No apartment renovation will have a complete look without a decent floor covering. And the better it is, the more expensive your premises looks. An example of this type of finish is quartz vinyl laminate.

It is pleasant to move on such a surface, especially barefoot, and with today's variety of options, each of us needs to understand its quality and features.

Coating features

Modern floor coverings give room for imagination to any consumer: linoleum, carpet, laminate, parquet, tile. The choice of one of them depends, of course, on the interior of your room: one material will fit only to the kitchen, as it is waterproof enough, another, more delicate, will suit your bedroom or living room.

Not very long ago, the flooring market appeared new material- quartz-vinyl laminate, which quickly gained deserved popularity. Quartzvinyl is used in the arrangement of both an apartment in the city and in country houses, it is often used in various offices and commercial premises.

The peculiarity of such a material lies in its multilayerness, which determines the durability - more than 20 years of use. The top layer is color scheme... Depending on your interior, you can cover your floors with laminate imitating stone, wood, parquet, etc. The second layer is vinyl.

Quartz-vinyl is produced from aluminum oxide or polyurethane, and stone chips are placed between the main layers for strength. The lowest layer is the vinyl backing, which gives strength to the entire coating, which has a total thickness of 1.4 to 1.5 mm.

Please be reminded that quartz vinyl absolutely harmless for you and me, which is why such coverage is used in hospitals and childcare facilities. He "kills" everything unpleasant odors, having an antibacterial effect and even serves as a kind of "deodorant". Such material not afraid of high temperature, since its composition (silica sand flour) does not support combustion.

An important advantage of such a coating is considered the absence of a characteristic conventional laminate"Clatter" when walking, which is also explained by the elasticity of the material.

Views

One of the types of laminate (43 grades) has three-layer structure... The middle layer, which was mentioned above, consists of quartz chips. That is why such products are not the cheapest option.

Quartz-vinyl laminate, or rather, its outer layer, is disinfected, that is, it is ionized with silver. Silver ions obtained after the electrolytic decomposition of the metal are deposited on the surface, which practically halves the number of bacteria.

Today's photo printing capabilities can make your floor look irresistible and memorable. Such a coating is absolutely impervious to moisture, which makes it possible to expand the scope of its application. Class 43 laminate is one of the most durable, environmentally friendly and antistatic materials. Only natural materials are used in its production. Each plate of such a coating consists of a layer of PVC, quartz chips, fiberglass, decorative film and an upper protective layer.

This coating has two mounting options:

• Glue;
• Castle.

Usually, for the first, many manufacturers offer a guarantee of up to 50 years, but for the second, it is two times less, but, you must agree, this period is quite serious.

The glue option is not practiced very often, since it is a rather time-consuming job - not every specialist will undertake this. This is due to the fact that special glue for such a coating is quite scarce even in our time. But such a coating will give you one hundred percent guarantee of water resistance and fit perfectly on concrete, linoleum and tiles.

Lock quartz vinyl is quite easy to install, it is easy to dismantle, it does not require special fastening to the base. Therefore, such an elastic coating is often called "folk", and you can modify your floor yourself. It's all about the connections of the coating: locks and latches or a collapsible lock - the so-called "thorn-groove" mechanism, used when laying a conventional laminate.

In this case, the quartz-vinyl tiles can be joined without the use of glue. This coating is easy to dismantle and assemble. Laying the interlocking cover guarantees you temperature stability.

There is also a type of self-adhesive coating: on seamy side the tiles are equipped with a self-adhesive strip or adhesive, which makes it easy to adhere to any material.

Advantages

Multilayer flooring very much in demand in today's renovation work... And this is thanks to the indisputable advantages, qualitatively distinguishing quartz-vinyl laminate from their "counterparts":

• Easy delivery to the destination - the material is not bulky, like a regular roll.
• Almost one hundred percent water resistance - due to its multi-layer composition, such a coating is ideal in any room - in the bathroom, in the kitchen, that is, where there is sufficient moisture evaporation.

