor becomes damaged, it can be replaced. This is slightly easier to do with glue-down flooring because it does not have the same click-in mechanism as floating flooring options. If you do install floating floors, repairs are still possible, but it may take a little more finesse to work the new planks into the existing flooring. No matter which type of flooring you select, make sure to save a box of planks for making repairs or adjustments down the line.
When it comes to transforming the look of your home, both glue-down and floating vinyl flooring make great options. They provide all the style and elegance of hardwood while remaining durable enough to use from the front door straight through the bathrooms of the home. Consider the actual construction of the product and select one designed hold up to the way the room will be used. For the best results, select a product designed for commercial use and make it a foundation of your room for many years to come.
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FloorScore® is the most recognized indoor air quality (IAQ) certification standard for hard surface flooring materials, adhesives, and underlayment.
Greenguard certification, means that it is designed for indoor spaces in such a way that it meets strict chemical emissions limits and has been tested for more than 10,000 chemicals.