Among the huge amount of materials for flooring, quartz vinyl tile has taken its special place. This is due to its high characteristics and composition. This tile is perfect for any type of floor, but do not forget about the disadvantages.
The composition of the tile includes up to 70% of quartz sand and about 30% of polyvinyl chloride material. Sand is subjected to multi-level cleaning before use in production. Quite often it is supplemented by a shell rock. This is perhaps the only impurity that is used.
Some people are wary of the potential negative effects of polyvinyl chloride. Such concerns are not justified, since the material is chemically neutral and is not able to harm health. It should at least be taken into account that most packaging for products is made specifically with its use.
Quartz vinyl tile includes several layers:
- Base of PVC base.
- The balance sheet, consisting of fiberglass.
- Decorative
- Protective.
The material is produced not only in the form of tiles, but also as elements imitating a laminate.
Advantages
Of the advantages inherent in quartz vinyl tiles, we can distinguish:
- The combination of high strength as in a full-fledged plate, as well as the elasticity characteristic of linoleum, makes the material unique and wear-resistant.
- Endurance allows the use of tiles in places of increased use.
- Unlike porcelain stoneware, quartz vinyl has warmer and more pleasant qualities, while not inferior to its wear resistance.
- The material goes well with underfloor heating, and does not lend itself to the influence of high temperatures.
- Quartz vinyl does not absorb moisture, does not burn and has frost resistance.
disadvantages
Like any thing or material, quartz vinyl is not without drawbacks:
- The ductility of the material ensures that heavy furniture leaves dents.
- Tiles are very demanding on the quality of the surface prepared for laying. Differences should not exceed 2 mm per 1 m2. Left hollows and bumps may catch your eye after installation. Quartz vinyl does not spread well on the concrete surface of the floor.
- High price - in many respects, the level of cost depends on the brand of the manufacturer and the quality of the material. Nevertheless, even budget options will not be cheap.
The presence of a large number of advantages, as well as the fact that the coating on the market of finishing materials quite new, contributed to the rapid growth of the popularity of quartz vinyl tiles among buyers.
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