• It is also easy to care for such a floor - you just need to wipe it with a rag, and the surface will appear in its original form. Moreover, vinyl absolutely calmly transfers any detergents, and stains from fruit juices are easily wiped off and do not leave a mark on such a coating.
• The material is absolutely environmentally friendly. As you know, in the production of a conventional laminate, phenol-formaldehyde resin is used, which subsequently releases substances harmful to the body. As for the vinyl coating, it includes only natural, natural ingredients. The material has anti-static properties.

• The durability of quartz-vinyl has been tested more than once: the floor is shock-resistant, and the animal's claws are powerless on its surface. On such a floor, you can safely move furniture and even walk in heels.
• The covering of your floor can be chosen according to your taste: its texture can be classic, in a herringbone or in squares, if you wish, you can imitate various stone coatings, for example, marble. Or create a special decorative ornament.
• If, after all, part of your quartz vinyl laminate has been damaged, the fastening mechanism makes it easy to replace. For this Right place warmed up by a special construction hairdryer... When the lock is warmed up, it opens and can be easily changed.

disadvantages

Of course, this material also has its drawbacks, however, there are fewer of them than other floor coverings:

• Before laying vinyl laminate, it is necessary to level the entire surface of the floor, otherwise, when laying a flexible covering, all flaws will appear.
• Cement screed - not perfect option for self-adhesive quartz vinyl. In this case, it is better to choose a lock option.

• With direct and constant exposure to ultraviolet radiation on the upper transparent layer of the coating, after a certain time it may lose its original color. But this is in the case of buying inexpensive material.
• Despite the declared environmental friendliness, people with allergies do not need to rush to make a choice.
• When choosing a vinyl laminate, make sure that all the slabs are from the same batch - this can be recognized by the numbers, otherwise you risk getting the floor in different shades.

Comparison with tiles: which is better to choose?

According to the opinions and reviews of buyers, both materials deserve consideration, but experts give reasons that will help you decide on the floor covering.

First of all, let us remind you that quartz vinyl tiles are a multilayer coating, which determines its main qualities: moisture resistance and soundproofing. The top decorative layer allows you to choose great amount options for your future floor.

One of the layers of quartz-vinyl includes a fiberglass mesh, which makes the product deformation resistant, as well as quartz chips, which give this material flexibility and elasticity, which cannot be said about PVC tiles. but PVC panel easier to move when needed.

PVC tiles can be single or double layer. For its production, polyvinyl chloride is required, which is subsequently painted in various colors. Such material is convenient in places where there is a high permeability, but unlike vinyl, PVC "wears off" faster.

Quartz vinyl panel, according to customer reviews, not afraid of aggressive detergents, as well as stains. Both materials require a prepared, level base.

Contemporary brands

Many buyers in last years still lean towards the quartz-vinyl laminate option. The manufacturers of floor coverings were not slow to notice this. On today's market, there are a dozen companies specializing in the production of high-quality vinyl laminate.

Belgian manufacturer Quick Step Is one of the leaders in this niche. Tiles from this European brand - worthy decoration any house and apartment. Made in a natural, “wood-like” scale, it amazes with its strength, solidity, and at the same time ease of installation. Quartz-vinyl laminate from this manufacturer is not the cheapest: from 1900 rubles for square meter but it's worth it.

According to experts, quartz vinyl tiles are considered one of the most modern building materials for flooring. In our article, we will take a closer look at this product, talk about the scope of its use, advantages and disadvantages, learn about the technology of installation and use in the interior.

According to the production technology, the material in question consists of several layers. The structure of the product is reinforced with reinforced fiber, the main components are bonded by hot pressing without the use of harmful chemical substances(phenolic resins or melamine).

Basic composition of quartz vinyl tiles there are such raw materials as sifted river sand, as well as crushed shell rock. The mass fraction of such additives reaches 70% of the total composition of raw materials. The remaining 30% is taken by environmentally friendly polyvinyl chloride.

