Vinyl flooring has been around for decades — and for good reason. Its strength and versatility make the material an excellent option for a flooring project. Today, a high-quality vinyl floor is a sturdy, durable choice that will work well in virtually any room of your home.

There are a variety of vinyl flooring products to choose from, including luxury and rigid vinyl planks. Waterproof vinyl flooring is perfect for rooms that see frequent spills and moisture, like the bathroom or kitchen. Wood look and vinyl tile flooring can give a room a natural, organic feel without the associated cost of hardwood or stone. 

Vinyl Flooring Features to Love 

There’s a lot to love about vinyl flooring, so we’ve broken down some of our favorite features below: 

Durability and resilience: a tough topcoat protects vinyl floors from scuffs, scratches, and stains. That resistance to wear makes this material an excellent choice for busy families looking for a kid or pet-proof flooring option! 

Wide range of colors and styles: love the look of hardwood but don’t love the price or the possibility of water damage? Vinyl flooring is waterproof and can be made to look like real stone or wood. Ultra-realistic patterns and textures ensure you can still get the look you’ve been picturing. 

Affordability: Vinyl flooring is also a great alternative to wood or stone floors in terms of cost. 

Easy installation: easy-click or glue-down installation means that you can DIY your own floors with vinyl tiles and planks, although our team of experts is still happy to help out with flooring installation. 

Choosing the Best Vinyl Flooring for Your Home 

Ready to find the right vinyl flooring for your project? First, consider the unique needs of the room or rooms you’re working on. A kitchen, mudroom, or bathroom flooring project almost certainly calls for waterproof vinyl flooring. A high-traffic area like the living room would probably benefit from sturdy rigid vinyl plank floors. Finally, don’t forget matching or complementary molding and trim to finish off your project! 

Frequently Asked Questions About Vinyl Flooring 

Is Vinyl Flooring Waterproof? 

Yes, vinyl planks and tiles are waterproof. You can choose vinyl flooring to upgrade areas of your home that are more susceptible to spills and splashes. At Lumber Liquidators, all of our vinyl flooring—Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP), Rigid Vinyl Plank (RVP), and Direct Print Vinyl—feature an advanced core layer. This core adds extra strength and resistance. 

Can You Put Rugs on Vinyl Flooring? 

Yes, you can place rugs on vinyl flooring—but some make better choices than others. For instance, rugs with rubber backing can stain vinyl, and abrasive material also risks scuffing your floor. If you wish to decorate your space with rugs, we recommend choosing a soft fabric and adding an anti-slip backing or pad to help keep your rugs in place. 

Can You Have a Heated Vinyl Floor? 

It depends. If you want to include radiant heat in your vinyl floor installation, make sure your floor supports it. Unlike other heating systems, radiant heating heats the floor itself, so it’s not suited to every type of flooring. The good news is that vinyl plank flooring is one of the best floors for underfloor heating and many of the floors at Lumber Liquidators are compatible with radiant heat. You can search based on this on our website and check your Warranty, Installation and Care Guide for more details. Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring and rigid vinyl plank (RVP) flooring are great choices for radiant heating, but the stone-polymer composite core at the heart of RVP flooring is particularly good at remaining stable in variable temperatures. 

Are Vinyl Floors Slippery? 

Vinyl isn't itself slippery, but like any flooring, it can become slippery under certain conditions. For instance, surface moisture, grease, and polish could all present a slipping hazard. The good news is that these are easily avoided if you take care to mop up spills quickly. The specific type of vinyl you choose also makes a difference. Rugs and furniture are less likely to slide around on textured vinyl flooring.  

How Long Will Vinyl Flooring Last? 

When properly installed, vinyl flooring can last for decades. It's designed to be wear-resistant and dent-resistant—and waterproof—for premium performance even in active households. Vinyl's thickness, quality, and how well it’s installed and maintained also play a role in its longevity. 

How Durable Is Vinyl Flooring? 

Vinyl flooring is waterproof and can hold up under stress. Both luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and rigid vinyl plank (RVP) contain a protective wear layer—with Lumber Liquidators providing a thicker wear layer than most other brands. Some options are even suitable for commercial use. When it comes to the plank itself, our RVP products have a stone-polymer core (SPC) for superior stability and dent resistance compared to wood-polymer core (WPC) planks. 

What's the Cost to Install Vinyl Flooring? 

Each type of vinyl flooring has distinct benefits that can impact the cost. You'll need to consider what your square footage is, how many boxes you'll need, any patterns you wish to use or create, and the costs of installation and accessories like underlayment and transition pieces.