The products under consideration are distinguished by high indicators of elasticity and flexibility, in addition, the tiles are quite dense and heavy, which allows them to be used as finishing material... It should be noted that all raw materials undergo special training before forming the mass. For example, river sand passes through special sieves of various fractions, which makes it possible to obtain perfectly clean raw materials. Despite the fact that polyvinyl chloride is considered a chemical substance, no harmful components are released into the atmosphere during its operation. According to experts, such materials are absolutely safe for human health, they are used not only in Food Industry but also for the manufacture of medical equipment.

As we have already said, the described products consist of several interconnected layers:

1. The base of the tile is vinyl, it provides good adhesion of the material to the subfloor base.
2. The next layer of fiberglass is used to securely reinforce thin plates. All interlayers are fastened together with polyvinyl chloride.
3. Next comes the layer natural materials, crushed shell rock and sifted river sand.
4. A decorative layer is applied to the top of the tile, imitating the structure of wood, stone and even grass.

Despite the complex composition, the thickness of quartz vinyl tiles can vary from 1.5 to 4 millimeters, which reduces the weight of the product and makes it convenient to install the floor covering.

Where Can I Apply Quartz Vinyl Tiles

The main technical characteristics the material in question is considered resistance to temperature extremes and moisture, as well as resistance to ultraviolet radiation... Thanks to these properties, the floor will retain its original given view for many years. According to consumer reviews, such a coating can be used in temperature range from -30 to +60 degrees. In this regard, quartz vinyl tiles can be used in virtually any room.

Quartz vinyl flooring can be installed in rooms like this:

• kitchen;
• bathroom;
• children's;
• bedroom
• living room.

In addition, such a coating is often installed in offices and shops, dressing rooms, on terraces.

The whole truth about quartz vinyl

Many consumers are interested in the whole truth about the purchased products, therefore we will consider strong and weak sides flexible tiles. The main advantages of using the product in question are excellent indicators of strength and wear resistance. This material has a warm surface due to the use of polyvinyl chloride in the base composition, which distinguishes quartz vinyl from tiles.

Another positive property of the described product is environmental safety. Despite the presence in the raw material composition of chemicals such as PVC and fiberglass, harmful components are not released from them even under the influence high temperatures... The surface of quartz vinyl tiles has minimal hygroscopicity, so such materials can be used in rooms with high level humidity, for example in a bathroom, or even in a bath.

The surface of the floor covering successfully withstands the influence of aggressive cleaning agents, it is resistant to high temperatures. After contact with an open flame, the surface of the floor covering self-extinguishes. In the process of combustion, toxic substances are almost not released. The considered flooring is characterized by good wear resistance and high durability. A floor made of quartz-vinyl tiles can serve its owner for about 25 years.

Other advantages of artificial turf are resistance to mechanical stress, as well as thermal stability. During sharp drop the temperature in the room, the joints of the tiles retain their original thickness. The stability of the size of the material is possible due to the absence of plasticizers and foaming agents in the raw materials. Thanks to this property, the flooring can be laid in the immediate vicinity of pipes, columns and sanitary technical devices... Due to thermal stability, quartz vinyl is often laid in buildings with different temperature conditions.

The structure of this material has good sound absorption properties. During use, the surface of the flooring absorbs extraneous noise with fluctuations up to 19 decibels. If one of the coating elements is damaged, it can be quickly dismantled and replaced with a new element. The surface of the material has excellent appearance, simulates wood, marble and ceramic flooring and other surfaces.

Quartz vinyl heats up well, this product perceives heat even after contact with the palm of a person. The coating has good antistatic properties, does not transmit electricity through its structure. In addition, the tiles can be used as a finishing surface when installing an underfloor heating system without the need to install a special underlay. In addition, it is easy to clean, its surface can be cleaned with both standard tools, and solutions containing alkali and alcohol, abrasive particles.

The whole truth is not only useful characteristics, but also the negative qualities of the described product. These include the impossibility of sticking the material onto the cement surface. Anyway glue mixture must be reliable and durable. The surface of the quartz vinyl tile will be cold when laid on a concrete base.

To obtain a high-quality flooring, the products must be laid on a perfectly leveled surface. This is due to the small thickness of the tiles; if there are irregularities in the base, the seams on the floor will be clearly visible. This is especially true for products with a light surface.

How to lay the coating yourself

For flooring can be used ordinary tiles or products with locks. On initial stage work, you need to prepare the following tools and materials:

• quartz vinyl tiles for flooring;
• construction tape;
• cord;
• level;
• pencil;
• primer;
• glue;
• notched trowel;
• rubber mallet (used for laying grooved panels).

First you need to properly prepare base layer... The surface is cleaned of stains and debris, all cracks and potholes are closed cement-sand mortar... With significant differences in altitude, beacons are installed according to the level, after which they are poured concrete mix... The leveled, dry floor is covered with a primer, which is applied to the surface with a roller or paint brush. This solution improves the adhesion of the substrate, which ultimately improves the adhesion of the adhesive to the veneer.

For the floor, other types of substrates can also be used, for example, OSB boards or plywood sheets. In this case, places with elevation differences are carefully leveled and polished to obtain a flat surface. If there are cracks on the base, they are leveled with putty on the wood. According to experienced builders, the laying of the floor covering should be carried out at a moisture content of the base layer of no more than 5%, when the room temperature is in the range from +15 to +30 degrees.

Before laying the flooring, it is recommended to spread all the tiles on the floor, which will help to create a pattern for the future surface. Usually, artificial materials are mounted from the central part of the room in the direction "away from you". Wiring diagrams are very diverse:

• standard way;
• at a run;
• at a certain angle, herringbone.

If, during the installation of the coating, trimming is required individual elements, then a marking is applied to the surface of the tile. After that, cuts are made at the edges of the material, the product is bent and cut completely. To obtain reference points for movement, the centers of the pairwise parallel walls of the room are found and the markings are applied using a paint cord. Next, you need to spread the rope with chalk and make notes on the floor. The resulting straight lines will become guidelines for laying the coating.

Self-adhesive materials must be installed on base surface at a room temperature from +18 to +20 degrees in the joint without observing the gaps. In the places where the flooring adjoins the surface of the walls, small gaps are made within the range of 3 ... 5 millimeters. The glue mixture is kneaded in small doses according to the instructions on the package. After stirring with an electric drill with a special nozzle (mixer), the solution is left for 10-15 minutes, which will facilitate the evaporation of excess moisture.

After ripening, part of the solution is applied with a notched trowel over the surface of the base. Now you can start installing the tiles, while the products are placed close to each other, after which their surface is rolled with a roller. After such processing, the tile will be well pressed against the base layer. When using products with locks, the laying of each element is carried out using a rubber mallet.

There are times when the glue mixture gets on the surface of the quartz vinyl tile. The bonding compound is removed soft cloth, which was previously soaked in an alcohol solution. You can walk on the floor, as well as install furniture, at least a day after the completion of the main work. Wet cleaning flooring is carried out for the first time only 5 days after finishing.

Quartz vinyl tiles in the interior

Most often, such tiles are used as flooring, although some developers finish the walls of residential premises with this material. In hardware stores, you can find a wide range of such products; tiles are notable for their low price and excellent technical characteristics. With the help of tiles, you can finish the floor with wood or stone, there are also models with imitation of a tile covering. Each user can choose for himself the ideal option that will ideally fit into the environment.

Each of us is trying to make our living space more ergonomic and comfortable, and an essential role in the arrangement country house or city apartment flooring. But aesthetic qualities alone are not enough. When choosing a coating, you should not make hasty decisions and focus only on the appearance and cost, since these criteria do not affect the quality of the product in any way.

The choice should be consistent and thoughtful, then it will turn out to transform the interior with a sufficiently high-quality coating and for a long time forget about dismantling and various unpleasant alterations. For this, it is better to use quartz vinyl tiles.

The tree contributed to the creation of an atmosphere of warmth and comfort in the house, but it had drawbacks. Over time, it dried and cracked. Linoleum was much more practical, but the poverty of choice for design, did not give a chance to get a highly aesthetic result.

Laminate or linoleum flooring looks perfect, but unfortunately, these materials are not as durable as piece ceramics. Ceramic tile corresponds to the indicator of a long service life, but it is not entirely durable and can crack under mechanical stress, which will finally destroy the integrity of the coating.

Fortunately, today the situation on the materials market has changed, and we have the opportunity to get a lot of alternative solutions.

Advantages of vinyl floors

Vinyl floors have become a good replacement for expensive parquet, and now, thanks to various functional characteristics, it has become possible to create original design compositions, fill the interior of premises with individual details, connect various textures and shapes.

Vinyl floors combine the advantages of laminate, wooden floors, linoleum and at the same time are completely devoid of their shortcomings. As the manufacturers tell us, this is almost a unique floor covering. But is it true? In this article we will deal with the disadvantages and advantages of vinyl floors, carefully consider the quality characteristics.

Production technology

The relatively low cost of vinyl flooring is due to the simple production technology. It is based on the method of hot pressing of polyvinyl chloride, quartz chips and a mass of inert fillers and various components. Although vinyl flooring is made up of unnatural elements, it is safe for humans to deal with toxic emissions.

Types of vinyl flooring

Vinyl is available in three versions - rolls, rectangular tiles and vinyl laminate. They are divided into classes of wear resistance and have different quality and technical characteristics.

The durability class is the main characteristic that people pay attention to when buying a floor covering.

Wear resistance classes

- 43rd class for wear resistance (protective layer 3 mm). Vinyl covering for rooms with high traffic flow and heavy floor loads. Typically used in gyms, production halls, warehouses, etc. Features of the 43rd class vinyl covering are anti-slip and antistatic properties of the top layer, increased elasticity. The service life is about 20 years.

- 32nd - 42nd wear resistance class (protective layer 2.5 mm). Vinyl flooring for public spaces. The service life is about 12-15 years.

- 23rd - 31st class for wear resistance (protective layer 2 mm). Vinyl flooring for low traffic residential areas. The service life is about 7 years.

Benefits of Quartz Vinyl Tiles

Quartz-vinyl tiles ideally combine the whole universal set of quality parameters and have properties that make it possible to use them in almost any room. Manufacturers managed to combine in one coating the entire list of necessary criteria, which symbolize that this material really high quality and reliable.

Material composition

The composition of the material contains quartz sand, which gives the coating strength, vinyl provides the plasticity of the created composition, and high thermal stability and wear resistance is achieved through the application of a top layer of polyurethane, which is able to withstand any mechanical stress.

In addition, the polyurethane layer is highly moisture resistant, so this coating can be used in the bathroom, in the kitchen, in the hallway and in other rooms, since the material is laid joint to joint, which completely excludes moisture penetration to the rough base and has additional waterproofing protection in in the form of glue. The material has a high coefficient of thermal stability, which completely eliminates deformation during temperature changes.

Range

A wide range of coatings deserves special attention, the line contains a huge number of different textures imitating any finishing material. The modern collection includes wide choose textures - wood, slate, ceramics, stone. High rate frost resistance allows the use of quartz-vinyl tiles on open verandas.

Self-adhesive floors

Dealing with the types of vinyl covering, self-adhesive floors can be designated as a separate group - an adhesive material is applied on the back side, covered with a special protective film... This coating greatly facilitates installation and you do not have to bother choosing and looking for glue. The cost of such coverage is not much higher than usual.

Protective layer

Quartz-vinyl tiles are covered with a protective layer, which has the highest - 43rd class of wear resistance. He is not afraid of falling heavy objects, exposure to chemicals, the tile is resistant to scratches and other damage. The protective layer gives the tiles an anti-slip effect, which reduces the risk of possible falls and injuries.

Coating structure

The structure of the coating is multilayer and consists of 5 parts:

1. The base (a layer of adhesive with a protective film), in other words it is a self-adhesive floor.
2. Polyvinyl chloride layer (base layer).
3. A decorative layer with an image. There is a very rich selection of both monochromatic coatings and with various patterns (patterns, images, imitations of natural materials, etc.)
4. Transparent layer of polyvinyl chloride, which is UV protection.
5. Polyurethane layer treated ultraviolet rays which protects the coating from mechanical damage.

Advantages of Quartz Vinyl Coating

• Resistant to mechanical damage (with proper use and care, vinyl will last you for years).
• Waterproof (high humidity is not a hindrance to using vinyl in bathrooms and toilets).
• Durability (period of operation up to 20 years, depending on the class of wear resistance).
• Possibility to install self-adhesive tiles on old flooring.

disadvantages

• Since the tiles are quite flexible, a perfectly flat base is required for installation. V otherwise floor imperfections will be noticeable.
• Self-adhesive tiles cannot be glued on cement screed, in such cases it is better to purchase products with a thorn-groove fastening.
• Required additional insulation gender (unfortunately vinyl covering has a small thickness).
• Quite high cost.

conclusions

With the help of quartz vinyl tiles, you can make any design fantasy come true. A variety of vinyl flooring designs allow you to create these types of flooring. Vinyl flooring is easy to clean: wipe with a damp cloth to remove dirt.

With the impending renovation of the owners of residential and non-residential premises must be interested in the increasingly popular material - quartz-vinyl floor tiles. It differs from other finishing materials by numerous advantages and the possibility of using it in almost any room. Experts recommend using quartz-vinyl tiles in residential premises with low traffic, and in office centers, and in public places with high traffic, and in production workshops with heavy and massive equipment.

Coating structure

To understand what quartz-vinyl tiles are and what their properties are, you need to imagine its structure. It is a multi-layer material that consists of:

• base layer made of PVC,
• balance layer PVC with fiberglass reinforcement,

• the main layer with the addition of quartz,
• a decorative layer that imitates any texture,

• a protective coating made of polyurethane, which has an anti-slip effect.

This multi-layered coating does not mean that it should be too thick. Quartz vinyl PVC tiles in thickness can be from 1.6 to 4 mm, which determines the degree of its wear resistance.

Advice! The choice of tiles of a certain thickness and, accordingly, strength is carried out depending on the place of its intended use (living spaces, public buildings, production halls or warehouses).

Advantages and disadvantages of the material

The demand for this material is not growing by chance. Its increase is determined by the numerous advantages of quartz-vinyl tiles:

• high strength and durability (the minimum warranty period for the trouble-free service of such a floor covering is about 15 years),

• resistance to external influences(moisture resistance, heat resistance, no burnout in the light, etc.),
• ease of installation and ease of maintenance,

• the ability to replace individual parts, which many floor finishing materials lack,
• lack of sliding on the floor, which saves from the possibility of injury (important in rooms for children),

• a high degree of comfort when using in the bathroom, as the quartz vinyl floor is warm,
• a wide choice (both in texture, color and shape, and in the method of fixation),
• adequate price for such characteristics.

The disadvantages of quartz-vinyl tiles include the severity of the floor covering, which is determined by the complex composition and the presence of quartz rocks, as well as the need to level the base under it. Since the material is flexible, all elevations and depressions will remain noticeable and palpable if the floors are not leveled first.

Product variants

Quartz vinyl tiles can imitate absolutely any surface (wood, stone or plastic), having the same texture and color. In stores, it is presented in the form of squares or stripes. Depending on the choice of shape and method of styling, you can create different decorative effects On the floor.

According to the method of fixation, the material is divided into three types:

• tiles laid with glue,

Quartz vinyl tiles are relatively new construction material causing great interest from people doing repairs. This increased demand is due to the fact that this type of coating has a number of necessary qualities and requirements for the floor. Thanks to the analysis of customer reviews, you will find out which tiles are chosen by the majority of Russian consumers.

What is quartz vinyl tile?

New coverage with many positive qualities in comparison with laminate, parquet, it has the name "quartz-vinyl floor tiles". Most of the reviews about her are only positive. The cover is a heavy and dense material, flexible and resilient at the same time, and has proven itself in outdoor and indoor applications.

Quartz vinyl tile composition

This material belongs to improved PVC coatings, which include, in addition to polyvinyl chloride, sand-quartz also makes up a mass fraction of 60 to 80%, the remaining 20-40% are PVC and impurities. In terms of its composition, the quartz vinyl coating is closer to the quartz mineral than to polyvinyl chloride, which affects the quality and characteristics of the material. It has almost zero abrasion, is fireproof and moisture resistant.

This floor covering, due to the presence of polyvinyl chloride in its composition, is able to imitate the texture various materials- wood, granite, slate, marble. Quartz-vinyl floor tiles instantly spread reviews about themselves: buyers note that it does not break into pieces or crack even when a heavy object is dropped on it.

Layering of quartz vinyl panels

Like many coatings, quartz vinyl tiles have a heterogeneous structure, they consist of several layers:

1. Vinyl is the backing of the tile that provides adhesion to the subfloor.
2. Fiberglass - is a reinforcing layer consisting of thin plates, which are obtained by hot pressing without the use of harmful chemical additives.
3. Quartzvinyl is a kind unique material, it consists of fine river sand without impurities and pure shell rock.
4. A decorative layer that gives an aesthetic appearance to the material, it imitates any surface, including natural ones.
5. Polyurethane is a transparent layer applied over tiles that increases the durability of the floor covering.

It is clear that all parts of the coating, which bears the name "quartz vinyl tile", must be bonded to each other. The binding element is polyvinyl chloride, which is absolutely safe for humans and perfectly glues any surfaces. As a result, the thickness of quartz vinyl floor tiles is 1.6-4 mm.

Some details about the composition of quartz vinyl

Each element in this product has its own function. In addition to quartz sand, quartz-vinyl tiles, the reviews of which speak for themselves, consist of a variety of plasticizers, stabilizers, pigments and other additives. The former are used to give elasticity to the material. Stabilizers neutralize negative impact extreme temperatures, ultraviolet rays.

In order to simplify the maintenance of quartz vinyl flooring as much as possible, manufacturers of this material use different methods: cover the front surface with polyurethane or use a metallized emulsion polish as a protection, etc.

Despite the fact that quartz-vinyl floor tiles have excellent reviews, but, like any finishing material, this cover has its positive and negative sides.

Advantages of quartz vinyl tiles

Quartz vinyl tiles are appreciated by many for their high strength and phenomenal durability. Among other things, due to the fact that this finishing material includes polyvinyl chloride, quartz vinyl floor tiles acquire a natural warmth. In reviews, buyers note that it is pleasant to the touch, unlike ceramic. The main advantages of quartz vinyl flooring are:

1. Environmental friendliness of the material. Harmful substances do not evolve even at high temperatures.
2. Quartz vinyl tile, reviews of which tell us that it does not absorb water at all, is widely used in rooms with increased level humidity.
3. Fire resistance. Does not support the combustion process, that is, it is a self-extinguishing material.
4. High resistance to chemically active substances.
5. High level of wear resistance and, accordingly, durability, the service life of the tiles is 25 years.
6. Resistant to temperature changes.
7. Impact resistance.
8. Possesses sound-absorbing qualities.
9. Easy to maintain and repair. The tiles can be washed with any detergents... If repairs are required, individual tiles can be easily removed and replaced with a new panel.
10. Excellent aesthetic properties.
11. If you wish, you can make a "warm" floor under the quartz-vinyl tiles, there is no need to lay a substrate.
12. The material is non-conductive and antistatic.

Disadvantages of quartz vinyl coating

In addition to the above advantages, this floor covering also has its drawbacks, consumers in their reviews note that:

1. Over time, gaps may appear between the tiles, which cannot happen when using roll materials.
2. It is undesirable to mount the tile on a cement base, since quartz-vinyl tile, reviews of which speak of its high heat transfer and thermal conductivity, will still always be cool in rooms with a concrete cold floor.
3. The installation of a quartz vinyl coating requires a carefully prepared surface, since all irregularities will be clearly visible after laying the tiles, because the material is quite thin. Judging by the reviews, laying quartz vinyl tiles at ordinary people causes some difficulties, but this disadvantage is compensated by other positive characteristics.

Where can quartz vinyl tiles be used?

Due to its composition, quartz-vinyl floor tiles do not change their physical parameters under the influence high humidity, as well as from and temperature extremes. After a long enough time, the floor will not creak and retain its aesthetic appearance. The manufacturer recommends using it in rooms with temperatures ranging from -30 to +60 degrees. This means that this floor covering can be used in any premises:

• in living rooms;
• children's rooms;
• bathroom;
• kitchen;
• dressing room;
• on the terrace;
• veranda;
• unglazed balcony;
• in the shop;
• office.

If you analyze customer reviews, you can make sure that most of them stack quartz vinyl in living rooms and bedrooms, less often in kitchens and bathrooms.

Sizes and design of quartz vinyl slabs

The sizes of such tiles are different, the most common are 30 x 30 and 60 x 60 cm. A covering with a thickness of 2-2.4 mm is the most demanded by consumers). It is on this indicator - thickness - that the level of wear resistance of the material depends.

In hardware stores, customers are offered quartz vinyl panels of different configurations: square, rectangular, triangular. Since this material can be used in almost any room, it is possible to choose a suitable design, especially since face surface tiles can simulate any spectrum of shades, tones and colors. In their reviews, consumers are satisfied with a wide range of products, most choose square or rectangular plates.

Types and types of fastening of quartz vinyl panels

There are several ways to connect tiles:

1. With glue locks. Each tile has 4 adhesive strips: 2 outside and 2 inside. Thanks to them, the panels are connected to each other. The gap between them is invisible, even by touch it is very difficult to determine. It is necessary to lay this type of panel on a flat surface. In the reviews, many write that it is not necessary to remove the old coating, the main thing is that the base is even.
2. Installation with glue. In this case, the quartz vinyl tile does not have any locks and is attached with special glue to the base of the floor. This material is attached only to a perfectly leveled surface, preferably to a treated with a primer solution.
3. Glue method. All backside the quartz vinyl panel is coated with a compound that provides adhesion to all types of surfaces. According to reviews, most use this method of fixing tile material.
4. Groove method. It is like a tile connection, with a spike on one side and a groove on the other. An even subfloor surface is also required for this coating.
5. Lock connection. The basis for it is plastic, with spikes located along the edge so as to be fixed in special locks that are located on the adjacent panel. For the installation of tiles with a lock connection, a flat surface is required, since this material is not flexible and plastic enough.

Installation instructions for quartz vinyl flooring

From this article it becomes clear that the most popular modern coating is quartz vinyl tile, reviews, the whole truth about the qualities and physical parameters of which has already been studied and discussed above. To mount it correctly, you need to heed the advice of more experienced craftsmen which they leave in their reviews:

1. It is necessary to lay the tiles on an even and dry screed. The base must be previously cleaned of dust and dirt.
2. It is necessary to eliminate all cracks, elevation changes, bumps. Recommended processing concrete base with soil and, if necessary, trim.
3. The temperature required for the installation of the quartz vinyl coating should not be lower than 15 degrees Celsius.
4. The tiles must be glued end-to-end. For fixation, it is desirable to use acrylic dispersion compositions or vinyl glue based on rubber.
5. The elements of the coating must be placed tightly to each other, however, they cannot be strongly squeezed or squeezed.
6. After laying the tiles, you need to press them to the base of the floor and roll them over it with a massive roller in all directions for better adhesion.

Vinyl and quartz-based floor coverings will create a durable, durable floor in the room that is not afraid of moisture and temperature fluctuations. With careful and proper care this coating will last more than a dozen years and will delight you with its impeccable appearance.